Team Leader - Workshop

William Adams Pty Ltd; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 6,199,000 - 8,954,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Novated leasing

Purchased leave

Partner discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Tool loans

Career progression

Job summary

William Adams in Traralgon is seeking an experienced Team Leader to guide our Caterpillar workshop, leading a team of skilled technicians responsible for rebuilding and maintaining Caterpillar equipment. Reporting to the Service Supervisor, you will manage daily workflow, drive productivity, oversee safety and quality, and support development and training to get the best from your people.

This hands-on leadership role rewards practical experience, strong communication, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic.
• Experience leading a workshop or team leadership role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of skilled technicians, including performance, development and training
• Coordinate daily workflow and monitor work in progress to meet agreed targets
• Drive workshop productivity, labour utilisation and repair and maintenance performance
• Work closely with Service Coordinators and Supervisors to manage priorities and scheduling
• Promote a strong safety culture and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Ensure work is completed to Caterpillar and William Adams quality standards
• Support the team with technical guidance and problem-solving when required

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Organisation

Safety culture

Problem-solving

Education

Trade qualification: Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Step up into leadership with William Adams.

We’re looking for an experienced Team Leader to join our Traralgon workshop and lead a team of skilled technicians responsible for rebuilding and maintaining Caterpillar equipment.

This is a hands-on leadership role where your technical experience and ability to get the best from people will make a real difference. You’ll coordinate daily workflow, support your team, drive performance and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to the high standards expected of Caterpillar.

You’ll be joining William Adams, a proud Caterpillar dealer with more than 100 years of experience supporting the industries that keep Australia moving.

If you’re an experienced heavy equipment technician ready to take the next step in your career, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Service Supervisor, you’ll provide day-to-day leadership to the workshop team, helping ensure we deliver quality work safely and efficiently.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Lead and support a team of skilled technicians, including performance, development and training
• Coordinate daily workflow and monitor work in progress to meet agreed targets
• Drive workshop productivity, labour utilisation and repair and maintenance performance
• Work closely with Service Coordinators and Supervisors to manage priorities and scheduling
• Promote a strong safety culture and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Ensure work is completed to Caterpillar and William Adams quality standards
• Support the team with technical guidance and problem-solving when required

ABOUT YOU

You’re a confident and practical leader who knows how to get the best out of a team. You’ll bring strong technical experience, a positive approach and the ability to keep things moving in a busy workshop environment.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL, YOU’LL HAVE:

• Previous experience in a supervisory or team leadership role
• A qualified Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic trade background
• Experience leading, motivating and developing a team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• The ability to make sound decisions and think on your feet
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement

WHY JOIN US?

Working with iconic products is just one part of what makes a career with us rewarding. At William Adams our people, and their safety, genuinely matter. We’re focused on ensuring you have the tools, support, and resources to do your best work every day.

WE CAN OFFER YOU…

• A competitive hourly rate (dependent on skill level) + allowances + super
• Tool Loans (interest free)
• Ongoing training & development
• Career progression & trade upgrade opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recognition and genuine appreciation through a variety of formal and informal programs
• Employee Referral Program – refer a mate & receive up to $3000
• Relocation Assistance up to $5000
• Plus, a range of perks including novated leasing, purchased leave and partner discounts across banking, health insurance, and of course the Cat parts store

If you have the drive and ambition to progress, this could be the start of a long-term career at William Adams.