Workshop Foreman

North East Motor Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Uncapped bonus

Job summary

North East Mitsubishi in Hillcrest, SA, is seeking an experienced Workshop Foreman to provide hands-on technical leadership to a team of technicians and apprentices. The role focuses on advanced diagnosis, repair quality and mentoring while maintaining high workshop standards.

You will work with the Service Manager and Workshop Controller to ensure work is completed efficiently and correctly the first time.

Qualifications

• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead, support and develop technicians and apprentices.
• A/C license will be highly regarded.
• Commitment to repair quality and first-time right work.

Responsibilities

• Providing hands-on technical leadership to technicians and apprentices.
• Assisting with diagnosis and resolution of complex vehicle faults.
• Quality-control inspections and road tests as required.
• Ensuring repairs are completed correctly, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Ensuring Mitsubishi standards and company policies are followed.
• Coaching and developing technicians and apprentices.
• Promoting accountability, teamwork and pride in workmanship.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Tools

AC license

Job description

$80,000 + super + company vehicle + uncapped bonus

North East Mitsubishi | Hillcrest, SA
Company Vehicle | Uncapped Bonus | Monday to Friday - No Weekends

North East Mitsubishi is seeking an experienced and highly capable Workshop Foreman to provide hands‑on technical leadership to our team of technicians and apprentices.

This is a genuine Workshop Foreman position—not a Workshop Controller role. The primary focus is technical leadership, advanced diagnosis, repair quality, technician development and maintaining high workshop standards. You will work closely with the Service Manager and Workshop Controller to ensure jobs progress efficiently and are completed correctly the first time.

A company vehicle will be provided as part of the remuneration package.

About North East Motor Group

North East Motor Group incorporates North East Mitsubishi, Adelaide City Mahindra and one of Adelaide’s largest used-vehicle operations.

We are proudly South Australian, family-owned and operated for five decades. With more than 60 employees, we have built a substantial and respected automotive business based on strong local relationships, genuine customer care and long-term investment in our people.

North East Mitsubishi operates from a modern, exceptionally equipped facility in Hillcrest. As an award-winning Mitsubishi dealership and Premium Service Centre, we are committed to delivering outstanding workmanship and a premium customer experience.

About the Role

As Workshop Foreman, you will set the technical and professional standard across the workshop. You will support technicians with complex repairs and diagnosis, oversee workmanship, mentor apprentices and help the team achieve strong productivity without compromising safety or quality.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing hands‑on technical leadership to technicians and apprentices

Assisting with the diagnosis and resolution of complex vehicle faults

Conducting quality‑control inspections and road tests where required

Ensuring repairs are completed correctly, efficiently and to a high standard

Ensuring Mitsubishi manufacturer and company standards are consistently achieved

Leading workplace health and safety as the workshop’s highest priority

Ensuring company procedures, policies and safe working practices are followed

Coaching, mentoring and developing technicians and apprentices

Identifying skills gaps and supporting technical training

Promoting accountability, teamwork and pride in workmanship

Identifying opportunities to improve workshop flow, efficiency and productivity

Working closely with the Service Manager and Workshop Controller

Assisting the Workshop Controller with the effective operation of the workshop

Communicating technical findings clearly to Service Advisors and customers when required

Skills and Experience

To succeed in this position, you will ideally have:

Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding capabilities

Previous experience as a Workshop Foreman, Senior Technician, Master Technician or technical team leader

Proven ability to lead, support and develop technicians and apprentices

A/C license will be highly regarded

A strong commitment to repair quality and completing work correctly the first time

Sound knowledge of workshop safety and WHS requirements

The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with technicians, management and customers

Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills

A calm, practical and solutions‑focused leadership style

High attention to detail and pride in workmanship

The ability to work collaboratively as part of a cohesive team

Mitsubishi experience would be highly regarded but is not essential. Training and ongoing support will be provided to the right applicant.

What We Offer

In return for your experience and leadership, we offer:

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience

A company vehicle

An uncapped bonus plan

A permanent, full-time position

A five-day working week-A Monday to Friday with no weekends

The financial security of a substantial, well-established and family-owned company

Strong growth opportunities across our new- and used-vehicle operations

Ongoing professional development internally and through Mitsubishi Motors Australia

Genuine opportunities for career development

A collaborative workplace that values technical excellence and customer care

Dealership discounts across new and used vehicles, servicing, parts, insurance and finance

To learn more about North East Mitsubishi, visit www.northeastmitsubishi.com.au.

North East Motor Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce.