Workshop Lead - Civil Fleet & Maintenance

Goldsmith; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldsmith is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the workshop in Pakenham, overseeing workflow, scheduling and delivery of earthworks and plant services. You will mentor a hands-on team and ensure quality and safety.

Based in Victoria, you’ll coordinate maintenance, manage parts and fleet availability, and travel to sites as required to support field maintenance and equipment reliability. HR/HC license preferred; pre-employment medical applies.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or relevant mechanical experience.
• Valid driver’s licence; HR/HC preferred but not essential.
• Hands-on, proactive leader who can guide the team.
• Experience using systems for job scheduling, parts ordering, and maintenance records.
• Willing to undergo pre-employment medical assessments including drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day workshop operations and allocate jobs.
• Coach and train technicians; perform hands-on mechanical work when needed.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Travel to sites to assess equipment issues and liaise with site teams.
• Assess repair, rebuild and replacement strategies to maximise reliability.
• Oversee parts procurement, inventory and supplier relationships.
• Manage work orders, maintenance records and workshop reporting.
• Ensure WHS compliance and regular safety inspections.

Skills

Team leadership

Maintenance planning

Mechanical troubleshooting

Equipment inspection

Education

Mechanical Trade Qualification

Job description

Goldsmith is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the workshop in Pakenham, overseeing workflow, scheduling and delivery of earthworks and plant services. You will mentor a hands-on team and ensure quality and safety.

Based in Victoria, you’ll coordinate maintenance, manage parts and fleet availability, and travel to sites as required to support field maintenance and equipment reliability. HR/HC license preferred; pre-employment medical applies.