Workshop Lead - Fleet Maintenance & Safety

Transdev; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowances

Overtime opportunities

Five weeks annual leave

Opal Card travel

Tools and uniforms provided

Job summary

Transdev John Holland Buses in Sydney seeks a Workshop Leading Hand to lead a maintenance crew of up to 30 across multiple trades, ensuring safety, quality and fleet availability.

You will conduct vehicle inspections, supervise mechanics and auto electricians, and help implement maintenance strategies for MBSC compliance. A NSW MVTC and HC licence are essential.

We offer shift allowances, five weeks leave, Opal Card travel, uniforms and career development.

Qualifications

• Must hold NSW MVTC as Motor Mechanic (essential).
• Alternative MVTC as Panel Beater/Auto Electrician with bus industry knowledge considered.
• Current HC Driver Licence, or Class C with willingness to obtain HC on commencement.
• Demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience in maintenance/transport.
• Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance, diagnostics and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily workshop activities to meet fleet requirements.
• Supervise Mechanics, Auto Electricians, Body Repairers, Spray Painters, Trade Assistants, Apprentices, contractors and couriers.
• Perform trades-based maintenance and repairs on the bus fleet safely and efficiently.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and functional checks for service readiness.
• Undertake fault finding, diagnostics and quality assurance tasks.
• Support maintenance strategy implementation to improve fleet performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using admin and computerised systems.
• Monitor labour, inventory, quality outcomes and workshop productivity.
• Investigate maintenance issues and prepare reports as required.
• Oversee warranty-related activities to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Promote safety culture and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strong people leadership

Communication & stakeholder management

Problem solving & fault finding

Attention to detail & safety

Computer literacy & record keeping

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

NSW MVTC Motor Mechanic

NSW MVTC Panel Beater/Auto Electrician (bus knowledge)

Job description

Transdev John Holland Buses in Sydney seeks a Workshop Leading Hand to lead a maintenance crew of up to 30 across multiple trades, ensuring safety, quality and fleet availability.

You will conduct vehicle inspections, supervise mechanics and auto electricians, and help implement maintenance strategies for MBSC compliance. A NSW MVTC and HC licence are essential.

We offer shift allowances, five weeks leave, Opal Card travel, uniforms and career development.