Workshop Lead Hand: Heavy Vehicle Repairs & Leadership

WorkPac Group; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Super paid on all hours

Discounts with major retailers

Wellbeing Hub access

Job summary

WorkPac is seeking an experienced Workshop Leading Hand to guide a busy heavy vehicle workshop in Newcastle‑Maitland. You will supervise day‑to‑day mechanical repairs, servicing and fault finding of heavy vehicles and equipment.

Ensure work is completed safely and efficiently, coordinate jobs, and assist with welding or fabrication where required. A Certificate III Automotive Mechanical Technology, current trade licence and HR/HC licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate III Automotive Mechanical Technology or equivalent.
• Current Trade Licence.
• HR or HC Licence current.
• Experience in a workshop or leading hand role.
• Welding, fabrication, hot work and confined space qualifications or experience are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the workshop team with repairs and maintenance.
• Carry out servicing, inspections, fault finding and repairs on heavy vehicles.
• Ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Coordinate jobs and assist with welding/fabrication when required.
• Support planning and drive efficient workshop operations.

Skills

Heavy vehicle leadership

Welding & fabrication

Fault finding

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Education

Certificate III Automotive Mechanical Technology

Tools

Trade Licence

HR Licence

HC Licence

Job description

WorkPac is seeking an experienced Workshop Leading Hand to guide a busy heavy vehicle workshop in Newcastle‑Maitland. You will supervise day‑to‑day mechanical repairs, servicing and fault finding of heavy vehicles and equipment.

Ensure work is completed safely and efficiently, coordinate jobs, and assist with welding or fabrication where required. A Certificate III Automotive Mechanical Technology, current trade licence and HR/HC licence are essential.