Workshop Leading Hand

Emerald Carrying Company; Gracemere; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Career progression

Ongoing development

Well-equipped workshop

Job summary

Emerald Carrying Company is seeking a motivated and hands-on Workshop Leading Hand to support the Workshop Manager in driving efficient day-to-day workshop operations while maintaining high safety and performance standards. You will coordinate jobs, support technicians and apprentices, and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers clear progression under an experienced Workshop Supervisor and Operations Manager, with a focus on safety, quality

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology (or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience in a senior trade, leading hand, or workshop supervisory role.
• HR Licence (preferred).
• Strong technical knowledge across diagnostics, maintenance, and complex repairs.
• Sound understanding of compliance requirements and maintenance practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving abilities.
• A proactive, can‑do attitude with a commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily workshop operations alongside the team.
• Assist with servicing, repairs, diagnostics, and complex mechanical issues.
• Allocate jobs, manage priorities, and ensure workflow efficiency.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and hands‑on support to technicians and apprentices.
• Participate in breakdown response, field service callouts, and on‑call duties.
• Maintain strong safety, compliance, and housekeeping standards within the workshop.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Diagnostics

Maintenance

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Heavy vehicle tooling

Workshop equipment

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Workshop Leading Hand to support our Workshop Manager in driving efficient day-to-day workshop operations while maintaining high safety and performance standards.

In this role, you will be a key leader on the workshop floor ? coordinating jobs, supporting technicians and apprentices, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into or further develop within a leadership position, backed by the support and guidance of an experienced Workshop Supervisor and Operations Manager.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in leading by example, this could be the perfect role for you.

Workshop Leading Hand - Gracemere Depot

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Workshop Leading Hand to support our Workshop Manager in driving efficient day-to-day workshop operations while maintaining high safety and performance standards.

In this role, you will be a key leader on the workshop floor ? coordinating jobs, supporting technicians and apprentices, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into or further develop within a leadership position, backed by the support and guidance of an experienced Workshop Supervisor and Operations Manager.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in leading by example, this could be the perfect role for you.

Roster

• 7 On / 7 Off roster


• 6:00am ? 4:30pm rostered shifts


• On-call responsibilities in line with operational requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Support and supervise daily workshop operations alongside the team


• Assist with servicing, repairs, diagnostics, and complex mechanical issues


• Allocate jobs, manage priorities, and ensure workflow efficiency


• Provide guidance, mentoring, and hands‑on support to technicians and apprentices


• Participate in breakdown response, field service callouts, and on‑call duties


• Maintain strong safety, compliance, and housekeeping standards within the workshop

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package


• Stable, full-time position with an established and growing organisation


• Supportive leadership team and structured work environment


• Well‑equipped workshop with quality tooling and resources


• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

What We Are Looking For

• Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology (or equivalent)


• Demonstrated experience in a senior trade, leading hand, or workshop supervisory role


• HR Licence (preferred)


• Strong technical knowledge across diagnostics, maintenance, and complex repairs


• Sound understanding of compliance requirements and maintenance practices


• Excellent leadership, communication, and teamwork skills


• Strong organisational and problem‑solving abilities


• A proactive, can‑do attitude with a commitment to safety and quality workmanship

All applicants must be willing to undergo a criminal history check, pre‑employment medical assessment, and drug & alcohol testing as required.

If you are a proactive leader with strong technical capability and a commitment to safety, reliability, and team success, we encourage you to apply today.

For further information, please contact ECC?s Recruitment Department at ***********@emcarry.com.au or Melissa on 0417 195 ***.