Workshop Manager

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 an industry leading civil contractor delivering high-quality projects across multiple states throughout Australia. Backed by a strong history, a highly skilled in-house team, and a modern fleet of plant and equipment, we deliver a diverse portfolio of works spanning earthworks, remediation, civil construction, water and wastewater infrastructure, and landfill and waste management.

At Goldsmith, we're committed to excellence in every machine we service. We take pride in the dedication of our talented team who keep our fleet and operations running at peak performance. We're currently seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to join our team, based in Pakenham.

About the Role

As a Workshop Manager, your initial responsibilities will include:

• Lead and supervise the day-to-day operations of theWorkshop, including allocating jobs and managing workflow to meet deadlines
• Provide guidance, coaching, and on-the-job training to develop technical skills within the team Perform hands-on mechanical work as needed, drawing on trade background to support the team during peak workload or complex jobs
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate preventative maintenance, repairs, and breakdowns across the fleet/plant.
• Travel to site as required to assess equipment issues, support field maintenance, and liaise with site teams.
• Assess repair, rebuild, and replacement strategies to maximise equipment reliability and availability
• Oversee parts procurement, inventory, and supplier relationships, including pricing, terms, and performance.
• Manage work orders, maintenance records, and workshop reporting
• Ensure workshop compliance with WHS legislation and company policy through regular safety inspections, toolbox talks, and incident reporting

About you

To be considered for this role the successful applicant must have:

• A Mechanical Trade Qualification, or relevant industry experience
• Valid driver's licence (HR/HC highly regarded but not essential)
• A proactive, hands-on approach - happy to lead from the front and get into the detail when needed.
• Experience using systems and processes for job scheduling, parts ordering, and maintenance records (or willingness to learn)

At Goldsmith we prioritise workplace health and safety, and therefore, applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment medical assessments, including drug and alcohol testing.

Goldsmith is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and female candidates to apply.

For more information about the company visit: www.goldsmith.com.au