Workshop Manager

GOLDSMITH CO LTD; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldsmith is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager based in Melbourne to lead the day‑to‑day workshop operations for our fleet and plant assets. You will coordinate maintenance planning, parts control, and safety compliance to keep sites running smoothly.

This hands‑on role requires a mechanical trade qualification or relevant experience, a valid driver’s licence, and a proactive approach. You’ll supervise the team, support field maintenance, and drive continuous improvement in reliability and

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade qualification or relevant industry experience.
• Valid driver's licence (HR/HC highly regarded but not essential).
• Proactive, hands-on leader able to dive into detail.
• Experience with scheduling and maintenance records or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise day-to-day workshop operations and workflow.
• Provide guidance and on-the-job training to develop team skills.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Travel to site as required to assess equipment issues and liaise with site teams.
• Oversee parts procurement, inventory and supplier relationships.
• Ensure WHS compliance through safety inspections and reporting.

Skills

Mechanical Trade Qualification

Driver's Licence

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

• 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