Workshop Manager - Lean Fabrication & Safety Lead

Schlam Payload; Shire Of Waroona; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job description

About Us

Schlam Payload is the global expert in load and haul attachments - and we're redefining what's possible. Headquartered in Western Australia, one of the world's most productive mining regions, we design and manufacture the industry's best mining truck bodies and buckets for hard rock operations, backed by unmatched product life‑cycle support. Our relentless focus on innovation, engineering excellence, and quality has positioned us as the partner of choice for many of the world's leading mining companies - delivering proven productivity gains, reduced downtime, and lower maintenance. If you're ready to be part of a team that's shaping the future of mining equipment, this is your opportunity.

About The Role

As Workshop Manager, you will take the lead in running a dynamic, fast‑paced fabrication workshop, energising the team, driving performance and championing a strong safety culture every day. You will oversee planning and scheduling, support our trades team and ensure every project is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you will guide a skilled crew of Boilermaker Welders, Supervisors, Leading Hands, QC and Stores personnel, building capability, strengthening team culture and delivering exceptional operational results together.

In This Role, You Will

• Leading safety culture and ensuring compliance with HSE and Safety Management Systems
• Planning, scheduling and overseeing workshop jobs to ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery
• Managing supervisors and trades teams to drive productivity and quality outcomes
• Allocating resources and managing build lead times
• Conducting weekly inspections and safety interactions
• Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders
• Supporting quoting, scoping and technical feasibility of projects
• Driving LEAN principles and continuous improvement initiatives
• Partnering with People & Culture to develop team capability and training plans

About You

You will bring a strong background in the manufacturing industry, with proven experience leading a complex workshop environment and managing teams of welders and boilermakers to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

Ideally, You Will Have

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar workshop or operations leadership role
• Strong background in engineering, fabrication or resource industry environments
• Welding/ Boilermaker Trade Certificate (essential)
• Proven people leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with LEAN, 5S or Six Sigma principles
• Strong planning, organisational and communication skills
• Leadership & Management qualifications (desirable)
• Welding or Quality Inspection qualifications (desirable)

Why You'll Love Working With Us

We don't just support our clients we partner in their success. You'll be joining a high‑performing team known for technical leadership, customer excellence and continuous improvement. We value initiative, trust, and collaboration and we're committed to helping you grow and succeed.

• Lead high‑impact projects and be a key part of innovation in mining attachments
• Dynamic role with real ownership of outcomes
• Work locally with a skilled, supportive team
• Competitive salary and career growth opportunities in a global industry