Workshop Manager - NSW

TDG Environmental; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Career development

Safety focused culture

Environmental impact

Onsite parking

Family EAP

Job summary

TDG Environmental is seeking a driven heavy vehicle professional to lead the NSW workshop, taking ownership of fleet repair outcomes and running the day-to-day operations with autonomy.

You will develop the mechanical team, plan workloads, and act as the technical escalation point for complex diagnostics, while ensuring safety, compliance, and high-quality workmanship. This full-time role offers growth within a national environmental services company.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
• HR driver licence (HR).
• Strong heavy vehicle or diesel mechanical experience with diagnostic skills.
• Experience leading tradespeople (Workshop Managers or Supervisors) ready to step up.
• Strong computer and digital systems skills
• Excellent planning, organisation and communication skills
• Autonomous, adaptable and driven to learn and succeed
• Experience with vacuum trucks, combination units or specialised heavy equipment is highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily workshop operation and develop the mechanical team
• Own NSW fleet repairs from identification through to completion
• Plan and prioritise workshop workloads to keep repairs moving and minimise downtime
• Act as the technical escalation point for complex diagnostics and repairs
• Manage DVRs, reactive repairs, parts, workshop stock and external repairers
• Work closely with Fleet Administration around planned servicing and repair opportunities
• Keep Operations informed of asset status, downtime and expected return to service
• Own workshop safety, standards and the quality of work leaving the floor
• Build capability across the team through coaching, cross-skilling and accountability

Skills

Heavy vehicle repair

Leadership

Diagnostics

Planning

Communication

HR Licence

Certificate III HV Mechanical

Autonomous

Diesel engines

Education

Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Job description

Lead the workshop | Own fleet repair outcomes | Build team capability

Location: Wetherill Park, New South Wales

Employment Type: Full time

TDG Environmental is looking for a driven heavy vehicle professional to lead our NSW workshop and take ownership of fleet repair outcomes. This is a genuine leadership role with the autonomy to run the day-to-day workshop, develop the team and keep Operations supplied with a safe, reliable and ready-to-use fleet.

NSW is growing, with future workshop development and major improvements planned across our maintenance management systems. This is an opportunity to step into a key role and help shape how the operation develops.

Why TDG Environmental:

• A supportive, inclusive, and safety-focused work culture
• Career development and succession opportunities
• A values-driven business built on:Respect for People,Manage by Fact, Strive for Continuous Improvement, Safety by Choice
• The chance to be part of an industry-leading company making a real environmental impact
• A culture that celebrates diversity and welcomes all backgrounds.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), extended to your immediate family
• Plenty of free onsite parking

Your New Role:

• Lead the daily workshop operation and develop the mechanical team
• Own NSW fleet repairs from identification through to completion, whether completed internally or externally
• Plan and prioritise workshop workloads to keep repairs moving and minimise downtime
• Act as the technical escalation point for complex diagnostics and repairs, providing hands-on support when genuinely required
• Manage DVRs, reactive repairs, parts, workshop stock and external repairers
• Work closely with Fleet Administration around planned servicing and repair opportunities
• Keep Operations informed of asset status, downtime and expected return to service
• Own workshop safety, standards and the quality of work leaving the floor
• Build capability across the team through coaching, cross-skilling and accountability

Your Skills & Experience:

• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
• Current HR driver licence
• Strong heavy vehicle or diesel mechanical experience with sound mechanical, hydraulic and electrical diagnostic skills
• Demonstrated experience leading tradespeople - existing Workshop Managers, Workshop Supervisors or Leading Hands ready to step up are encouraged to apply
• Strong computer and digital systems skills, with confidence learning new maintenance systems and processes
• Strong planning, organisation and communication skills
• Autonomous, adaptable and driven to learn, improve and succeed
• Experience with vacuum trucks, combination units or specialised heavy equipment is highly regarded, but not essential. We can teach the equipment to the right heavy-vehicle leader.

Why You Will Love This Role:

• Genuine ownership of the NSW workshop and fleet repair function
• Opportunity to lead and develop a growing technical team
• Be part of the next stage of NSW workshop and maintenance-system development
• Day-shift management role with core hours of 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Stable full-time role with a growing national business

About TDG Environmental

With more than 34 years in environmental services across Australia and New Zealand, TDG Environmental provides specialised solutions supporting critical infrastructure. Our people are central to our success and we are committed to a safe, empowering and inclusive workplace.

Applicants must have the right to work and live in Australia.