Workshop Production Supervisor

SKF; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SKF is seeking a Workshop Production Supervisor in Eagle Farm, Queensland. You will lead daily workshop operations, oversee bearing refurbishment, and ensure quality and safety standards are met. The role offers potential conversion to a full-time position for the right candidate.

Join SKF to coordinate logistics, maintain stock accuracy, and drive continuous improvement while mentoring a motivated team in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate in Engineering or Fitting and Machining.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of bearing refurbishment and remanufacturing practices.
• Mature verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software and computer literacy.
• Knowledge of EHS & Quality processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily workshop operations and staff deployment to achieve production, productivity, and efficiency targets.
• Oversee bearing refurbishment and inspections to ensure compliance with SKF and customer quality standards.
• Coordinate order dispatch and logistics activities to ensure on-time customer delivery.
• Manage inventory, consumables, and workshop procurement to maintain stock accuracy.
• Maintain 5S standards, workshop cleanliness, and contamination control across all work areas.
• Promote EHS compliance and coach team members.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Supervision experience

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Trade Certificate in Engineering or Fitting and Machining

Job description

SKF is an international company recognised as a specialist in the manufacture and sale of bearings, seals, power transmission, machine condition monitoring equipment and associated products and services. Our 42,000 employees in 129 countries enjoy exceptional career opportunities, intercultural teamwork and a highly varied professional environment focused on delivering strong operational results.

With offices across Australia, SKF supplies the industrial manufacturing and end user sectors including mining, power generation, railways, defence, agriculture and many others, supporting the industrial aftermarket business through its independent distribution channels to market.

SKF’s purpose isTogether, we reimagine rotation for a better tomorrow, creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet.

About the Opportunity

An outstanding opportunity is available for a Workshop Production Supervisor, based in Eagle Farm, Queensland. There is the possibility for this role to be converted to a full-time position for the right candidate. The successful applicant will report to the Head of Services and this role may offer the opportunity to transition into a permanent full-time position for the right candidate.

The main responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead daily workshop operations and staff deployment to achieve production, productivity, and efficiency targets.
• Oversee bearing refurbishment and inspections to ensure compliance with SKF and customer quality standards.
• Ensure accurate measurement, documentation, and lubrication of bearings in line with specifications.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve operational performance.
• Coordinate order dispatch and logistics activities to ensure on-time customer delivery.
• Manage inventory, consumables, and workshop procurement to maintain stock accuracy and material availability.
• Maintain 5S standards, workshop cleanliness, and contamination control across all work areas.
• Monitor equipment and tooling, report faults, and ensure machinery is used safely and effectively.
• Promote EHS compliance, coach and mentor team members, support quality management processes, and contribute to business improvement initiatives.

About You

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Trade Certificate in Engineering or Fitting and Machining
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of bearing refurbishment and remanufacturing practices
• Mature verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software and computer literacy
• Knowledge of EHS & Quality, processes and requirements.
• Demonstrated supervision experience

We offer:

• Afast-pacedworkplace and evolving environment
• Learning and development opportunities-We invest in our people with training, regular coaching and career development
• A diverse workforce where you will experience exciting challenges and varied tasks
• Join a company that offers career progression and promotes from within