workshop Supervisor

Randstad; Canberra; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Canberra is seeking a qualified diesel mechanic to oversee workshop operations. In this leadership role, you will ensure the maintenance and compliance of heavy vehicles and machinery, while managing a team and subcontractors. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and communication skills, along with experience in procurement and inventory management. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Qualified diesel mechanic with mandatory HR driver's license.
• Demonstrated experience with heavy vehicles and plant machinery.
• Strong procurement and inventory management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead team and mentor effectively.
• Diagnose and repair heavy vehicles and machinery.
• Coordinate maintenance and manage inventory.

Skills

Qualified diesel mechanic

Experience with heavy vehicles

Strong procurement and inventory management skills

Competency with maintenance management systems

Excellent communication

Leadership experience

Education

HR driver's license

Job description

The Role

You will be based Hume, ACT, and supervise all workshop operations. You will look after heavy vehicles, forklifts, compactors and plant machinery. In this hands‑on leadership role you will supervise our internal team and coordinate the efforts of subcontractors.

What You’ll Do

• Lead your team with hands‑on guidance and effective mentoring
• Quickly diagnose and repair our modern diesel trucks, forklifts, compactors, and plant equipment
• Prioritize urgent breakdowns to minimize downtime in a fast‑paced environment
• Schedule and coordinate maintenance, ensuring all machinery remains service‑ready and compliant
• Manage procurement and inventory, raise POs, order parts, track stock, and oversee admin
• Maintain accurate records of fleet logs, maintenance history, and compliance documentation
• Serve as the key liaison for suppliers, contractors, logistics, and operations teams
• Enforce safety & compliance protocols, including inductions, procedures, and contractor oversight

What You Bring

• Qualified diesel mechanic with an HR driver's license (mandatory)
• Demonstrated experience with heavy vehicles and plant machinery
• Strong procurement and inventory management skills
• Competency with maintenance management systems and basic IT tools
• A calm and adaptable approach under pressure
• Proven leadership experience, managing both employees and subcontractors
• Excellent communication and stakeholder liaison abilities

Please apply now or call Sagar on 0487942*** to hear more about these roles. You can alternatively send your resume to ***********@randstad.com.au.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.