Workshop Supervisor

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary + Super + Company Car + Bi

Exclusive Employee Perks Program

Permanent full-time role

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) seeks an experienced Workshop Supervisor for our Somerton branch to lead a busy Workshop team. Reporting to the Service Manager, you will plan, organise and supervise all workshop operations, coaching technicians and apprentices to drive productivity, safety and quality in build and service repair work.

You will mentor staff, manage daily workflows, uphold WHS standards and ensure accurate documentation, warranties and OEM reporting across the shop.

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications in diesel or mobile plant mechanics.
• Proven supervisory experience with strong leadership.
• Commitment to safety and WHS principles.
• Experience in earthmoving equipment maintenance.
• Strong time management and prioritisation.
• Continuous improvement mindset and change leadership.
• Strong written and verbal communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Mentor technicians and apprentices, upholding workmanship standards.
• Plan daily workflows to optimise labour and resources.
• Promote a proactive safety culture aligned with WHS standards.
• Maintain attention to detail to achieve first-time fix on builds and repairs.
• Ensure accurate job documentation, service records, and OEM warranty reporting.
• Monitor WIP, job costing, and workshop efficiency to improve productivity.

Skills

Supervisory experience

WHS knowledge

Diesel technician

Earthmoving equipment

Time management

Continuous improvement

Communication skills

Education

Trade qualification – diesel/mobile plant

Job description

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment.

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment.

The Opportunity

Our Somerton branch is seeking an experienced and motivated Workshop Supervisor to lead our busy Workshop team. Reporting to the Service Manager, you will be responsible for planning, organising and supervising all workshop operations, while coaching and mentoring your team to drive productivity, technical excellence and attention to detail across both build and service repair functions.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Leading from the front by mentoring and developing technicians and apprentices, building strong technical capability and workmanship standards
• Managing & planning daily workflows to optimise labour, and utilisation of equipment and resources
• Promoting and enforcing a strong, proactive safety culture aligned with WHS standards
• Maintaining strong attention to detail across all work, reducing rework and ensuring first-time fix success on both new builds and repairs
• Ensuring accurate job documentation, service records, and compliance with warranty and OEM reporting requirements
• Monitoring WIP, job costing, and workshop efficiency, identifying opportunities to improve productivity and service quality

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant diesel or mobile plant mechanic trade qualifications
• Proven supervisory experience with strong leadership capability
• A demonstrated commitment to safety and a solid understanding of WHS principles
• Experience in earthmoving equipment maintenance
• Excellent time management with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to support and drive positive change
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on keeping all stakeholders informed

Hitachi Benefits – What’s On Offer

• Rewarding Salary Package: Base Salary + Super + Company Car + Biannual Bonuses
• Exclusive Employee Perks: Access to our Employee Orange Benefits Program, offering discounts on a wide range of everyday goods and services
• Career: Permanent full-time role with a globally recognised OEM, providing stability and long-term career growth
• Supportive & Inclusive Culture: Work with approachable leaders who value your ideas, encourage innovation, and support your success
• Health & Wellbeing: Discounted Medibank health insurance plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Refer & Be Rewarded: Earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Program when you successfully refer a friend
• Family-First Benefits: Paid parental leave policy to support you and your family during life’s important moments
• Learning & Development: OEM-led training, continuous upskilling, and genuine opportunities for career progression within the business

Here at Hitachi, we believe that success comes from the partnership of our market-leading products and the quality of our people. We are an equal opportunity employer, do not discriminate and wholeheartedly value diversity at our company.

As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates may be required to undergo background checks, including (but not limited to) criminal history record checks and employment medical assessments.