Workshop Supervisor

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd; Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + Super

Company car

Biannual bonuses

Employee perks program

Job summary

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Workshop Supervisor at our Dandenong branch to lead a busy workshop team, plan daily workflows, and mentor technicians and apprentices. The role reports to the Service Manager and focuses on safety, productivity, and high workmanship standards.

You will oversee build and service repair activities, ensure accurate documentation, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining a strong safety culture across the

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in workshop environments.
• Strong commitment to safety and WHS principles.
• Experience in earthmoving equipment maintenance.
• Excellent time management with ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor workshop technicians and apprentices to build capability and standards.
• Plan and manage daily workflows to optimise labour and resources.
• Promote a proactive safety culture aligned with WHS standards.
• Ensure accuracy of service records, warranty reporting and documentation.
• Monitor WIP, job costing and workshop efficiency to improve productivity and quality.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety consciousness

Time management

Continuous improvement

Communication skills

Job description

Base + Super + Company Car + Biannual Bonuses

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd has a proud history of supporting Australia’s construction and mining industries with quality equipment, trusted service and strong customer partnerships.

With a national network of branches, workshops and service teams, we have built a strong presence across Australia over decades.

As we transition to LANDCROS, we are building on this proud legacy and entering an exciting new chapter – combining our experience and expertise with a renewed focus on innovation, technology and the future.

The Opportunity

Our Dandenongbranch 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:

• 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.