Workshop Supervisor

BMD Group; Newman; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development

Thrive awards & recognition

Mental health support

Parental leave

Flexible work options

Novated leasing

Power Perks & discounts

Job summary

BMD Group is seeking a Workshop Supervisor to lead the maintenance team for its project fleet, ensuring safety, reliability and high availability. You will coordinate servicing and preventative maintenance, manage costs and drive productivity while leading a skilled team on a FIFO 2:1 roster in the Pilbara.

The role requires 5+ years of supervisory experience in construction/resources, strong communication and a collaborative approach with operations and suppliers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years supervisory experience in construction/resources sector
• Experience in workshop maintenance environments
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proven communicator with leadership ability

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance activities for mobile construction plant and heavy equipment.
• Develop and monitor preventive maintenance schedules to minimise downtime.
• Lead a team of mechanics and technicians; assign tasks and provide guidance.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and determine repair strategies for timely resolutions.
• Monitor equipment condition and advise on replacements or upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards and company protocols.
• Maintain maintenance records including service histories and parts usage.
• Coordinate with operations, procurement and OEM suppliers for servicing and parts.
• Track maintenance costs and implement cost-saving measures where possible.
• Conduct inspections to ensure workshop and field practices meet standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Strong communication

Problem solving

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

About BMD

BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence, with a growing international footprint extending to the Philippines and the United Kingdom.

About BMD

BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence, with a growing international footprint extending to the Philippines and the United Kingdom. Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. For over 45 years, our diverse portfolio of projects and roles provides exceptional opportunities for our people to grow and make a lasting impact. As part of our team, you’ll help deliver challenging projects, supported by leadership within an inclusive people-first culture.

About The Role

As Workshop Supervisor, you will lead the maintenance team to ensure the project fleet remains safe, reliable and operational. You'll coordinate servicing, preventative maintenance and repairs, working closely with project teams to minimise downtime and maximise equipment availability. The role also includes monitoring workshop performance, managing costs and driving productivity through strong team leadership. This is a FIFO 2:1 roster.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all maintenance activities for mobile construction plant and heavy equipment (e.g., excavators, bulldozers, graders, loaders, trucks).
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance schedules and service routines to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimal downtime.
• Lead a team of mechanics, technicians, and support staff; assign tasks, provide technical guidance, and ensure safety and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues, determine repair strategies, and ensure timely resolution to prevent work delays.
• Monitor equipment condition and reliability, recommending replacements or upgrades as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental standards, and company maintenance protocols.
• Manage maintenance records, including service histories, parts usage, and inspection logs.
• Liaise with operations, procurement, and OEM suppliers to coordinate parts ordering and equipment servicing.
• Track maintenance costs, control budget expenditures, and implement cost-saving measures where possible.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure workshop practices and field maintenance are in line with company standards.

About You

Great people skills and the ability to build trust is a must backed by strong communications skills. You may also:

• Have 5 years+ supervisory experience ideally within the construction and/or resources sector
• Previous workshop maintenance experience ideally within the Pilbara
• Ability to work collaboratively and positively with a range of internal and external stakeholders;
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to problem solve;
• Proven communicator who can lead and positively influence those around them.

Benefits

• grow your career with specialised learning and development programs
• be recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platform
• prioritise wellbeing with mental health support and discounted gym access
• support your family with paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements available
• access perks with novated leasing, specialised Power Perks and discounts with hundreds of retailers.

Diversity and inclusion

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.

We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global/careers