Workshop supervisor - Diesel Mechanic

Booth Transport Pty Ltd; City Of Kwinana; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Discounts with partner companies

Tyres provided at 24-month anniversary

Job summary

Booth Transport is seeking a Workshop Supervisor at our Hope Valley Workshop to lead a team of diesel mechanics responsible for the maintenance and repair of trucks, trailers and equipment. You will report to the Workshop Manager and ensure high standards of service across our general freight and tanker fleet.

You will coordinate repairs, manage stock, mentor apprentices, and help implement efficient procedures while maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport industry with maintenance knowledge.
• Experience with Kenworth, Cummins and trailers is preferred.
• Proven competence as a Workshop Supervisor.
• MC Licence preferred but not required.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with standard workshop systems.
• Ability to lead, teach and promote a safe, productive work environment.
• Excellent problem solving and planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate services and repairs for the fleet.
• Communicate with departments and stakeholders in a constructive manner.
• Manage and maintain stock levels of parts and consumables.
• Assist with development of apprentices and tradespeople.
• Develop and implement procedures and processes as needed.
• Ensure staff perform work safely and to company standards.
• Maintain accurate housekeeping, paperwork and fleet maintenance records.
• Prioritize health and safety for all staff.
• Provide on-call support for breakdowns as rostered.

Skills

Transport experience

Kenworth/Cummins knowledge

Workshop supervisor track record

MC Licence (preferred)

Computer literacy

Leadership & safety coaching

Job description

Booth Transport is a National Transport Company is looking for a Workshop supervisor at our Hope Valley Workshop.

In your new position you will be reporting to the Workshop Manager, and as the Workshop supervisor you will help ensure the fleet is maintained to a high standard, our team of diesel mechanics are responsible for the professional maintenance and repairs of trucks, trailers and equipment in our general freight and tanker fleet.

The primary duties of the role will include.

• Scheduling and coordinating services and repairs
• Communicate with other departments and stake holders within the business in a positive and constructive manner
• Manage and maintain stock levels
• Assist with the development of apprentices and tradesman when required
• Assist with the develop and implementation of procedures and processes when required
• Ensuring all thestaff membersare completing work in a safe and efficient manner in line with company standards.
• Ensure that there is accurate housekeeping and completion of all paperwork and systems associated with fleet maintenance and repair
• Ensure that health and safety of all staff members is a high priority at all times
• Rostered on to support breakdown phone calls

The candidate we are looking for will have.

• Experience in transport.
• Experience with Kenworth, Cummins & trailers
• Proven competence as a Workshop Supervisor
• MC Licence (not required, but preferred)
• Sound computer skills
• Ability to lead, demonstrate and educate employees to embrace a safe & productive work environment.
• Good problem solving and planning skills
• Company uniform supplied, permanent, full-time position.

Booth also offers.

• $1000 sign on Bonus paid at completion of 6-month probation.
• Set of Bridgestone tyres provided at 24-month anniversary of employment.
• Arranged discounts and deals with companies such as, Bunnings, Hertz, Bupa, Toyota fleet, Flight center, Bridgestone.

Booth is one of Australia’s most respected national freight and logistics service providers. Our national fleet of transport equipment, warehousing facilities and professional staff are supported by industry specific operational systems. This delivers the assurance of moving your freight safely, on time and within budget. Booth gives you immediate access to one of the most flexible, professional and well-equipped logistics networks in Australia.

Australia’s Top Bulk Food, Container Transport & Logistics Provider

Booth is one of Australia’s most respected national freight and logistics service providers. Our national fleet of transport equipment, warehousing facilities and professional staff are supported by industry specific operational systems. This delivers the assurance of moving your freight safely, on time and within budget. Booth gives you immediate access to one of the most flexible, professional and well-equipped logistics networks in Australia.

Australia’s Top Bulk Food, Container Transport & Logistics Provider

Booth is one of Australia’s most respected national freight and logistics service providers. Our national fleet of transport equipment, warehousing facilities and professional staff are supported by industry specific operational systems. This delivers the assurance of moving your freight safely, on time and within budget. Booth gives you immediate access to one of the most flexible, professional and well-equipped logistics networks in Australia.