Workshop Supervisor - Newman (residential or FIFO)

Northfleet; Newman; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Northfleet is seeking a driven Workshop Supervisor to lead Newman workshop operations, overseeing the maintenance and repair of our vehicles, trucks, buses and trailers, and upholding the highest safety and service standards.

The successful candidate will be a heavy diesel trades expert, ready to roll up their sleeves and provide technical support while guiding the workshop team, including travel to mine sites and remote areas. Residential in Newman preferred; FIFO may be considered.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic.
• Minimum two years’ experience leading or supervising a workshop team.
• Valid MR driver’s licence or higher.
• Experience with fleet maintenance and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safe and timely vehicle servicing, repairs and inspection schedules.
• Prepare, supervise and control all workshop activities.
• Lead and develop a diverse workshop team to meet safety and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting of work progress and costs.
• Assist with servicing and repair duties and respond to mine site or remote area breakdowns.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Customer service mindset

Education

Heavy Diesel Mechanic trade qualification

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

Workshop Supervisor - Newman (residential or FIFO)

Full-time Permanent Experienced

Posted 07 Oct 2026

Description

Northfleet is the largest and most diverse fleet provider in WA, with over 20 years of experience in the region. We have a dedicated history of delivering safe and efficient transport and hire solutions to our valued clients across our depots in WA.

About the Role:

We are seeking a driven, team-oriented Workshop Supervisor to join our Newman team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading workshop operations in Newman and overseeing the maintenance and repair of our vehicles, trucks, buses and trailers, ensuring the highest standards of safety and service excellence are maintained.

If you are a highly skilled heavy diesel mechanical trades expert who is willing to roll up their sleeves and provide technical support, while playing a direct role in all aspects of safe and efficient workshop operations, we’d like to hear from you.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Operations Manager to coordinate safe and timely vehicle servicing, repairs and inspection schedules to ensure optimum operational efficiency.
• Prepare, supervise and control all workshop activities
• Motivate and inspire a diverse team to meet operational demands and ensure the highest of safety and quality standards are maintained
• Work allocation and ensuring the highest standards of quality are maintained.
• Manage corrective campaigns for fleet defects, recalls and warranty replacements
• Communicate work progress to management including time frames and costings
• Ensure adequate stock levels are maintained and liaise with spare parts department to ensure that the correct inventory is included for repair orders.
• Ensure the highest standards of housekeeping are maintained
• Assist with review and quoting of vehicle damage for customer on charges
• Assist in completing servicing and repair duties of the fleet to meet operational requirements.
• Attend mine site and remote areas for vehicle breakdowns and servicing requirements
• Monitoring the use of materials and equipment to minimise waste and damage
• Assist parts inventory to maintain stock levels to enable servicing and repairs to be completed without delay

Skills and Experience:

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic is essential and ideally, experience with Yutong, BCI, Mack, Volvo, Freightliner, MAN, Hino, Isuzu and Toyota.
• Minimum two years’ experience leading or supervising a workshop team.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a centralised fleet management support team with procurement, systems, planning and compliance with you, in the depot, responsible to manage, support and develop teams with a strong values focused leadership approach.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, with the ability to lead by example and promote safe work practices across the team.
• Strong customer service focus and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.
• High standards of maintenance, servicing and record keeping.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capability across heavy vehicle fleet assets.
• Valid MR driver’s licence, or higher.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to remain organised and focused under pressure.
• Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use maintenance systems and complete accurate records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a proactive continuous improvement mindset.

Residential applicants based in Newman or those relocating to Newman are preferred however FIFO would be considered for the right applicant.

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to contribute to our shared journey of growth and excellence.