Workshop Supervisor – Processing & Logistics

Hanlon Industries Pty Ltd; Geelong; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate plus overtime

Job summary

Hanlon Industries Pty Ltd in Geelong is seeking an experienced Workshop Supervisor – Processing & Logistics to lead a skilled team and coordinate workshop logistics for steel processing operations.

You will take ownership of daily operations, develop the team and drive production performance with a strong focus on safety, quality and on‑time delivery across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in fabrication, manufacturing or a related field.
• Experience in structural steel processing and workshop operations.
• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• A safety‑first mindset and commitment to quality.
• Experience with PowerFab, CNC machinery or production scheduling systems will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily steel processing operations, including beamline, plasma, drilling and cutting.
• Coordinate steel deliveries, storage and material movement through the workshop.
• Plan daily workloads, allocate resources and ensure production targets are met.
• Supervise, mentor and develop machine operators and logistics personnel.
• Monitor equipment performance and resolve production bottlenecks.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and operational compliance.
• Work with production and fabrication teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, workflow and efficiency.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Reading drawings

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

Trade qualification in fabrication/manufacturing

Tools

PowerFab

CNC machinery

Production scheduling systems

Job description

Lead a Skilled Team | Competitive Pay + Overtime | Career Growth

We're looking for an experienced, hands‑on Workshop Supervisor – Processing & Logistics to lead our steel processing team, coordinate workshop logistics and drive production performance.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of daily operations, develop your team and make a real impact on workshop efficiency, safety and quality.

Strength in Every Structure.

Hanlon Industries is a proudly independent, Australian family‑owned business with 25 years of experience delivering structural steel solutions across commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects throughout Australasia.

The Role

Working closely with the Fabrication Supervisor and Production Manager, you'll oversee steel processing, internal material flow and daily production priorities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead daily steel processing operations, including beamline, plasma, drilling and cutting
• Coordinate steel deliveries, storage and material movement through the workshop
• Plan daily workloads, allocate resources and ensure production targets are met
• Supervise, mentor and develop machine operators and logistics personnel
• Monitor equipment performance and resolve production bottlenecks
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and operational compliance
• Work with production and fabrication teams to ensure smooth project delivery
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, workflow and efficiency

About You

We're looking for a practical, proactive leader with strong technical knowledge and a commitment to getting the job done right.

You’ll bring:

• Trade qualification in fabrication, manufacturing or a related field
• Experience in structural steel processing and workshop operations
• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills
• A safety‑first mindset and commitment to quality

Experience with PowerFab, CNC machinery or production scheduling systems will be highly regarded.

Why Join Hanlon?

• Competitive hourly rate plus overtime opportunities
• Leadership role with real responsibility and the opportunity to make an impact
• Work on diverse commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects
• Supportive team and opportunities for career development
• Join an established Australian family‑owned business with 25 years of success