Workshop Supervisor - Queensland, Australia - Local Government Appointments QLD

Description

"The Barramundi Capital of Australia"

Boarding the Northern Territory, located 425 km north of Mount Isa and on the banks of the Albert River, is the town of Burketown. Proudly known as "The Barramundi Capital of Australia", the region is a popular destination for enthusiastic fishermen with excellent barramundi fishing locations. It is also one of the few places in the world where you can see the 'Morning Glory' cloud formation and offers the opportunity to visit the remarkable Boodjamulla National Park. Here, you will enjoy the true Aussie Outback lifestyle.

Position Overview: Reporting to the Works Manager, this is a hands-on position where you will be responsible for maintaining Council's vehicle and plant fleet by managing the Council's workshop facilities and personnel in an efficient and effective manner.

Skills & Experience Required: To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Demonstrated experience leading a vehicle and plant fleet mechanical workshop responsible for maintaining a variety of light vehicles, trucks, and earthmoving equipment.

• Demonstrated experience in material ordering, stock control, maintaining effective records and service log details and scheduling of works;

• Ability to meet project priorities by ensuring the availability of adequate resources and minimal downtime of equipment;

• Experience in the supervision of staff, including task allocation, identifying training needs, mentoring and performance management;

• Demonstrated experience in the review of revenue and operational costs, budgetary impacts, and the preparation of monthly reports;

• Good computer skills, with the ability to use MS Office suite;

• Ability to apply work, health and safety standards and advocate safe work practices;

• Trade qualification in heavy vehicle mechanics or diesel fitting; and

• Current HR Class Licence.

To apply, please email your resume to or phone LO-GO Appointments on