Fleet Maintenance/Workshop Manager

Active Tree Services
Hart District
1 week ago
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Work type:Permanent full time
Location:Mt Kuring-Gai
Categories:Fleet

The role:

We are seeking a highly experienced Workshop Manager who is reliable and passionate for our Mount Kuring Gai workshop. With major maintenance depots in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Hobart, our arboreal and vegetation management operations span nationally, enabling us to deliver exceptional service. Supporting our major depots are the strategic operations that span from Brisbane to Hobart and throughout South Australia.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Previous experience as a Workshop Manager in a similar industry.
  • Previous budgeting/forecasting and reporting experience in a similar environment.
  • Strong leader and mentor to 10+ workshop team members.
  • Oversee the execution of all service schedules in the workshop.
  • Manage Toolbox, Safety Alerts, Factory recalls and defect management clearance.
  • Manage admin of Workshop Management system.
  • Work with the National Maintenance Manager to ensure equipment integrity from a National perspective.

About you:

  • Minimum 5 years managing medium to large workshop.
  • Qualified diesel mechanic (highly desirable) with 10+ years’ experience.
  • Hold a current NSW Heavy Vehicle Inspectors licence.
  • Experience with EWP maintenance requirements highly desirable.
  • Experience with Maintenance software highly desirable.
  • Experience with Isuzu, Hino, Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Volvo desirable but not essential.
  • Ability to work unsupervised.
  • Demonstrated ability working within a fast-paced environment.
  • Competent with the Microsoft Office Suite - particularly Outlook and Excel.

What you will need:

  • A valid MR/HR driver’s licence.
  • Mechanical qualification (Cert III Minimum in Plant Operations or Heavy Diesel).
  • A highly motivated, positive attitude.
  • Full-time permanent role with stability.
  • Highly attractive remuneration + super + bonus.
  • Collaborative and positive team environment.
  • Company’s Vehicle.
  • Employee Benefits – discounts and deals on great products and services!
  • Opportunity to work on a large range of specialised equipment.

About Aerial Access:

We are an Australian family-owned essential service with a national footprint. Access Australia has been a major supplier of Elevated Work Platforms in Australia for more than 25 years. Our truck-mounted EWPs are recognised as industry leaders, specialising in insulated elevated work platforms known for their simplicity in operation and long-life design. We specialise in equipment for the arboriculture industry while also offering an extensive line of models for a variety of other industries.

Today, we stand strong with over 1000 dedicated employees and an enthusiastic management team deeply invested in harnessing new technology to enhance our arboreal operations and vegetation management.

The Fleet Services Division of Active Tree Services manages the design, procurement, through-life maintenance and disposal of varied major equipment. Our team of over 30 mechanics across our four (4) workshop locations provide maintenance support to our 650+ pieces of equipment. Every member of our maintenance team is highly valued, and we remain committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all can thrive. As a dynamic, fast-paced, and team-driven enterprise, we pride ourselves on providing innovative solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our operations and their clients.

Join us and be a part of a thriving company that puts its people at the heart of its success!

Advertised:18 Feb 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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