Workshop Manager
About our client: SWB Plus is an Australian owned market leader that specialises in mechanical equipment, components and engineering services.
The are seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to join their team.
About the role: In this newly created role, the Workshop Manager will work closely with the General Manager (who is off site), to improve and grow their Sydney facility.
It will be your responsibility to lead and supervise the workshop personnel to ensure high standards are maintained.
These standards include but are not limited to HSE, quality, maintenance activities both in the workshop and third-party sites, job compliance, financial performance, on time delivery, reporting and customer satisfaction.Key Responsibilities:
Comply with instructions given by senior management, such as budgets, forecasts, OHSE inspections and reporting
Run daily pre-start meetings and monthly toolbox meetings
Attend monthly management meetings via Teams
Support workshop staff on all tasks
Schedule jobs in house and with third party suppliers
Responsible for all compliance requirements
Control job schedules, timelines and deadlines, including distributing weekly WIP sheet
Adhere to and drive Quality performance and Continuous Improvement
Read, interpret and understand manufacturing from drawings and designs
Work at assigned locations
Respond to client demands often at short notice i.e.
breakdowns
Awareness, promote and deliver cost effective processes, solutions and savings
Required skills & experience:
Demonstrated ability to manage a team of 10+ staff and improve quality and workflow in a manufacturing environment
Basic Computer Skills: Microsoft Suite, Email, App based software, online meetings
Finely tuned interpersonal skills in order to deal effectively with people at all levels senior management, direct reports and customers
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster productive relationships
Experience in change and change management
Qualifications/Licences:
Cert III in Engineering – Mechanical, Fitter/Turner or Bachelor of Engineering (or equivalent)
High Risk Work Licence – Minimum Forklift Truck.
Ideal – Dogging and or Rigging
Current Drivers Licence
What’s in it for you? This is your chance to lead and develop a dynamic team that specialises in mechanical equipment and engineering services.
As the Workshop Manager, you will have the unique opportunity to be a part of an Australian owned and operated market leader and contribute to its ongoing success.What next? If you thrive in an advanced environment and are ready to make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply today.
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your resume (Microsoft Word preferred) or contact Bronwyn Edwards 0423 416 205 All Hunter Executive Search Consultants are accredited members of the RCSA (Recruitment and Consulting Staffing Association).