Boilermaker Workshop Manager

This is a residential job based in Kalgoorlie. Do not apply if you want FIFO work. 

Overall responsibility is to manage boilermaker / fabrication operations in the workshop and co-ordinate site works to complete jobs:

• safely;
• efficiently (meet quoted targets); and
• to meet or exceed customer quality and time expectations.

You will have extensive boilermaking and fabrication knowledge and it is most likely you will have a metal fabrication trade background.  However, your qualifications could be in mechanical fitting.

Delivering on your responsibilities will require you to:

• estimate and quote for potential jobs/contracts.
• read & interpret technical drawings.
• plan & manage jobs – think ahead to ensure all resources are available to maintain an efficient work flow.
• create a safe workshop environment and promote safe work practises.
• provide leadership to the workshop employees including regular feedback & coaching.
• maintain a team culture in the workshop.
• communicate with customers to understand their needs, problem solve and manage expectations.
• ensure all plant and equipment is properly serviced and maintained.
• manage stock levels.
• identify and implement improvements to work processes and the workshop environment.

Applicants must have:

1. strong communication skills
2. current driver’s license
3. extensive boilermaker experience in heavy mobile equipment and general fabrication. 
4. good mechanical aptitude.
5. basic computer skills.
6. effective people and communication skills to win the respect of customers and tradesmen. Must be able to encourage excellent performance and manage poor performance. 
7. ability to learn and implement new knowledge.
8. values aligned to Goldmont’s safe, customer focused and continuous improvement culture.

Other attributes that will be valued include:

1. Current MR truck license
2. Crane/Rigging license
3. Forklift ticket
4. Understanding of confined space safe work practices