Fleet Maintenance Manager

Qualifications and Experience:

• A qualified diesel fitter
• Demonstrated experience in managing a team of mechanics and other maintenance personnel.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards, including WHS and environmental requirements.
• Strong technical knowledge of heavy vehicle and earthmoving equipment maintenance and repair.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse data and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite.

This is a full-time position, and the successful candidate will be required to work outside of regular business hours and be on-call as required.

The role will have multiple remote work sites with main bases in Cooktown and Bramwell Station (Cape York).

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage the maintenance and repair of the company's fleet of heavy vehicles and earthmoving plant and equipment.
2. Ensure that all plant and equipment is maintained to a high standard and is compliant with relevant regulations and standards, including Workplace  Health and Safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
3. Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize equipment downtime and increase operational readiness.
4. Coordinate and schedule repairs and maintenance with external service providers, including managing work orders and ensuring timely completion of work.
5. Oversee the procurement and management of new spare parts and consumables required for equipment maintenance and repair.
6. Monitor and analyse equipment performance and maintenance data to identify opportunities for improvement and or replacement.
7. Manage a team of mechanics and other maintenance personnel, providing leadership, mentoring, and training as required.
8. Develop and implement policies and procedures related to Fleet Maintenance and repair.
9. Maintain accurate records and documentation related to equipment maintenance and repair activities, including service histories, maintenance schedules, and warranty information.
10. Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as relevant legislation and regulations.
11. Provide regular reports to senior management on equipment maintenance and repair activities, including progress against maintenance schedules, equipment availability, and costs.
12. Provide emergency onsite assistance when required.

For applications email resume to: *****@upnorthenterprises.com

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