Supervisor - Fleet Workshop Operations

The details:

About our opportunity

We are looking for a workshop supervisor to lead and supervise the Petrie based Fleet Workshop Operations team. This team is set to move across to a new home depot location and brand new workshop based in Narangba in the coming months. 

As one of our three workshop supervisors, you will:

• coordinate and conduct daily preventative and corrective maintenance on Council's fleet consisting of heavy, light and small plant assets which will include safety inspections and mandatory annual Certificate of Inspections
• provide direct supervision and guidance for a range of trade qualified team members and apprentices 
• undertake a range of record keeping and defect reporting activities using relevant computer software/technology 
• contribute to safety by undertaking workshop observations and ensuring safe work practices and standard operating procedures are in accordance with workplace health and safety legislation and Council's corporate standards 

Safety is a key priority for us as an organisation, and we will be seeking candidates who not only have the knowledge and physical ability to safely undertake the manual tasks required in this role, we want you to have a genuine desire to contribute to a positive safety culture.

Please note - this role requires participation in council's "After Hours On-Call and Programmed Overtime Roster" service.

About you

Ideally you will have demonstrated current or recent experience in a similar position. You will have demonstrated your well developed experience in maintenance and repair/overhaul of light, medium and heavy vehicles and plant including experience in diagnostics on hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical systems and small equipment assets as well as have comprehensive industry skills in the application of heavy Fleet Workshop operation activities.  We'll need you to bring your well developed communication skills, your leadership experience, people and day to day management skills and your knowledge and experience in applying workplace health and safety legislation and practices. 

Paired with the above mentioned skills and experience you will hold a Queensland recognised trade certificate as a heavy vehicle motor mechanic/diesel fitter and a current truck licence (minimum HR - heavy rigid) and you will either hold or be willing to obtain a Queensland recognised Road Worthy Examiners and Proprietors Licence for Heavy Commercial up to 16t, Light Commercial and Passenger Vehicles and Heavy and Light Trailers within 6 months of commencement. If you have completed a Certificate III or IV in Front Line Management it would be considered desirable but it is not essential. 

Position Description

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Why join the team?

As the third largest local government area in Australia and the fifth fastest growing region, the Moreton Bay Region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.

With a diverse workforce of more than 2100 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of nearing 500,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you’re a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference - bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

Aside from an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a diverse and growing organisation, we offer a range of team member benefits including:

• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Free flu vaccinations every year.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities.
• We are proud to offer opportunities to develop your career within a local government organisation and our team members are encouraged to undertake study for career development in their area of employment under our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• We want you and your family to feel well supported when you need it most - as a team member you will have access our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline, chaplaincy program and our Mates in Construction program.

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.

Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a National Police History Check as part of the recruitment process for this role.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at *******@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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