Workshop Manager

Supervise, quote, diagnose, undertake and charge for mechanical repairs within the competency of a light vehicle mechanical tradesperson

About ALPA
We are the Arnhem Land Progress Aboriginal Corporation (ALPA) and our mission is to operate successful and responsible businesses emphasising local employment, training, career pathways, customer service, and safety.
Having been in operations for nearly 50 years, from humble beginnings, we have grown to be Australia's largest financially independent Indigenous Corporation, employing over 1,000 employees across 27 remote locations throughout NT and QLD. We strive to improve the health, quality of life, and economic development of our members, giving primacy to their cultural heritage, dignity, and desire for opportunity and equality with their fellow Australians.
About the role
The Workshop Manager is responsible to supervise, quote, diagnose, undertake and charge for mechanical repairs within the competency of a light vehicle mechanical tradesperson and Workshop Manager.
This position is based in Lajamanu, NT
Responsibilities

• Diagnose motor vehicle faults using manual and electronic means.
• Provide estimates and quotes for mechanical repairs and services using historical and electronic guidance.
• Ensure that all work undertaken by the workshop has a job card and electronic invoice for completed repairs and services.
• Ensure that the workshop is clean and dispose of waste products in the approved manner.
• Review the stocktake of consumables using manual and electronic systems.
• Manage the Profit and Loss statement for the Workshop.
• Coach and mentor apprentices.
• Be prepared to undertake formalised training to ensure ongoing, continuous professional development
• Be a champion of the ALPA values and demonstrate a commitment to work health and safety.

Skills and Experience

• Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent based on a 4-year apprenticeship in mechanical vehicle trades.
• Experience with undertaking diagnostics with a wide range of vehicles.
• Significant experience in diagnosing faults and repairing 4wd vehicles.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills including proficient written and oral communication skills that can be adapted to meet the needs of people from all education levels, language abilities, and ethnic origin.
• Experience using an electronic stock control and invoicing systems.
• An unrestricted NT C class driver's license or ability to obtain.

Benefits

• Salary sacrificing + 13% super
• Accommodation and Utilities provided
• Relocation assistance
• 7 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• Immerse yourself in culture and give back to the community
• Access to discounted buying through 100’s of retailers

All applications will be treated confidentially and only those with the rights to work full time in Australia will be considered.
ALPA is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We also encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply.

Please contact the Recruitment team via recruitment@alpa.asn.au for any further information