Lindsay Transport is now entering its seventh decade in operation and is one of the largest transporters of fresh produce in Australia. Lindsay Transport specialises in temperature sensitive, time-slotted freight into Central Markets and major Grocery Distribution Centres. We operate a network of freight terminals with significant cold-room facilities across the east coast of Australia and employ a staff of approximately 1800 workers.
The Role:
Lindsay Transport is currently seeking a Workshop Manager for our Melbourne depot in Derrimut.
This opportunity will see you manage a team of 6 and be responsible for the efficient running of the workshop.
Your main responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Leadership and Team Development –
- Provide leadership and direction to the workshop team.
- Motivate employees & set appropriate individual & team performance goals.
- Train & guide Apprentices
- Foster a positive & safe work environment.
- Oversee, planning & allocation of the work for workshop and maintenance staff.
- Managing the repair, replacement and/or maintenance and testing of a high volume of company vehicles and related mechanical and electrical components.
- Assisting with breakdowns and call outs
- Raising, processing repair & purchase orders; checking stock & receivables
- Ensure all paperwork & compliance work is completed correctly & in a timely manner.
About You:
To be successful for this role applicant must have:
- Relevant Mechanical Trade qualification or many years’ experiences in similar area
- Prior experience in a similar role and industry highly regarded.
- A highly motivated, enthusiastic and positive leadership style.
- Professional presentation with a friendly and helpful manner with an ability to deal effectively with a diverse workforce.
- Ability to manage your own time, meet deadlines and take responsibility for your output and the quality of your work.
- A mature attitude with a logical and methodical approach to your work
- Clear and concise communication skills
Lindsay Australia operates with a culture of honesty and openness.
If you’re successful in joining us, you’ll be joining a team where creativity, diversity and innovation are encouraged. We pride ourselves on our values and it doesn’t matter what we are doing we strive every day to work the “Lindsay Way” - https://www.lindsayaustralia.com.au/
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Lindsay Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.