Panel Shop Foreman

2 weeks ago

Williamstown, Victoria, Australia Wales Full time
Work for a reputable and established company with a strong presence in the trucking industry

  • Permanent, secure position with steady workflow and great team culture
  • Competitive wage and benefits package with opportunities to work overtime when necessary


Western Truck Repairs is a renowned brand in the heavy vehicle smash repair industry and is a division under AMA Group - Heavy Motors.

We offer a complete range of services, from minor mechanical and accident repairs, to complete hand-finished re-builds, we really can do the lot


Western Truck Repairs have a great network with towing & salvaging operators, to ensure we can provide the upmost service to see each job right through from beginning to finish.


With a convenient location near Melbourne's Ring Road and Westgate Bridge, you'll be part of a team that serves the local trucking community with pride and professionalism.

Our facility is a bustling hub of activity, with experienced panel beaters, mechanics, body builders, fabricators, spray painters, chassis aligners and electricians working together as a cohesive team.

We pride ourselves on positive culture within our workplace & love growing our team as we continue to expand

The Opportunity:

Western Truck Repairs is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Panel Shop Foreman to join our team

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership and guidance to the panel shop team, ensuring they work efficiently and effectively to meet production goals
  • Assign tasks to the panel shop team members, considering their skills, strengths, and workloads to optimise productivity
  • Report directly to the Production Manager, providing regular updates on the status of ongoing projects, team performance, and any issues that may arise
  • Participate in weekly walk arounds of the workshop with the Production Manager to assess progress, identify challenges, and make recommendations for improvement
  • Take images of work in progress and upload them to the job record, ensuring that records are kept uptodate and accessible to relevant parties
  • Identify and report any additional parts or materials required for ongoing jobs to the Production Manager to prevent delays
  • Assist in upskilling the panel shop team by providing training, guidance, and mentoring to enhance their skills and knowledge
  • Maintain rigorous quality control standards to ensure that repairs and restorations meet or exceed industry standards and customer expectations

Does this sound like you?

  • Must be trade qualified in panel beating or a related field (Essential)
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail and commitment to highquality work
  • Ability to work in a fastpaced, dynamic environment
  • Knowledge of panel shop tools, equipment, and repair techniques
  • Prior experience in a similar role is preferred


We know that sometimes people need non-standard work hours, and would be happy to discuss the options available in this role, or similar roles across our business.


Benefits

  • Reward & recognition
  • Career development and training
  • Referral bonus for recommending a friend to work with us
  • Discounts on parts and tools
  • Uniforms
  • 24/7 professional counselling for Team members and their immediate families
  • We champion our Team, because it's our people that set us apart and drive our business' success. We focus on individual strengths and value differences to bring the best out of people, enhancing their skills and capabilities to build fulfilling careers. _
**_ No matter who you are, if you have the drive and talent to progress, when you're part of our Team, you're going places - APPLY NOW._

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