General Manager

1 week ago

Brisbane, Australia BDS Mechanical Full time

**GENERAL MANAGER - BDS MECHANICAL**

With recent growth across the business, BDS Mechanical is seeking an experienced General Manager to support and guide our branch managers throughout Queensland. This role involves regular travel to our workshop locations and requires a hands-on, proactive approach to help develop, maintain, and continuously improve operations. It’s an excellent opportunity to join a large, privately owned company that genuinely values its people and the environments they work in.

**About us**:
BDS Mechanical Repairs is a privately owned and rapidly growing business providing mechanical, auto electrical, and welding services - both in-house and onsite. With 22 fixed workshop locations across Queensland and a fleet of over 160 field service units, our team covers more than 600,000 km² across Queensland and Western Australia. Wherever you are, BDS is never far away.

**The Job**:

- Provide support and advice to branch managers
- Ensure processes and procedures are being implemented and maintained
- Develop, maintain and improve current business systems
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external clients
- Assist with human resource management and advice across various locations
- Monitor work flow, rosters and timesheets
- Identify and implement operational efficiencies
- Improving business operations and assisting with the opening of new branches
- Assisting workshops with their day to day management and safety practices
- Ensure customer satisfaction

**Required skills and Experience**:

- Proven experience in managing operational departments
- Strong demonstrated ability to be a dynamic, proactive leader
- Ability to influence and engage with both internal and external stakeholders
- Availability to frequently travel between sites
- Proficient computer skills
- Sound time management and problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask

**What we Offer**:

- Permanent full time position
- Very attractive salary that will reflect your skills and qualifications
- BDS Company vehicle
- Accommodation while travelling
- Company phone + Laptop
- Autonomy to succeed
- Large reputable growing company, privately owned and managed
- Excellent working conditions supported by a strong team

**Workshop locations**: Bundaberg, Cairns, Moranbah, Chinchilla, Moura, Rockhampton, Gold Coast, Roma, Gracemere, Sunshine Coast, Middlemount, Brisbane, Toowoomba, Mackay, Townsville, Maryborough, Doomadgee, Cloncurry, Kowanyama

**FIFO locations**: Western Australia, Bowen Basin, Northern Territory, South Australia

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: On the road

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