Workshop Manager

7 days ago


Toowoomba, Australia BDS Mechanical Full time

**BDS MECHANICAL - MILES - WORKSHOP MANAGER**

BDS Mechanical Repairs is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Workshop Manager to lead our established team in Miles. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a hands-on leadership role within a large, privately owned and operated business. You’ll be responsible for overseeing daily operations and driving team performance to ensure continued success.

Key responsibilities include overseeing workshop operations, coordinating parts and resources, managing contracts, and maintaining strong relationships with clients. Your leadership will be essential in motivating the team, meeting financial goals, and delivering outstanding customer service. Success in this role relies on your ability to cultivate a culture of accountability, teamwork, and long-term sustainability.

**About us**:
BDS Mechanical Repairs is a rapidly growing and dynamic company, specialising in mechanical, auto-electrical, and welding services - delivered both on-site and from our fully equipped workshops. With 22 branches across Queensland and a fleet of over 160 field service units, we provide reliable coverage across more than 600,000 km² throughout Queensland and Western Australia. As a proudly privately owned business, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our team and fostering a strong work-life balance.

**About you**:

- Management experience essential
- Trade qualified Diesel fitter/Diesel mechanic/LV Mechanic preferred but not essential
- Experience with automotive workshops a bonus
- Strong communication skills
- Good people management skills
- Proven record for leading a successful team
- Ability to manage all aspects of the business effectively
- Ability to lead continuous improvement and WH&S
- Proficient in the computer skills
- Ability to drive business growth, cultivate new opportunities
- Maintain positive customer relationships

**The Position**:

- Day-to-day running of a mechanical business

**Job Planning & Execution**
- Job planning including customer liaison
- Assist in opening and closing job cards
- Job tracking & reporting
- Estimating and quoting

**Client Relations**
- Ability to deal with internal and external clients

**Team Leadership & Performance**
- Management of staff performance
- Workshop safety management
- Quality control and management
- Willing to be hands-on and not afraid to be on the tools

**What's on offer**:

- Permanent full-time position
- Very Attractive salary
- Local or DIDO - longer rosters preferred
- Accommodation included while on shift
- Large reputable growing company, privately owned and managed
- Complete autonomy to succeed
- Excellent working conditions and supportive team

**Previous applicants encouraged to apply**

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

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

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

Work Location: On the road


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