Fnq/the Gulf

**BDS MECHANICAL - FNQ/THE GULF - WORKSHOP MANAGER**

BDS Mechanical Repairs has an opportunity for an experienced manager to join one of our large, privately owned and operated business. This position requires you to manage an already established BDS workshop in in FNQ/The Gulf with a hands-on approach and pro-active demeanour.

You will be responsible for overseeing workshop operations, parts management, contracts and client relations, while leading a team with a focus on financial performance and customer service. Strong leadership skills are essential, along with the ability to foster a culture of success, profitability, sustainability, and teamwork.

**About us**:
BDS Mechanical Repairs is a growing business that offers mechanical, auto electrical and welding repairs both in house and onsite with 22 fixed workshop locations throughout Queensland. We have over 160 field service units and the team at BDS cover over 600,000 km2 of Queensland, meaning we’re never too far away. We are a privately owned business that looks after our staff and value a healthy 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
- Mon-Fri, DIDO or FIFO - longer rosters preferred for managerial position
- All flights paid for
- Accommodation included for all DIDO/FIFO roles
- 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: Bundaberg, Cairns, Moranbah, Chinchilla, Miles, Moura, Rockhampton, Gold Coast, Roma, Gracemere, Gladstone, Sunshine Coast, Middlemount, Kingaroy, Brisbane, Toowoomba, Mackay, Townsville, Maryborough, Doomadgee, Kowanyama, Cloncurry

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

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

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift

Work Location: On the road