Workshop Manager Fifo

10 hours ago

Canberra, Australia BDS Mechanical Full time

**WORKSHOP MANAGER - FIFO/RELOCATE**

BDS Mechanical Repairs has an excellent opportunity for an experienced manager to join our large privately owned and operated business. This position is to manage an already established workshop with a hands-on approach and pro-active demeanour. Managing the operation of the workshop, parts, contracts/clientele and overseeing staff, you will possess strong financial and customer relationship management skills as well as providing leadership and driving a culture of success, profitability, sustainability and teamwork. This position will require various lengths of time onsite.

**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.
- 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 Job:

- Day to day running of a mechanical business
- Ability to deal with internal and external clients
- Willing to be hands on and not afraid to be on the tools
- Job planning including customer liaison
- Assist in opening and closing job cards
- Job tracking & reporting
- Management of staff performance
- Estimating and quoting
- Quality control and management
- Workshop safety management

What's on offer:

- Very Attractive salary
- Permanent full time position
- Company vehicle and fuel card included
- Managers accommodation included
- Large reputable growing company, privately owned and managed
- Complete autonomy to succeed
- Excellent working conditions and supportive team
- Roster or relocation package available
- Return flights included if FIFO
- Multiple opportunities to suit your experience and lifestyle

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

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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