Workshop Foreman

**Join the CarPlace Revolution**

**Are you ready to be part of something groundbreaking?**

Ready to step up and steer a high-performing workshop team to success? At **CarPlace Queensland**, we’re looking for a hands-on, technically savvy, and motivational **Workshop Foreman** to lead from the front and help deliver top-tier service every time a vehicle hits the floor.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, know your way around the tools and people, and love building a team that’s sharp, skilled, and energised, this could be your next big move.

**Why join CarPlace?**

Gone are the days of distrust and worry associated with used cars. We're racing towards a future where buying a car is seamless and built on trust. At CarPlace Queensland, you're not just a customer; you're the heart of our purpose: to make car buying simple, enjoyable, and stress-free.

How? By prioritising our people, both employees and customers, and exceeding expectations with empathy and transparency. Most importantly, we’re all about spreading joy, infecting everyone we connect with

**Why join our team?**

At CarPlace, we’re on a mission to build trust, ditch the stress, and make car buying feel good again. That means putting people first - our customers, and you.
- Fast-paced, people-first culture that’s anything but boring
- Opportunities to grow your skills and career - we’re here to level you up
- In-house training to keep you sharp, confident, and industry-ready
- Supportive leaders who’ve got your back
- Good vibes only - seriously, we love what we do and it shows
- A fantastic opportunity to be part of a company that’s disrupting car buying and making it anxiety-free

**About the Role**:
As our Workshop Foreman, you’ll be the driving force behind a high-functioning service team. From managing workflow and mentoring technicians to diagnosing the trickiest of faults, you’ll keep the wheels turning and the standards sky-high.

**What You’ll Be Doing**:

- Delivering excellent service to internal and external stakeholders
- Acting as the key link between Service Advisors, customers, and the workshop
- Liaising with the Workshop Controller on work status, delays, and additional repairs
- Providing expert mechanical advice and insights on vehicle conditions
- Leading and mentoring technicians and apprentices with confidence and clarity
- Troubleshooting and diagnosing complex faults using advanced diagnostic tools
- Performing and overseeing service and repair tasks as required
- Conducting quality control checks and test drives post-service
- Rolling out training sessions and maintaining technical know-how across the team
- Ensuring clear communication on service bulletins and new model updates
- Managing workshop equipment, tools, and safety protocols
- Keeping detailed records of tool usage, repairs, and preventative maintenance
- Upholding cleanliness and care standards for every vehicle
- Jumping in with admin tasks like warranty order processing when needed
- Promoting a safe, clean, and positive workshop culture

**About You - Our Kind of Teammate**:

- A **Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology** - a must have
- A **Roadworthy Certification License**:

- desirable
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire a high-performing team
- A deep understanding of automotive diagnostics and repair processes
- Confidence liaising with both customers and service staff
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
- A focus on safety, efficiency, and team development
- Experience managing workflow and maintaining workshop standards
- A genuine passion for the industry and a desire to help others grow
- You’ve got a full driver’s licence and a passion for cars

**Ready to take the next step?**

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and lead a workshop that’s buzzing with energy, teamwork, and pride, then we want you on board

CarPlace is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces and celebrates equality, cultural diversity, and inclusion.

All shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment check, including police and medical assessments.