Workshop Supervisor

Company description:

"There are qualities which lead to success. Courage, perseverance, the ability to dream and to preserve." - Soichiro Honda

At Honda Australia, our curiosity about human beings drives us to create products that deliver joy to people's lives. It is our continual pursuit of dreams, inspiring philosophy, and commitment to customers that establish the spirit of Honda. As a company built on dreams, our associates are passionate and inquisitive, and dedicated to putting the customer at the centre of everything it is we do. We produce some of Australia's most recognised cars, motorcycles and power products, and are backed by a huge global footprint - there really is no company like us.

Job description:

Reporting to the Technical Training and Workshop Manager, you'll take charge of the daily operations of our Motorcycles and Power Products workshop, ensuring every task meets the highest standards of service and quality.

In this dynamic position, you'll be the driver of the workshop, coordinating schedules, overseeing timely completion of activities, and submitting key reports that keep everything running smoothly. You'll also play a pivotal supervisory role, guiding and supporting workshop associates to deliver their best work every day.

Profile description:

How you'll make an impact

• Lead daily workshop operations, including job scheduling, capacity planning, stock control, and team supervision
• Manage workshop finances in alignment with departmental budgets and approvals
• Prepare and support operational reports for analysis and decision-making
• Oversee product and parts movement, especially between the Melbourne Product Warehouse and the workshop
• Ensure accurate documentation of labour, parts, and job notes in the Dealership Management System (DMS) and Repair Orders (RO), and coach technicians as needed
• Process warranty claims for workshop warranty repairs and far-reaching recalls
• Maintain workshop standards, including cleanliness, equipment upkeep, OHS compliance, and coordination with other departments

What you'll bring to Honda

• 8+ years of relevant expeirence with proven supervisory experience
• Trades Certificate (Mechanical) is essential
• Sound knowledge of waste management, oil/chemical skills, wash bay management and emergency response
• Proven experience leading and coaching a team of workshop-based professionals
• Working knowledge of Office 365
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Competent written and verbal communications skills

We offer:

The Honda Experience

• Attractive lease programs - vehicles & motorcycles
• Product discounts - vehicles, motorcycles, power equipment, accessories & merchandise
• Free loan program for lawn and garden equipment (Victorian Associates)
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Paid Parental Leave
• Exciting Engagement Activities - Associates Day, end of year activities & divisional offsites
• Employee Assistance Program for associates & immediate family members
• Wellbeing support - Wellbeing Day, Trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Cultural Flex Days - substitute two public holidays
• Access to professional development courses
• Onsite Gym
• Free parking

Why join Honda Australia?

At Honda, Respect for the Individual is the fundamental belief in the uniqueness of all human beings. We strive to nurture and promote each other's capacity to think, reason and create. At Honda, we understand that each individual has something to contribute to our success.

Honda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support our Employees in an open, inclusive environment and give each individual the opportunity to realise their dreams. When you join Honda, you'll be part of a passionate, diverse group who truly enjoy what we do That's the Honda way.

Experience The Power of Dreams for yourself

Applicants must satisfactorily complete a National Criminal Records check to undertake this role.

If you are interested in the position and feel your skills match the criteria for the role, we would like to hear from you.