Workshop Manager

5 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Kinetic Full time

Secure & long term employment with Australasia's leading bus operator
- Work close to home near the heart of Melbourne (North Fitzroy location)
- Zero-emission future with the biggest rollout of electric vehicles

**The opportunity**:
After a successful year of operating Melbourne's largest bus network with over 50 routes and 540 buses, we have proven that delivering safe, clean and reliable bus services to our customers is what Kinetic prides itself on. Our **Fleet Services** team plays an important part in making this a reality by performing top quality services and maintenance on a regular basis which keeps our fleet in optimum condition.

As our growth continues at a rapid pace, we are seeking a **Workshop Manager** to lead a team of Workshop Supervisors, Mechanics, Auto Electricians, Trades Assistants and Apprentices based at our flagship **North Fitzroy** depot. This is a hands-on role that's accountable for the day-to-day management of the workshop operations with the priority of keeping the team motivated and engaged to produce the best work quality whilst driving continuous improvement of all work practices.

**The boxes you'll tick**:

- A connection with our Values - Passion, Integrity, Respect, Authenticity, Humility
- Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology (or equivalent qualification)
- Minimum Medium Rigid (MR) licence.
- Proven ability in managing workshop staff as well as influencing and creating a positive work culture.
- Strong computer literacy with MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) with the ability to learn our in-house systems.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with a diverse workforce.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to perform under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

**The benefits of working with us**:

- We are Australasia's leading mass transit bus operator and are rapidly growing internationally.
- We have a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment that enables you to succeed.
- We care for our people and provide an Employee Assistance Program which includes wellbeing support, financial and nutritional coaching, counselling, and legal advice.
- We offer secure and long-term employment with genuine career progression opportunities.
- We have free on-site car parking available for all employees.

**About us**:
Kinetic is Australia and New Zealand's largest and most diverse bus operator, moving more than **100 million** passengers per year across some of the most recognisable names in bus transport. We deliver these services through our team of over **7300 people** and fleet of over **4900 buses**.

As a business who genuinely cares about our **customers**, our **people**, and our **environment**, we are industry leaders in delivering zero-emission technology, investing in our communities, training and developing our people, and providing an inclusive workplace which reflects the communities we serve.

**How you apply**:
Kinetic is proud to be an **Equal Opportunity Employer** and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified persons of all sexualities, genders and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, to apply.

If you are ready for an exciting career with Kinetic then click the **'Apply'** button now

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