Workshop Manager
Job No:
83073
Location:
Gununa, Mornington Island, QLD
- Coordinate a variety of infrastructure and technical services for remote Local Government on Mornington Island
- Excellent remuneration package of $95,000 PLUS super, furnished accommodation with subsidised rent and 6 weeks annual leave!
- Relocation Assistance + travel costs to Mornington Island so you can explore the magnificent sights of the Top End whilst getting paid!
About Mornington Shire Council and Life on Mornington Island
Mornington Shire Council is a dynamic local government organisation tackling significant issues at a social, economic and practical level on behalf of its residents. It provides a range of services to twenty two islands of the Wellesley Group in the Gulf of Carpentaria, including Council Administration, Waste Management, Municipal Services, Sport and Recreation, Water and Sewerage Maintenance and Civil Works.
Mornington Island, the largest island in the group is located 125kms north-west of Burketown, 200kms west of Karumba and 444kms from Mount Isa. The population is estimated to be 1142 as of 2011, with the majority of the citizens living in the township of Gununa. As well as the local government offices, Gununa is also home to a child care centre and a public school (teaching up to grade 10), and is serviced by regular passenger flights from Mt Isa and Cairns as well as a barge from Karumba.
The islands are renowned for their windswept beaches lined with sea-oak trees, rocky outcrops and mangroves. The surrounding sea is abundant with fish and marine life, such as turtle and dugong. The Lardil, Kaiadilt and Yangkaal people manage a number of land and sea management projects aimed at maintaining the unique natural environment and supporting future generations to live off the land.
About the Opportunity
Mornington Shire Council has a fantastic opportunity for a full time Workshop Manager to join their supportive team based in Gununa on Mornington Island.
Reporting to the Executive Manager of Infrastructure and Technical Services, you'll be responsible for ensuring the efficient functioning of Mornington Shire Council’s Mechanical Workshop through effective management practice.
Some of your key responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):
- Planing and managing the operations of the Council Workshop;
- Developing and managing annual budgets for workshop, fleet and plant owned by Council.
- Supervising and Managing staff to ensure compliance of Council policies and procedures is followed.
- Developing relevant policies and procedure to meet changes in need and efficient workshop operations on behalf of councils.
- Managing and maintaining the Council’s fleet of vehicles and plants and equipment assets
- Operating commercially viable private works program that meets the needs of the local community; and
- Delivering ‘on the job’ training for Apprentice’s and Trainee’s and identify opportunities for further training and development.
The successful candidate will have extensive experience working with Light and Heavy vehicles as well as possess formal qualifications, including a Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology or equivalent. This experience, coupled with your well developed communication and negotiation skills will ensure you are able to effectively manage and motivate multi-disciplinary teams. You will also be able to demonstrate previous experience liaising with government and agencies, successfully developing and maintaining positive stakeholder relationships.
You’ll be an engaging and strong leader with the ability to provide effective and timely support to your teams. You will be capable of identifying skills gaps and opportunities to increase skill sets in the name of increased efficiency. Understanding the unique opportunity of working in this cross-cultural town, you can demonstrate a clear appreciation of and respect for working in Indigenous communities, ensuring appropriate sensitivity is entrenched in the team culture.
This role will suit a self-motivated person with a "can-do" attitude, who's ready to take control of the workshop, and drive growth and the improvement of services in the council.
Please note: It is a condition of employment with Mornington Shire Council that you must be an Australian Resident or hold the appropriate visa to work within Australia. Prior to commencement with Mornington Shire Council the successful candidate will be required to undertake a new criminal history check and obtain a Working with Children Blue Card. A current driver's license and the willingness to travel on occasion, is also a must.
About the Benefits
If you are looking for a change of lifestyle, a new adventure, or to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you. You'll get the chance to see and experience more of the world-famous Gulf of Carpentaria region than most people ever will - and get paid to do it!
You will be rewarded with a highly attractive salary circa $95,000 plus superannuation (commensurate with experience and qualifications) plus an excellent range of benefits including:
- 6 weeks annual leave;
- 17.5% loading;
- 15 days personal leave;
- Relocation Assistance (up to $2,000);
- Return annual airfares to Cairns or Mount Isa (2 per year);
- Furnished house with subsidised rent; and
- Access to a fully maintained motor vehicle for work use (shared).
This is a fantastic opportunity to drive, implement and improve outcomes for remote communities. Apply Now!