Overhaul Workshop Manager
Job No:
KGE66
Location:
Rutherford
OVERHAUL WORKSHOP MANAGER
This role is part of the team at Kings Engineering, a member company of The Bloomfield Group, a privately owned group of companies which operate in the mining and engineering sectors.
In 2023, Kings Engineering celebrated 100 years in business. It provides overhaul, repair and component rebuild, machining and fabrication services to a range of industries including tunnelling and infrastructure, rail, manufacturing and mining.
This pivotal role involves overseeing the operations of our overhaul workshop, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency in all maintenance and fabrication projects and works. If you are a proactive leader with a strong background in mechanical trades or fabrication, we encourage you to apply.
About the Role
- Coordinate with customers and workshop staff to plan and schedule current and upcoming work
- Ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations of the Overhaul Shop (Overhaul, Electrical, Fabrication and Components Teams) while seeking improvement opportunities
- Manage the costs of operating the Overhaul Shop, continuously looking for business improvement opportunities
- Conduct regular inspections of work, maintaining high-quality standards and compliance with requirements
- Oversee documentation, job management, and the development of work scopes, quotes and reports in line with customer needs
- Manager procurement and parts inventory to meet both scheduled and unscheduled job demands
- Provide technical guidance to tradespeople and support for on the job training, toolbox talks and meetings
- Participate in recruitment activities for apprentices and trades and provide continuous mentoring
About You
We are looking for a trades qualified (mechanical/electrical preferred) leader with at least 5 years' experience in both maintenance and supervision and leadership of employees. You will have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively at all levels and manage multiple projects well at the one time. You will have a strong ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, electrical and mechanical schematics, statutory requirements and maintenance concepts, ideally working with Caterpillar or other OEM equipment.
For a full list of duties and criteria please refer to the Position Description.
Benefits
- Generous salary + vehicle option + 6 weeks annual leave + 3 weeks personal leave
- Australian owned mining and engineering company
- Excellent opportunity to join an employer investing in its people and community
- Unused personal leave paid out on termination after 5 years of service
- Supportive Paid Parental Leave packages
- Educational leave and financial assistance for approved studies
- Discounted gym membership
Underpinning how we go about our work are our company values: We Care. We Deliver.
- We respect and care about the safety and wellbeing of our people, our local community and the environment.
- We work together with integrity to deliver safety, operational best practices, customer satisfaction and compliance.
This position requires an individual aligned to the Values of Bloomfield.
To Apply
To apply for the position please answer the screening questions and attach your cover letter and resume. For confidential enquiries please contact us on 4930 2600 or recruitment@bloomcoll.com.au.
Applications close Sunday 22 September 2024
In providing your CV to Bloomfield you acknowledge acceptance to be included in its recruitment processes as defined by the business and available at www.bloomcoll.com.au.
To find out more about Kings Engineering, please visit www.pwgking.com.au
The Bloomfield Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity, priding itself on an inclusive workplace. All applicants must be able to evidence their Right to Work in Australia.