Workshop Supervisor | Dandenong

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is a global brand providing a variety of machinery for the Construction, Mining and Forestry industries. At the heart of HCA's trusted and reliable equipment lies a team of talented and dedicated people committed to providing industry-leading machinery and solutions.

The Opportunity

Hitachi is actively seeking a highly motivated individual to join the team in the position of Workshop Supervisor for Dandenong Branch. Reporting to the Workshop Manager you will be responsible for planning, organising and supervising the Dandenong Workshop operations to meet customer requirements, while working closely with Workshop Manager to achieve department budgets and allotted KPI's.

As a key member of the team you will also be responsible for:

• Maintain work schedules to ensure efficient utilisation of equipment and resources
• Be responsible for the day to day activities of workshop personnel and ensure labour is used most effectively
• Liaise with both internal and external stakeholders pertaining to customers, machine performance, product, workmanship, and warranty
• Ensure HCA employees and contractors comply with all WHS responsibilities and that a safety first culture is a consistent behaviour within the department

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Relevant diesel or mobile plant mechanic trade qualifications
• Similar supervisory experience with strong leadership skills and the ability to get the team to work cohesively
• Demonstrated safety focus with a strong understanding of WHS principles
• Experience in the maintenance of mining & construction equipment (Hitachi exposure would be a distinct advantage)
• Excellent time management with the ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities
• The ability to use initiative to contribute and support continuous improvement, and drive change

Benefits

What's in it for you? We are offering:

• $$$ A competitive salary package + super + tool of trade vehicle + potential to earn bi-annual bonuses!
• A permanent long term career in a growing business
• Discounted health insurance premiums & access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive management who value your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving success
• Be a part of a leading OEM which genuinely values and ensures you are happy and safe at work!

Here at Hitachi, we believe that success comes from the partnership of our market-leading products and the quality of our people. We are an equal opportunity employer, do not discriminate on any basis and wholeheartedly value diversity at our company.