Supervisor Fleet Design

Supervisor Fleet Design

Location: Marsden Park, NSW 2765
Contract: 6 months with possible extension
Hours: Full-time, 5 days per week, 35 hours
Rate: $81.82 per hour + superannuation

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Supervisor Fleet Design for a six-month contract opportunity based in Marsden Park, with a possible extension.

This role will lead and coordinate projects involving the design and development of firefighting and specialised fleet and appliances, combining technical project delivery with hands-on team supervision.

The supervisory component is a key part of the role, with responsibility for leading and supporting two direct reports while coordinating engineering activities, stakeholders, suppliers and technical deliverables.

The successful candidate may also have the opportunity to apply for the position should it be advertised as a permanent role during or following the interim engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate fleet design and development projects from planning through implementation.
• Coordinate engineering tasks, technical specifications and project deliverables.
• Supervise, mentor and develop two direct reports.
• Manage project planning, resources, costs, risks and reporting.
• Review vehicle designs, drawings, specifications and relevant standards.
• Identify and manage technical, safety, quality and financial risks.
• Work closely with engineers, technicians, suppliers, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for fleet innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ensure fleet solutions are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.
• Provide technical and operational guidance to support project outcomes.
• Build effective relationships across technical, operational and stakeholder groups.

About You

We are ideally looking for candidates with experience in some or all of the following:

• Mechanical, automotive or supply chain engineering.
• Emergency services and/or defence environments.
• Heavy vehicles and/or specialised vehicles.
• Vehicle design, engineering or fleet-related projects.
• AutoCAD, Autodesk or similar drafting/design software.
• Supervisory or technical leadership experience.
• Project management, technical problem solving and risk management.
• Working with engineers, technicians, suppliers and contractors.

Experience in an emergency services environment is desirable. However, candidates with strong defence, heavy vehicle or specialised fleet experience may also be considered where their skills are transferable.

An Advanced Diploma in a relevant technical field, such as mechanical, civil, electrical or mechatronic engineering, or equivalent technical expertise, is desirable.

What We Offer

• 6-month contract with possible extension
• Full-time hours, 5 days per week, 35 hours.
• Marsden Park location.
• Opportunity to lead specialised fleet and vehicle projects with a strong community focus.
• Senior supervisory responsibility with two direct reports.
• Competitive government-aligned hourly rate of $81.82 per hour, plus superannuation.
• Potential opportunity to apply for the position if it progresses to a permanent appointment.

Mandatory Requirement

All successful candidates, whether contracted or permanent, will be required to complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC).

Any additional mandatory licences, certifications or security requirements will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

Apply Now

If you have a background in fleet, heavy vehicles, specialised vehicles, automotive, engineering, defence, emergency services or technical project delivery, and have the leadership capability to supervise a small team, we would like to hear from you.

Apply now with your updated resume outlining your relevant technical, fleet, project and supervisory experience.