Workshop Leading Hand

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Workshop Leading Hand to oversee our Fremantle workshop operations. This hands-on leadership role will manage fabrication activities, workshop resources, and mobilisation of project materials and equipment to sites across WA. This position is predominantly workshop-based in Fremantle; however, flexibility is required to support Perth-based project sites and occasional remote work trips, typically for periods of 1–3 days.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily workshop operations
• Supervise fabricators, carpenters, and warehouse personnel
• Manage workshop stock and project materials
• Work with Operations Manager on construction operations in the workshop ensuring they run to schedule
• Coordinate plant, vehicle servicing, and repairs
• Be competent mechanically to complete vehicle repairs
• Liaise with Operations Manager and organise mobilisation of materials and fabricated items to projects
• Coordinate asset maintenance of rigging, electrical and fire equipment at workshop and work site
• Monitor progress and provide weekly project updates
• Ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality workshop performance

About you

• Trade qualification in a construction-related field
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role
• HR Driver's Licence
• White Card
• High Risk Work Licences (LF, RI, DG, CV)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Sound understanding of HSEQ requirements

About us

Ellett Contracting is a specialised civil construction company delivering turnkey projects throughout regional Western Australia. Specialising in the agricultural sector, we provide civil, concrete, mechanical, and structural design, supply, and installation services. Our reputation is built on quality workmanship, innovation, and a practical, solutions-focused approach.

Benefits

• Permanent full-time position
• Competitive hourly rate ($65-$75/hr)
• Diverse and interesting projects across WA
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing business