Workshop Manager

The Opportunity:

Brand new opportunity has been created to lead our Workshop over two sites located at Truganina and Albion.

With outstanding leadership skills and technical knowledge, some of the key outcomes for this
position include:

• Ensure an effective change management process, including the planning and execution of any
  physical move of depot locations, efficient staff management and the establishment of new
  systems of work to ensure the strategic delivery of safe, reliable and roadworthy vehicles in line
  with Bus Safety standards.
• Foster a positive, safety-conscious, and customer-centric culture within the workshop / paintshop.
• Inspire and manage your team, driving a culture that prioritises safety, productivity and
  collaboration.
• Manage the overall operations of the service workshop / paintshop including workflow,
  resource allocation, quality standards, efficient turnaround times of all vehicle maintenance
  tasks.
• Management of financial budgets and assets to ensure controlled expenditure and best value
  for money and quality.
• Ensure compliance and leadership with health and safety regulations and established policies
  and procedures.

To be successful in this role you must have:

• Hold a heavy vehicle trade certificate with valid MR/HR licence.
• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to provide hands-on guidance to the workshop /
  paintshop team.
• Demonstrated experience diagnosing and rectifying complex issues across all bus systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills.
• Proven track record of leading and motivating a team to achieve operational excellence.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively
  across departments.

Benefits of working with CDC Victoria:

• Uniform provided
• Access to discounted gym memberships via Fitness Passport
• Access to cheaper Health Insurance
• Novated leasing available
• Inclusive and supportive team environment
• Backed by a large multinational organisation with established training programs, structures, and procedures.

About Us:

As one of the largest private bus operators across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria, CDC Victoria is in the business of “Linking People, Places and Communities”.

With a fleet of 750 buses and coaches, we employ over 1400 staff from 80 diverse nations, and operate out of 8 depots – in Ballarat, Geelong, Mildura and Broken Hill, Oakleigh, Sunshine, Tullamarine. Westmeadows and Wyndham, which incorporates our Head Office.

We serve the community by providing essential public transport and offering reliable charter services to schools, sporting groups and other recreational groups within Victoria.

If you are a passionate individual, looking for an opportunity to join our growing and exciting industry, please apply by submitting your Resume and a Cover Letter via the link below.

CDC is an equal-opportunity employer committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We encourage and welcome applications from all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people with a disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Don't miss out on being part of creating something new and leading the way. Apply now.