Full-time | Permanent | FIFO 5:2 / 4:3 roster ex Darwin
A major Northern Territory project is seeking a skilled and experienced Workshop Coordinator to lead all workshop, maintenance and mechanical support operations. This pivotal role provides hands-on leadership across heavy mobile plant, light vehicles, fabrication, fuel and stores, ensuring operational readiness, compliance and performance across a diverse fleet and team.
Working closely with the Senior Manager, you'll coordinate workshop personnel, oversee maintenance schedules and budgets, and lead a safety-focused team that supports one of the region's most significant projects.
Key responsibilities:
- Oversee and coordinate daily operations of the heavy equipment and light vehicle workshop.
- Lead and mentor a team including diesel mechanics, LV mechanics, fuel servicemen and boiler makers.
- Manage preventative and reactive maintenance schedules to minimise equipment downtime.
- Oversee procurement, parts stores, fuel management and logistics.
- Administer and maintain the MEX maintenance system and related cost reports.
- Develop and manage budgets, identifying cost-saving and productivity improvement opportunities.
- Ensure workshop and field maintenance activities meet WHS, Environmental, ISO 45001 and FSC standards.
- Conduct toolbox talks, risk assessments (SWMS/JSEA) and ensure PPE and site safety compliance.
- Drive continuous improvement in workshop efficiency, fleet performance and asset reliability.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and contractors to coordinate service schedules and resource priorities.
- Support wildfire readiness and ensure all firefighting equipment is maintained to standard.
- Mentor and develop local employees, supporting workplace learning, skill development and career progression.
- Build positive cultural and community relationships that align with the project's sustainability goals.
Qualifications and experience:
- Trade and/or tertiary qualifications in mechanical or engineering fields (diesel, heavy vehicle or mobile plant).
- Minimum 10+ years' experience managing or supervising a heavy equipment or transport workshop.
- Strong working knowledge of Caterpillar, Hitachi, John Deere, and Tigercat or similar forestry/heavy plant equipment.
- Proven experience in budgeting, cost control, procurement and contractor management.
- Demonstrated ability to lead diverse technical teams and maintain operational performance in remote conditions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word; MEX or similar CMMS experience highly desirable.
- Familiarity with Safety, Environmental and Quality systems to ISO standards (ISO 45001, 14001, FSC).
- Remote work experience within forestry, mining, construction or heavy industry sectors highly regarded.
Desirable certifications:
- First Aid and CPR
- HR or MC driver's licence
- High Risk Work Licence, Working at Heights, or EWP ticket
- NT Bushfires Awareness / Emergency Response training
Personal attributes:
- Strong leadership presence with a proactive, hands-on approach.
- Communicative and collaborative, with the ability to build trust across teams and contractors.
- Highly organised, safety-driven, and solutions-oriented under pressure.
- Committed to professional integrity, continuous improvement and mentoring others.
This role offers a rare opportunity to lead workshop operations in a unique and culturally rich remote environment while supporting a project committed to environmental responsibility and sustainable land management. A competitive remuneration package, FIFO roster from Darwin and long-term stability are on offer for the right candidate.
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For a confidential discussion, please contact Claudine on 08 8947 0443.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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