Team Leader - Machining and Specialised Hydraulics Dandenong, VIC
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Team Leader - Machining and Specialised Hydraulics Dandenong, Vic William Adams With almost 100 years as a Caterpillar Dealer, William Adams has proudly made its mark. Together with Caterpillar, we've been there for customers - selling and servicing the best equipment in the world - on land, at sea, in construction, mining and industry. We have a rare permanent opportunity for an experienced, capable and hands on Machine Shop and Specialised Hydraulics Team Leader. This is a pivotal role within our Dandenong branch, where you will lead, coach and develop an assigned team of Machinists, Diesel technicians, TA's and Apprentices in the workshop. ABOUT THE ROLE As the Team Leader you will be the first point of call for our hard-working workshop and support staff. Your key objective will be to ensure all KPI's are achieved and more importantly our customers have a positive experience each time they do business with us. This position is great for a developing leader with potential career pathways into Service, Branch and Operations Manager positions within our business. Daily responsibilities will include the following:
- Supervising the workmanship and performance of Machinists, Diesel technicians, TA's and Apprentices
- Striving to continuously achieve service labour targets with repair and maintenance work
- Scheduling work and managing service work orders
- Lead, mentor and develop our apprentices
- Driving a safe work environment with a focus on continuous improvement
- Effectively manage/monitor all work in progress to achieve company benchmarks
- Qualified Machinist with extensive experience (desirable)
- Highly developed communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills
- Ability to liaise with customers, peers, co-workers and all levels of management
- Excellent organisational skills and the capacity to handle several tasks simultaneously
- Previous supervisory / leadership experience in a similar role is ideal
- A competitive base hourly rate (dependent on skill and experience) + tool and Team Leader allowance + super
- Tool Loans (interest free)
- Trade upgrade opportunities
- Relocation assistance up to $5000 for eligible candidates
- Earn more with overtime
- Laundered uniform & PPE provided
- OEM training with access to the latest technologies
- A safe work environment with excellent facilities
- Career progression opportunities
- Employee Referral Program - refer a friend & receive up to $3000
- Access to our Wellbeing portal, packed with resources and tools to support your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing
- Exclusive discounts through The Hub, boasting partnerships with over 470 retailers such as JB HI-FI, Woolworths, Flight Centre + more!
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