At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a diverse team and oversee workshop operations for high-quality assembly processes.
- Company: Join WesTrac, a leading Cat® equipment dealer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, wellness discounts, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with excellent career growth and a positive workplace culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a supportive environment while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Leadership experience preferred; a willingness to learn and grow is essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Reporting to the Area Manager – CRC Power Train, the Workshop Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day management and oversight, leadership, support, and mentoring of the Final Drive Workshop, ensuring a high level of safety focus through actions that support a zero-harm culture. This role will be offered on a Full-Time basis.
Roster: Monday - Friday roster working 10hr shifts and 1 Saturday per quarter
Location: Guildford, WA
What you’ll do:
- Lead and supervise a diverse team, including Trade Assistants, Technicians, Plant Mechanics, and Apprentices.
- Oversee daily workshop operations, including execution of component builds within the CRC to CAT specifications.
- Take ownership of assembly processes for Final Drives & Differential products, ensuring timely execution, quality, and accurate job closure.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and implement improvement plans.
- Coach and develop staff through hands-on training and upskilling opportunities.
- Maintain compliance with company standards, safety protocols, and quality requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other workshop supervisors to optimise processes and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
- Drive cost control, efficiency improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture that promotes collaboration and growth.
- Monitor safety performance and champion positive safety behaviours across the team.
Skills and Experience:
- Experience in a Leadership position (Desirable)
- Caterpillar Systems, Parts and Product knowledge (Desirable)
- Time management, planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
- Have the demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate and lead a team & collaborate well with others.
- Technical trade qualification: Not mandatory, but advantageous
- Business acumen: Awareness of cost control and efficiency drivers is highly valued
- Coachability: A willingness to learn and grow — we’ll support you to build deeper commercial and operational knowledge
- Skilled in developing and implementing standardised processes to enhance efficiency and consistency.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on root cause analysis and sustainable solutions.
Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to:
- Financial Benefits – Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & More than 600 retail discounts such as Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
- Health & Wellness – Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family.
- Culture & Career – Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More Awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Upskilling through our award-winning WesTrac Institute.
- Employee Referral Program– Opportunity to receive a referral bonus up to $5000 for applicable roles.
- Additional Perks – Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity.
Our Company & Commitment: With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat® equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions. At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.
Reference Number: 5898
Workshop Supervisor in Guildford employer: WesTrac
WesTrac is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art laboratory in South Guildford, where you can gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology exclusive to the Asia-Pacific region. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our internal career progression programs and extensive training opportunities, all within a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion. With a range of financial benefits, health and wellness initiatives, and recognition programs, WesTrac ensures that every employee feels valued and empowered in their role.
