Looking for your next opportunity? Contribute your knowledge and skills to our team! We’re currently seeking a highly experienced individual who is reliable and passionate in leading a team on a daily basis and is capable of driving forward Penrith depots’ transition to an all electric bus fleet. This key role will assist in ongoing support of innovative practices as we continue to strive towards being an industry leader in the maintenance of our fleet. Come on board with Busways as a Workshop Supervisor at our Penrith depot. What We Offer:Earning Potential: $120,000-$130,000Ongoing Training and Development: Including in-house Heavy Vehicle Brake courses presented by a registered TAFE teacherExposure to Advanced Technologies: Work on a range of vehicles, including Electric Vehicles, and Euro 5 & 6 technologiesLicence Upgrade Opportunities: Upgrade from a car licence to MR licence, with costs covered by the companyCareer Progression: The chance to fulfil higher duties or undertake additional rolesBenefit Programs: Fitness passport, Novated Lease options, Employee Assistance Programs and moreTeam Environment: Work in a close knit, team-oriented environment with quarterly BBQs to celebrate togetherEmployee Referral Programs: Opportunity to earn a cash bonus for successfully referring qualified candidates for selected positionsOpal Card: Enjoy the convenience of an Opal card, allowing for free unlimited travel in the Sydney Metro regionRole Responsibilities: Reporting to the Regional Workshop Manager, this role requires you to have a mature and professional approach with excellent communication skills. Your main duties will include:Coordinating human resource matters in the areas of rosters and leave planning that complement the depot’s maintenance plans and day to day depot operationsPlan, coordinate and supervise supply and warranty activities, monitor inventory holdings so that staff have access to materials and equipment required to perform all fleet maintenance activitiesManage and supervise day to day depot maintenance activities undertaken by depot maintenance employees and contractors including providing supervision to all workshop staffPlan and allocate repair resources for all scheduled maintenance service activities, including the allocation of staff to assist with heavy vehicle inspections, to complete work when required and to maximise the availability of buses to meet the operational needs of the depotEnsure timely and accurate service work is performed by the workshop staff including providing sufficient staff to perform workshop tasksEnsure the workshop operates within the guidelines of WH&S standards and the workshop is kept to a clean standardSupervise and manage training requirements for apprentices and staff ensuring that all staff have adequate capabilities and training to perform their necessary tasksEnsure all accident damage is reported and repaired as requiredAssist in Penrith depots transition to an all-electric bus fleetOur workshop staff play a critical role within the business to ensure our ever-evolving fleet of vehicles are continually maintained to the highest standard to keep our staff and passengers safe out on the road.You can expect to be provided with all necessary training, this will include relevant information about our various makes and models of vehicles to ensure a thorough understanding of standards required to meet contract obligations.About Us: Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and the most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering high-performing transport services since 1942. As the first choice for realworld solutions, we provide public bus services on behalf of state governments. Our team of 2,800 operates 1,350 buses and 53 million journeys annually.The Successful Applicant Will:Hold the relevant trade qualifications (MVTC) essentialExperience in a similar role with the same level of responsibilities would be highly regardedMinimum 3 - 5 years working as a Heavy Vehicle Diesel MechanicHave experience in training and mentoring apprentices to help them learn their trade Ensure adherence and understanding to WHS regulations and relevant company policiesPossess strong verbal and written communication skillsHave experience working in a team environment on daily maintenance and repair schedulesApply a proactive approach with a drive for continuous improvementBe physically fit to carry out the necessities of the roleBe an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have unrestricted working rights in AustraliaHold a current Unrestricted Australian drivers licence issued by the relevant State Highly Regarded but Not Necessary:Medium Rigid (MR) or above Australian drivers licenceCertificate III or IV in Automotive Electrical Technology (or equivalent)Manufacturer-specific training for BEB busses e.g., Yutong, BYD, Volvo, Scania, Custom Denning, etc.Safe work on Electric Vehicles - AS 5732:2022Battery Electric Bus (BEB) Experience, including but not limited to:Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) safety and fire response trainingIsolation and de-energization proceduresThermal Runaway and Emergency response trainingBattery Management System (BMS) monitoring and troubleshootingWorkshop Scheduling for BEB-specific servicing needsApply now: Applications can be submitted by clicking 'Apply Now' or sending an email to: recruitment@busways.com.auFor any queries about the role please contact the Group Asset Manager, Fleet: Vincent Moodley on 0438 537 911 Busways is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from diverse social, cultural, and gender backgroundsNo agency applications, please.
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Penrith
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