About Select Plant Australia

Select Plant Australia is one of the largest Specialist Plant Hire service providers in Australia, playing an integral role in the delivery of a wide variety of innovative, high-quality construction projects as part of the Laing O'Rourke Group. Our primary driver is to guarantee the provision of the highest quality plant and associated services to Laing O'Rourke construction projects and the wider market.

Select Plant Australia provides a full service offering through its seven major categories: Cranes and Lifting Solutions, General Plant, Heavy Plant, Site Solutions (Buildings and Accommodation), Specialist Rail, Sustainability and Innovation, and Vehicles.

As Laing O'Rourke has grown into a $6 billion engineering enterprise dedicated to challenging and changing the face of construction worldwide, Select Plant Australia has mirrored the growth of the parent company, servicing a larger portfolio of projects, both in numbers and complexity. Select Plant Australia is the only total solutions provider within the plant industry and continues to grow and maintain one of the broadest plant ranges and capabilities within its global markets.

About the role

We are currently seeking an experienced workshop manager who holds a trade qualified Certificate 3 in Heavy Diesel Mechanics. This permanent full-time position will be based out of our Sunshine West, VIC depot.

The purpose of this role is to oversee the full operations of the workshop including profit and loss performance, team leadership, infrastructure and all Select assets. It essentially ensures the delivery of high-quality service to customers in the region.

Key responsibilities

• Use workforce planning and forecasting tools to identify and secure a skilled labour pool to meet current and future project needs.
• Leading daily workshop pre-start meetings.
• Ensure recruitment processes are followed, including interviews, reference checks, qualifications, SWMS, EBA compliance, medicals, and drug & alcohol testing.
• Build and maintain a high-performing team that aligns with company values and culture.
• Maintain an up-to-date Skills Matrix and collaborate with the HC team to support career development and succession planning.
• Drive continuous improvement of the fleet and workshop infrastructure, recommending upgrades and identifying opportunities to expand services and secure new work.
• Provide timely, accurate reports to the management team with clear, informed recommendations.

About you

• Trade-qualified with a Certificate III in Heavy Diesel Mechanics.
• Over 10 years of hands-on experience in the mechanical trade, with an understanding of workshop operations and asset maintenance.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role managing workshop performance, resources, and service delivery.
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing teams of trade-qualified professionals in high-demand environments.
• Proven track record in managing high-performing workshops, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. 

Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at

https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.