About the team Business Services - Fleet Maintenance and Acquisitions Unit is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and cost-effective delivery of maintenance, repairs, and modifications for the City’s extensive fleet of vehicles and equipment. The Carrara Workshop plays a critical role in keeping our fleet operational and aligned to the Fleet Business Plan. About your new role As the Supervisor Carrara Workshop, you will lead and manage two workshop teams (morning and afternoon shifts) to deliver high-quality maintenance outcomes. You will: • Ensure the safety, quality, and efficiency of all workshop operations. • Manage schedules and break-in work to meet performance targets and KPIs. • Lead, support, and develop multi-disciplinary teams of trade-qualified technicians. • Drive innovation and continuous improvement in fleet maintenance systems and processes. • Ensure compliance with business processes, health and safety standards, and reporting requirements. • Participate in the Fleet Maintenance after-hours duty roster when required. • Apply your trade skills where needed. This is a leadership role where you’ll balance hands-on expertise with strategic management to deliver results that keep the City’s fleet running smoothly. We're looking for people who have: We’re looking for someone who has: • Certificate IV in Engineering (Mechanical) or equivalent knowledge and experience (mandatory). • Experience in leading workshop teams, ideally supported by a Certificate IV in Leadership (desirable). • Workplace Health and Safety knowledge or qualifications (desirable). • Strong communication and organisational skills. • CPCCWHS1001 Construction White Card (mandatory). • Unrestricted C Class Driver Licence (mandatory). • Unrestricted HC Class Licence and Approved Examiner accreditation (desirable). Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia. We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance: 9-day fortnight Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations Personal and professional development courses Access to 350 fitness facilities through Fitness Passport 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. How to apply For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen. Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role. Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.au Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing. Contact Person Aaron Cross Contact Email across@goldcoast.qld.gov.au Closing Date Wednesday, 8 October 2025 Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date. The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
