As a Mechanical Engineer responsible for operations at our motor and gearbox overhaul workshop, you will lead and manage all engineering aspects of mechanical overhaul activities to support efficient, safe, and high-quality maintenance and re-build of motors, gearboxes, and associated rotating equipment. You will ensure operational excellence through engineering analysis, process optimisation, maintenance strategy development, and technical support across the workshop. Key Responsibilities Operational &Engineering Leadership Plan, organise, and supervise the daily operations of the motor and gearbox overhaul workshop to ensure effective workflow, quality outcomes, and safety compliance. Analyse operational processes, workshop layout, tooling and equipment utilisation to improve throughput and reduce downtime. Direct the assembly, disassembly, inspection, and testing of motors, reduction gearboxes, and mechanical systems, ensuring work meets engineering and safety standards. Establish standards, procedures, and best practices for overhaul processes, quality assurance, inspection, and preventive maintenance. Technical & Maintenance Engineering Develop maintenance schedules, overhaul methodologies, and root-cause analysis (RCA) processes to optimise reliability and extend equipment life. Provide technical engineering support for diagnosing mechanical faults, defining repair strategies, and specifying corrective actions. Review and prepare engineering documentation including work instructions, inspection criteria, technical drawings, and reports. Ensure compliance with industry standards, relevant Australian Standards, and workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements. Continuous Improvement & Quality Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across workshop processes to increase efficiency, reduce defects, and enhance performance. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as turnaround time, rework rates, and maintenance costs, generating actionable insights. Team & Stakeholder Collaboration Work with senior leadership to align engineering operations with business goals and customer expectations. Mentor and support workshop technicians, mechanics, and apprentices, fostering a safety-oriented and skilled workforce. Liaise with suppliers, clients, and external engineering partners for specialised repairs, technical support, and external services. Selection Criteria Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Experience - at least 2 years relevant full-time experience, lead position preferred. Technical Skills - Strong understanding of mechanical systems, failure analysis, overhaul techniques, and workshop tooling. Proficiency with engineering documentation, technical reports, and mechanical drawings. Workplace Skills - Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and compliance; Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Work Conditions - This role involves onsite activities at the workshop. May include exposure to mechanical maintenance environments and workshop conditions. Should you are interested in this role, please apply.
