With almost 100 years as a Caterpillar Dealer, William Adams has proudly made its mark. Together with Caterpillar, we've been there for customers - selling and servicing the best equipment in the world - on land, at sea, in construction, mining and industry.
We have a rare permanent opportunity for an experienced, capable and hands on **Machine Shop and Specialised Hydraulics Team Leader.**
This is a pivotal role within our **Dandenong **branch, where you will lead, coach and develop an assigned team of Machinists, Diesel technicians, TA's and Apprentices in the workshop.
**ABOUT THE ROLE**
As the Team Leader you will be the first point of call for our hard-working workshop and support staff. Your key objective will be to ensure all KPI's are achieved and more importantly our customers have a positive experience each time they do business with us.
This position is great for a developing leader with potential career pathways into Service, Branch and Operations Manager positions within our business.
**Daily responsibilities will include the following**:
- Supervising the workmanship and performance of Machinists, Diesel technicians, TA's and Apprentices
- Striving to continuously achieve service labour targets with repair and maintenance work
- Scheduling work and managing service work orders
- Lead, mentor and develop our apprentices
- Driving a safe work environment with a focus on continuous improvement
- Effectively manage/monitor all work in progress to achieve company benchmarks
**ABOUT YOU**
You will be a true leader with a genuine interest in motivating and inspiring a team of professionals.
**To be considered for this role you will have the following skills, experience and attributes**:
- Qualified Machinist with extensive experience (desirable)
- Highly developed communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills
- Ability to liaise with customers, peers, co-workers and all levels of management
- Excellent organisational skills and the capacity to handle several tasks simultaneously
- Previous supervisory / leadership experience in a similar role is ideal
- Intermediate computer skills including MS Office
**WHAT IS ON OFFER?...**
- A competitive base hourly rate (dependent on skill and experience) + tool and Team Leader allowance + super
- Tool Loans (interest free)
- Trade upgrade opportunities
- Earn more with overtime
- Laundered uniform & PPE provided
- Cat parts store discount
- OEM training with access to the latest technologies
- A safe work environment with excellent facilities
- Career progression opportunities
- Employee Referral Program - refer a friend & receive up to $3000
- Access to our Wellbeing portal, packed with resources and tools to support your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing
- Exclusive discounts through The Hub, boasting partnerships with over 470 retailers such as JB HI-FI, Woolworths, Flight Centre + more!
Join our passionate team who live our values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Commitment, and Sustainability.
**Want to know more?**
Call David from our Talent Acquisition Team on 03 9566 0691 with any questions.