Job Description

You put people at the heart and take pride in the impact of your work.

You've been developing your skills and are ready to work on projects that matter to the people of NSW. You know that quality matters and that delivering results requires a great team.

In this role:

You'll be responsible for providing a multi-disciplinary service capability in a specialist trade/engineering discipline. The role is also responsible for the local management of workshop staff and ensuring all matters relating to Fleet’s mechanical and fabrication services are achieved per time, quality and project scope requirements.

The role will also work to ensure the TfNSW fleet asset and the designated workshop areas are maintained per legislative requirements.

The Workshop Supervisor role will be responsible for:

• Leading and developing workshop teams to achieve performance, safety, quality and cost targets, while identifying skill gaps and providing coaching, training and support.
• Managing the Workshop Management System by scheduling work, allocating resources, monitoring procurement and repairs, and maintaining accurate fleet maintenance records and financial data.
• Delivering hands-on technical guidance and training by troubleshooting complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and fabrication issues and supporting tradespeople, apprentices and administrative staff.
• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders by coordinating mechanical services, communicating effectively and managing client expectations within tight timeframes.
• Driving workshop efficiency and compliance by preparing repair estimates, monitoring budgets and performance, and ensuring adherence to WHS, environmental and industry regulatory requirements.

This is an ongoing full-time role located at Goulburn.

TfNSW take the WH&S and the management of fatigue of our employees seriously therefore to be eligible for this role it is a requirement that you must reside within a reasonable distance from your identified Headquarters/Depot.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

You are a highly motivated Workshop Supervisor with supervisory and leadership experience within a small-medium team environment.

You have extensive experience in scheduling repair, maintenance and servicing of earthmoving plant, trucks and small equipment including the qualifications to become an Authorised Inspection Station Examiner/Proprietor.

You hold a relevant Trade qualification in a field related to earthmoving plant and equipment repairs and possess a MVRIC licence as a Motor Mechanic.

You are an effective team manager who is customer focused, demonstrates drive and commitment, has effective communication, negotiation skills and the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.

Your ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, workshop manuals and hydraulic system diagrams will be imperative for this position.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

This is an in-person, on-site role.

Apply today

Applications close 11:59 PM Wednesday 30 September 2026

For any enquiries, please contact John Roberts at JOHN.ROBERTS@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW

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