Workshop and Maintenance Manager - Heavy Plant and Machinery

We are looking for an experienced, mechanically qualified Workshop and Maintenance Manager to oversee workshop operations and maintenance of a diverse fleet of heavy mobile plant and machinery, supporting the steel, mining and bulk materials handling industries.This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong mechanical background and an excellent understanding of preventative and corrective maintenance, machinery fault-finding and breakdown repairs. You will be responsible for ensuring equipment is maintained to a high standard, minimising downtime and improving reliability and performance.Key responsibilities include:Planning and overseeing preventative maintenance, servicing and inspections.Managing corrective maintenance, breakdowns, fault diagnosis and repairs.Providing technical support and leadership to workshop technicians.Coordinating workloads, maintenance schedules and parts requirements.Monitoring maintenance costs and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.Ensuring safe working practices and compliance with relevant regulations.Essential requirements:A recognised mechanical qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Plant Maintenance, Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or a related discipline.Strong practical experience maintaining and repairing heavy plant, machinery or industrial equipment.A thorough understanding of preventative and corrective maintenance.Excellent mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills, including knowledge of hydraulic, ..... full job details .....