Workshop Controller
Job Summary
About Us
At Splendwereon a mission to fundamentally change the way people own andoperatea vehicle. With a strategic focus on rideshare we provide our customers with straightforward no-strings-attached access to vehicle ownership. But wearentjust about fast-tracking the transition to green mobility leading the way globally in reducing the carbon footprint of the transportation sector by transitioning our fleet to electric vehicles.
Aboutthe role
As a Workshop Controller youll play a critical role in ensuring our fleet maintenance operations run safely efficiently and at the highest quality standard at our Port Melbourne Hub. Reporting to the National Maintenance Manager youll coordinate workshop activities manage throughput and ensure resources are allocated effectively to maximise vehicle uptime and customer satisfaction.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical background who thrives on organisation accountability and continuous improvement.
What youll be doing
- Managing workshop organisation bay allocation shift planning and work scheduling
Coordinating job flow to achievetimelyturnaround andfirsttimequality repairs
Enforcing standard operating procedures andmaintaininghigh housekeeping standards
Ensuring safety compliance through risk assessments hazard identification and lockout/tagout procedures
Monitoring KPIs including turnaround times quality outcomes and maintenance efficiency
Controlling maintenance costs through planned maintenance standard job plans and OEM/warranty support
Managing supplier interactions including parts orderingleadtimecoordination and performance monitoring
Supporting budgeting forecasting and demand planning activities
Driving continuous improvement through process mapping root cause analysis and SOP development
What youll bring
2 years in workshop or service operations with at least 2 years in a supervisory or control role
Handsontechnical experience in mechanical electrical automotive or equipment maintenance
Proven ability to manage workshop scheduling resource allocation and job throughput
Experience with cost controlKPIdrivenperformance management and budgeting
Exposure to parts/inventory control suppliers and external vendor management
Strong understanding of safety systems compliance and incident investigation
Demonstrated experience implementing process improvements (Lean TPM or similar frameworks)
Benefits & Support
Bonus scheme: Opportunity to earn based on your performance
Day off for your Birthday!
Salary packaging with 15% employer contributions for Electric Vehicles
Dedicated Learning & Development platform
Employee Assistance Program
Socials: budget for team andcompany widesocial initiatives
Our Process
Intro with our Talentteamtounderstandyour backgroundaspirationsand answer your questions.
Interview withthe hiringmanagerto discuss your experience and how it alignswith this role
Where it applieswellask you to complete a practical case study
Final interview to discussSplendslong-term vision and to check any remaining questions.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Splend we value diversity and inclusion and consider it key to our success. Were dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone is respected and supported. We celebrate differences in race gender age sexual orientation religion and ability seeking diverse perspectives to drive us forward.
If this role sounds like you but youre not quite sure if you meet every requirement apply anyway. Were interested in the whole person - your attitude your potential and what youd bring to the team - not just a checklist of credentials. Wed rather hear from you than have you talk yourself out of it.
When you apply let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to accommodate you during the interview process.
About Company
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