Yardman - Workshop Administrator
Whangarei, NTL, NZ, 0110
- Work on an exciting role that makes a difference in an essential industry in NZ
- Competitive payrate + excellent benefits including Southern Cross Health Insurance
- Based in Whangarei
Enjoy career development and join Ventia’s exciting Workshop Administrator to ensure excellence within our team based in Whangarei!
What’s in it for me?
This role provides an avenue for you to develop your leadership skills and explore your potential as we continue to grow our Transport Northland business. Along with a great deal of variety which will help maintain your motivation and interest and give you a wide range of learning experiences.
- Stable, full-time, permanent employment
- Strong, supportive, and collaborative team
- Potential growth opportunities within the wider Ventia business
- Enjoy opportunities in a multinational organisation within an essential industry
- Competitive salary + health insurance + other benefits
About the Role
Reporting to the Branch Manager, this Workshop Coordinator role will suit someone who has solid and proven experience ideally in the workshop industry in New Zealand. You will provide support to all team members ensuring works are completed in accordance with contract requirements while maintaining safety, quality, budget, and timeframes. Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
- Managing and working on the Repairs and Servicing of Plants and Equipment with the workshop mechanics and operators
- Planning the servicing, condition assessment, repairs and preventative maintenance to the highest standards to ensure plant is repaired as quickly as possible to limit downtime of plant
- Ensuring plant and equipment is safe, compliant, and fit for purpose
- Arranging outsourced jobs if required and strictly monitor progress
- Ensuring workshop documentation is accurately recording, including the recording of costs of all consumable items, oils, parts and vehicle mileage
- Ensuring that the service sheets, CoF check sheets, invoices or any other relevant documents are checked and signed off within agreed timeframes
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have solid experience in Workshop works or Mechanical construction projects. Proven skills with the ability to plan ahead and problem solve will be key to your success in this role. You will also need to be a team player; self-motivated; and have a flexible and proactive approach in handling client needs; as well as the below:
- Full Class 1 NZ Drivers Licence
- A minimum of 5 years- experience in a yard/workshop administration role
- Experience with SAP is preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Trade qualified in Heavy Automotive or equivalent an advantage
- Knowledge in the construction or earthmoving industries
- Experience in a front-line leadership role
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
How to apply
Click on the “apply now” button found on this page. For further information regarding this position please contact lisa.speckmeier@skoutsolutions.com
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to undergo a pre-employment medical as well as a police check.
Reference Number 159211
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika people, LGBTTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
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