Mechanical Supervisor

Frontline Recruitment Group · Wollongong & Illawarra Area NSW · Full time
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Mechanical Supervisor

Frontline Recruitment Group
~$80k - $100k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Supervise day-to-day mechanical operations including pump systems and maintenance activities.
  • Lead and coordinate a team of mechanical tradespeople while providing hands-on technical support.
  • Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety procedures and improve equipment reliability.

Are you an experienced Mechanical Supervisor with a strong background in pumps and mechanical maintenance? This is an opportunity to step into a hands-on leadership role with an established Australian business, overseeing mechanical operations and supporting a team in a technical environment.

Based in Unanderra, this permanent full-time position will suit someone who combines strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to lead a team, troubleshoot issues and keep operations running efficiently.

The Role

  • Supervise day-to-day mechanical operations, including pump systems and maintenance activities.
  • Provide hands-on technical support, troubleshooting and fault-finding.
  • Lead, support and coordinate a team of mechanical tradespeople.
  • Plan and coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs.
  • Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
  • Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability.
  • Maintain compliance with workplace health and safety procedures.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

  • Proven experience working with pumps, pumping systems and mechanical equipment.
  • Previous experience supervising or leading a mechanical team.
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience coordinating maintenance schedules, repairs and daily workloads.
  • A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example.
  • A strong commitment to workplace safety and operational efficiency.
  • Good communication and organisational skills.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Mechanical trade qualification, such as Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting), or equivalent.
  • Experience in an industrial, workshop or operational maintenance environment.
  • Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
  • Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain these.

What's on Offer?

  • Permanent full-time employment.
  • A hands-on leadership role where your technical expertise is valued.
  • The opportunity to lead a team and contribute to the performance of mechanical operations.
  • Convenient location in Unanderra, NSW.

If you're a mechanically minded leader with solid pump experience and are ready for your next step, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more about this opportunity.
Reference number: 1237590
Profession:Trades & ServicesFitters, Turners & Machinists

Company: Frontline Recruitment
Date posted: 22nd Oct, 2026

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Skills

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Mechanical equipmentMechanical troubleshootingOrganisational skillsPractical mechanical skillsPreventative maintenancePump systemsTeam leadershipTroubleshootingWorkplace safety

Licenses & certifications

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Certificate iii in engineering - mechanical trade (fitting)First aid and cpr certification

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