Job no: 493466
Work type: Permanent full time
Location: Mt Kuring-Gai, Edwardstown, Bayswater
Categories: Fleet
Aerial Access is seeking a strategic and experienced National Maintenance Manager to lead the performance and operations of our workshops across Australia. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for ensuring our fleet of trucks, elevated work platforms (EWPs), and specialised plant equipment is maintained to the highest standards of safety, reliability, and efficiency.

In this role, you will oversee all state-based workshops, ensuring maintenance operations are aligned with contractual service agreements and schedules. Leading a team of State Maintenance Managers and workshop staff, you will drive excellence in service delivery, compliance, and continuous improvement.
With more than 650 pieces of equipment, our Fleet Services Division is the engine room of our operations. Our major maintenance depots in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Hobart are critical to supporting our national vegetation management operations. These workshops are staffed by over 30 skilled mechanics, who work collaboratively to ensure our fleet is always ready to meet the needs of our business and the communities we serve.

In this role, you will:

• Champion effective communication and provide leadership, guidance, and support to State Maintenance Managers.
• Ensure all fleet vehicles and equipment are serviced and maintained in line with schedules and compliance requirements.
• Uphold high standards of workmanship, focusing on quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct regular fleet audits and ensure timely implementation of remedial actions.
• Identify and implement best practices across all workshop operations.
• Ensure full compliance with OHS, environmental legislation, and company policies.
• Maintain optimal workshop resources – including tools, equipment, and personnel.
• Monitor workshop performance to ensure timely, safe, and efficient service delivery.
• Provide expert technical support to mechanics and workshop managers.
• Assist in fleet procurement, analysis, and retirement planning in collaboration with the National Fleet Manager.
• Negotiate favourable terms with preferred suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Undertake additional tasks as directed by the National Fleet Manager.