Location: Sydney, NSW (Onsite)
Work Type: Full-Time
Remuneration: Competitive Remuneration Package + Bonus + Extensive Benefits
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a high-performing Mechanical Capability Manager to lead a team of skilled engineering and technical professionals supporting critical Australian Defence programs. Positioned within a major naval sustainment environment, this operational leadership role drives repair, maintenance, and technical support services for major and minor fleet units across Australia.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished people leader to make a direct impact on Australia’s sovereign maritime capability while championing operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team across integrated workshops, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and collaboration.
Capability & Governance: Oversee repair, maintenance, and technical execution across mechanical, propulsion, marine, and weapon systems across diverse naval platforms.
Operational Excellence: Apply LEAN and Short Interval Management principles to optimise workshop workflows, ensure trade compliance, and drive continuous improvement.
Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key technical contact for enterprise partners and defence stakeholders, delivering sustainable technical solutions on schedule and within budget.
Workforce Development: Guide career progression, technical training, and capability building across all mechanical engineering disciplines.
About You
You are a confident, hands-on leader with a strong technical foundation and a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering or maintenance teams in complex, high-reliability environments.
Experience: 10+ years leading technical, mechanical, or workshop teams (defence, heavy industry, or marine background highly regarded).
Technical Qualifications: Mechanical engineering or trade qualification, with a Diploma in Leadership and Management (or willingness to obtain within 12 months).
Methodologies: Demonstrated exposure to LEAN, continuous improvement, and safety management frameworks (OH&S).
Site Readiness: Valid Class C driver’s license and physical ability to work in shipboard environments (ladders, confined spaces, and maritime assets).
Citizenship Requirement: Must be an Australian Citizen eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Clearance.
What’s on Offer
Competitive base salary package plus superannuation and incentive bonus.
Comprehensive healthcare options, including free private medical coverage for you and your family.
Flexible working policies, novated leasing options, and extensive employee discount programs.
Direct involvement in high-value, meaningful work supporting Australia’s national security.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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