This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
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In Australia, a full time Workshop Supervisor generally earns $2,200 per week ($114,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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This number of people working in this field is likely to grow strongly in coming years. There are currently 31,400 people employed in this industry in Australia and many of them specialise as a Workshop Supervisor. Workshop Supervisors may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re planning a career as a Workshop Supervisor, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Engineering. This course will develop your skills with ferrous and non-ferrous melting and casting operations, testing foundry related materials and advanced welding to code standards. A Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade may also be suitable.
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Further reading
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- AUR20820 Certificate II in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology
- MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering (Boilermaking)
- MEA40718 Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) (Component Maintenance Workshop)
- AURSS00037 Hybrid Electric Vehicle Inspection and Servicing Skill Set
- MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering (Sheet Metal)
Workshop Supervisor careers
A Workshop Supervisor oversees the daily running of a production workshop. You’ll supervise a team of staff and ensure the workshop is running safely and efficiently. Workshop Supervisors make sure work is being completed on time and to a high quality standard. You’ll deal with any problems that arise and make sure compliance issues are adhered to.
Workshop Supervisors should have strong leadership skills and a keen focus on safety. It’s important that you are organised and can manage your time well. You may have to manage several tasks at one time in this role. Workshop Supervisors must have good communication skills and be able to liaise with people from a range of backgrounds.
