Current Vacancies

Hose Assembly Supervisor

  • Branch Caboolture
  • Tenure Full Time
  • Closing November 6, 2024

Taipan is proud to be one of the top 10 hydraulic companies in Australia, and we’re experiencing rapid growth! 

So much so that we are in need of filling a new role to oversee our hose assembly department.

Our ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in hose assembly, accompanied by strong leadership skills, technical expertise and be able to handle both people and processes efficiently.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Lead the Team: Guide the hose assembly crew to hit production targets.
  • Plan and Assign: Organize tasks for technicians to keep production smooth.
  • Quality Control: Keep an eye on the assembly process to meet quality standards.
  • Solve Problems: Fix any issues on the assembly line quickly.
  • Develop Skills: Train and mentor staff to boost their skills.
  • Team Up with Sales: Work closely with the sales team.
  • Customer Communication: Ensure customers’ expectations are met.
  • Manage Inventory: Keep track of inventory levels.
  • Safety First: Make sure everyone follows safety procedures.
  • Report Progress: Provide regular updates on production performance.

To be successful you’ll need some or all of the following: 

  • Proven experience in hose assembly, manufacturing, or a related field.
  • Previous supervisory or team lead experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of hose assembly processes, tools, and materials.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions quickly.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
  • Basic Excel skills required

The perks

We believe that if you are fulfilled and happy in your personal life, this will reflect in your work, so we have recently implemented a Dreams Program to help you reach your personal goals. We have a team of financial experts that have joined forces with Taipan to give our staff free 1 on 1 sessions with professional money coaches that can help people at all stages of life. 

As well as this, we can also appreciate a job well done and show this through annual salary reviews and opportunities for career progression. We always aim to promote from within, so wherever you start, you can have an exciting career path ahead of you, in fact, 90% of our Leadership Team started in lower-level roles and moved their way up!

A few more of our perks include:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Monthly staff lunches and morning teas 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Closed over Christmas!
  • You’ll receive a tonne of Taipan merch!
  • A dedicated Training Team to ensure you have all the skills you need to succeed at Taipan
  • Quarterly personal development sessions
  • Regular personal development seminars and training
  • Team events
  • Free onsite parking
  • Stable employment at a rapidly growing company with plenty of room to grow

Who are we?

We are an Australian-owned business specialising in Hydraulic hose and fittings that have been in operation for 30+ years and have 5 branches across the country. 

Our company mission? Simple: Create a base of raving fans. 

And guess who’s front and centre in this fan club? Yep, our amazing staff!

Apply today with your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a goof fit for the role!

Applications for this position close November 6, 2024

Application for: Hose Assembly Supervisor

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