About Us
At Splend, we’re on a mission to fundamentally change the way people own and operate a vehicle. With a strategic focus on Rideshare, we provide our customers straight forward, no strings attached access to vehicle ownership.
But we aren’t just about vehicle ownership; We are also fast-tracking the transition to green mobility, and we are leading the way globally in reducing the carbon footprint of the transportation sector by transitioning our fleet to electric vehicles.
As a Workshop Controller, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring our fleet maintenance operations run safely, efficiently, and at the highest quality standard. Reporting to the National Maintenance Manager, you’ll coordinate workshop activities, manage throughput, and ensure resources are allocated effectively to maximise vehicle uptime and customer satisfaction.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical background who thrives on organisation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Managing workshop organisation, bay allocation, shift planning, and work scheduling
Coordinating job flow to achieve timely turnaround and first‑time quality repairs
Enforcing standard operating procedures and maintaining high housekeeping standards
Ensuring safety compliance through risk assessments, hazard identification, and lockout/tagout procedures
Monitoring KPIs including turnaround times, quality outcomes, and maintenance efficiency
Controlling maintenance costs through planned maintenance, standard job plans, and OEM/warranty support
Managing supplier interactions, including parts ordering, lead‑time coordination, and performance monitoring
Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and demand planning activities
Driving continuous improvement through process mapping, root cause analysis, and SOP development
2+ years in workshop or service operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or control role
Hands‑on technical experience in mechanical, electrical, automotive, or equipment maintenance
Proven ability to manage workshop scheduling, resource allocation, and job throughput
Experience with cost control, KPI‑driven performance management, and budgeting
Exposure to parts/inventory control, suppliers, and external vendor management
Strong understanding of safety systems, compliance, and incident investigation
Demonstrated experience implementing process improvements (Lean, TPM, or similar frameworks)
Our benefits
Splend is a dynamic growth company with a shared vision for success. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to attract individuals who thrive in an environment where they can contribute to and celebrate in the process of building a global brand with true impact.
- Performance based bonus
- Discounted EVs: tax-free EV salary packaging and a 15% employer bonus contribution
- A day off on your birthday
- Employee Assistance Program
- Dedicated Learning & Development platform
Splend Sydney, New South Wales, AUS Office
1 Oxford St, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2010
