About the company

Geo-Con Products Pty Ltd is a leading Australian specialist in Construction Materials Testing (CMT) equipment, serving civil engineering, laboratory, field testing, and academic sectors. The company emerged in 2001 from the merger of Geotest Australia and Con-Test Manufacturing, combining decades of expertise in superior testing instrument design, custom solutions, and innovation.

Operating from a fully equipped manufacturing facility in Geebung, Brisbane, Geo-Con produces both Australian-made products and a wide array of imported specialist equipment—leveraging partnerships with global industry leaders like the CONTROLS Group (Italy), Wykeham Farrance, VJ Tech, and IPC Global.

Geo-Con’s product portfolio includes over 4,000 to 8,000 items (depended on source classification) ranging from lab and field testing gear for drying, weighing, grading, soil, rock & aggregate, concrete, cement, asphalt, general lab apparatus, to custom-built equipment.

About the Role

Geo-Con is seeking a skilled and experienced Workshop Foreman to lead our Brisbane team. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be responsible for the daily operations of our workshop, ensuring our specialized equipment is built, serviced, and repaired to the highest standards. You'll lead a small, dedicated team, manage workflow, and maintain a safe and productive work environment. You will be required to manage stock levels, spare parts, works orders.

One of the main Kpi's will be to grow the manufacturing sector of the business, focusing on bringing in outside work.

We are looking for someone who is looking for a long term role, as this role will take a lot of learning we are only seeking people in it for the long run, as most employees here are 10+ years

Key Responsibilities

· Lead and mentor a team of workshop staff.

· Oversee all workshop activities, including the fabrication, assembly, repair, and servicing of our testing equipment.

· Coordinate job scheduling and workflow to meet operational deadlines and priorities.

· Ensure quality control and strict adherence to industry standards.

· Maintain a safe and organized workshop, including the proper use and care of tools and equipment.

· Troubleshoot and problem-solve technical issues with a strong focus on quality and detail.

· Collaborate with the operations team to prioritize projects and ensure seamless communication.

Skills & Qualifications

· A trade qualification in mechanical fitting, machining, or a similar field.

· Extensive experience with manual machining (lathe/mill).

· Proven welding skills (MIG/TIG/Stick) and general fabrication experience.

· Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

· Prior supervisory or foreman experience is highly preferred.

· Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical troubleshooting is a plus.

· A valid forklift license and other relevant workshop tickets are desirable.

· High attention to detail and a sound knowledge of measuring instruments

Why Join Geo-Con?

· Competitive salary and job security.

· Work with specialized, unique equipment in our industry.

· Be part of a supportive and collaborative team culture.

· Opportunities for career growth and advancement.