Leading Hand - Heavy Crew - Mt Arthur South

Overview

Lead/supervise heavy earthmoving equipment maintenance team in mining.

Key Responsibilities

• team mentoring
• equipment maintenance
• work prioritisation
• safety compliance
• record keeping
• parts management

Tasks

-Provide hands-on support and mentoring to maintenance personnel -Liaise with production and planning departments to prioritise work and minimise equipment downtime -Lead and supervise your team working on heavy earthmoving equipment (Cat, Liebherr) -Ensure all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with Thiess policies and procedures -Maintain accurate records and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives -Coordinate and oversee scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities in the field -Manage and organise parts, inventory from the warehouse and OEM in both planed and unplanned maintenance.

Requirements

• diesel fitter
• g1 certificate
• ewp license
• mining equipment
• team leadership
• safety commitment

What You Bring

-Post trade operational mine site experience -Proven experience in a leading hand or senior field maintenance role within a mining or heavy industry environment -Hold a high regard for house keeping and cleanliness in your work area -G1,G8,G9 formerly (S1,S2,S3) and G2 supervising certificates and experience in supervising maintenance activities on an operational mine -Trade-qualified Diesel Fitter or equivalent heavy vehicle mechanic qualification -High risk work license EWP, Dogging, C6 desirable -Quality of work to be carried out in a timely manner -High level of commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement -Excellent communication and team leadership skills -Current driver's licence and ability to work a rotating roster -Strong working knowledge of large-scale mining equipment and field maintenance practices

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About Thiess

-A global leader in mining services, specializing in both open-cut and underground mining operations. -Involved in some of the world’s largest mining projects, providing integrated services from mine development through to operations and rehabilitation. -Expanded globally from its origins in Australia, with a strong presence in regions like Asia, Africa, and South America. -Known for its technical expertise, equipment fleet, and its commitment to delivering projects safely and efficiently. -Works across diverse sectors, including mining, infrastructure, and energy, delivering a wide range of services tailored to each project's needs. -Notable projects include major coal mining operations in Queensland and large-scale infrastructure works in remote areas. -Has adapted to changing market conditions and continuously evolved to maintain its leadership in the industry.

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Security Clearance

-two employment references -national police check -medical assessment