Make your mark with Thiess
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About The Role
The Field Maintenance Leading Hand role at our Lake Vermont Project in Dysart requires an experienced professional. Reporting to the Field Maintenance Supervisor, you will work collaboratively to deliver high-quality solutions and results.
In this role, you will:
1. Lead maintenance crew following directives of managers and supervisors.
2. Supervise maintenance teams completing daily requirements for our HME Fleet, including Komatsu, Liebherr, and Caterpillar trucks, bulldozers, graders, and loaders.
3. Source technical information from manuals, bulletins, and computer systems.
4. Assist crews in meeting safety targets.
5. Provide technical support to staff and operations personnel.
6. Requisition parts and equipment through proper procedures.
7. Verify solutions and control machinery deficiencies until corrected.
About You
To succeed, you should have:
1. A Trade Qualified Plant Mechanic Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology (Heavy Vehicle Mobile Equipment) or equivalent qualification.
2. At least 5 years of mining experience with exposure to leading or supervising mobile maintenance as a Heavy Duty Fitter.
3. Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
4. A strong commitment to health and safety.
5. Mining Supervisory training is highly regarded.
6. JDE experience is also highly regarded.
What Thiess Can Offer
* Permanent employment from start – no labour hire.
* 7/7 Day Shift roster with 12.5-hour shifts.
* BIBO from Mackay, Yeppoon, Rockhampton, Townsville, & Bundaberg.
* Camp accommodation with meals included.
* Commitment to training and development.
* Corporate discounts on health insurance, travel, and retail products.
About Us
Thiess operates in Australia, Asia, and the Americas in open-cut and underground mining. Inspired by our legacy, we focus on harnessing people and technology to drive sustainable change.
We are committed to the energy transition, expanding into metals and minerals critical for sustainable energy, and supporting continuous learning and diversity in our workplace.
Learn more at thiess.com/makeyourmark or contact us at hiring@thiess.com.
Pre-employment checks include employment references, police checks, and medical assessments supported by our recruiters.
This is a great opportunity to advance your career. Click the 'Apply' button to submit your application and join a culture of recognition, development, and growth.