Thiess Maintenance Supervisors play a pivotal role in our team's success, supporting and celebrating employees every day around the world. We value talent and reward transparency.
We champion diversity and adapt to change, providing opportunities for growth through mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment.
This is a place where things happen.
The Opportunity
A new fleet of Liebherr and Komatsu diggers and Caterpillar Drills and Komatsu Trucks has been introduced at Mount Pleasant Operation, which have a 4.5 year contract extension in place. Our team is located just 2.5km from Muswellbrook in the Upper Hunter Valley.
As part of our maintenance team, you will be responsible for coordinating all workshop maintenance activities to ensure a safe and healthy workplace. You will also manage community and environmental compliance, as well as production and cost targets.
You will work on a lifestyle roster with 5/4, 4/5, and 5/5 rotations, including 12 hour days, nights, and weekend shifts.
About The Role
This leadership position involves:
1. Coordinate all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and servicing of mobile equipment.
2. Ensure equipment is well-maintained, clean, and fit for purpose, and that breakdowns are managed efficiently within an appropriate timeframe.
3. Work closely and communicate with subcontractors to achieve alignment between project goals and subcontract compliance.
4. Coordinate and control ongoing maintenance during major shutdown repairs.
5. Lead and demonstrate employees in embracing a work environment free from discrimination, bullying, and harassment, where everyone is treated with respect.
About You
To be successful in this role, you should possess:
1. Trade qualification as a Plant Mechanic (Heavy Vehicle Mobile Equipment) or Electrical Trade Qualifications.
2. At least 5 years mining experience with exposure to supervision of maintenance.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and JDE (desirable).
4. The ability to work with cross-functional teams and build relationships with stakeholders.
5. Commitment and compliance to Health and Safety at all times.
6. Demonstrated mining supervisory training/qualifications or experience in a similar role.
What We Offer
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
1. A permanent full-time position.
2. Opportunities for career growth and development.
3. Salary sacrifice options, including Novated leasing.
4. A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance and travel products.
About Us
We are a leading provider of open-cut and underground mining services in Australia, Asia, and the Americas.
Our vision is to create a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning, supporting our people to contribute to our success and continued growth in sustainable mining.