Foreman page is loaded## Foremanlocations: Australia | CQ | Mackay - Hastings Parktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: March 27, 2026 (26 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR118954**Company :**Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd**Kickstart your career or take the next step with Hastings Deering – where our people build something BIGGER.**We are seeking an experienced **Foreman** to join our Mackay Workshop Operations team in Mackay QLD to lead our team in delivering high-quality new machine build, rebuilds and upgrades across mining product lines. Reporting to the Service Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading a the team to safely deliver projects on time and within budget. This is a **permanent, Monday to Friday** role.Hastings Deering is proud to be one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine. We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you'll benefit from:* **Competitive Salary & Security** – A rewarding salary package with yearly reviews, along with a range of benefits designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security.* **Training & Career Development** – Opportunities for training, mentorship, and career development specific to your role.* **Stable & Long-Term Career** – Benefit from the security of a stable, long-term position at Hastings Deering, offering you peace of mind and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.* **Leadership Development** – At Hastings Deering, we offer the opportunity to be mentored by experienced leaders and give you access to ongoing leadership and professional development training to help you advance in your career.* **Innovation & Improvement** – We drive continuous improvement through dedicated initiatives, foster inclusivity with gender/culture work groups and embrace technological advancements to stay at the forefront of our industry.* **Health & Wellbeing Support** – Dedicated programs and utilities to support your physical, mental, and financial health, such as our Employee Assistance Program, free health checks, and discounted private health insurance.* **Team & Culture** – Join a tight-knit team where collaboration thrives, with regular staying connected lunches, team BBQs, and an active social group that fosters a positive and engaging work environment.* **Insurance Benefits** – Salary continuance insurance.**What you'll be doing:**As Foreman at Hastings Deering, you will:* **Supervise daily operations** – coordinate workshop activities across workshop operations to ensure smooth and efficient workflow.* **Lead major component work** – oversee change‐outs, upgrades, and mining product assembly to deliver high‐quality outcomes.* **Provide technical support** – deliver hands‐on troubleshooting and guidance to resolve issues quickly and effectively.* **Ensure compliance** – uphold Caterpillar and site-specific standards to maintain safety and regulatory integrity.* **Manage labour and workflow** – allocate resources, monitor WIP, and track job progress to keep projects on schedule.* **Drive performance** – identify opportunities to improve productivity and control costs across all workshop activities.* **Maintain strong communication** – foster effective communication with internal teams and customers to support project delivery.* **Champion safety** – promote and reinforce a strong safety‐first culture across all tasks and team activities.**What you'll need:**A successful teammate will have experience in: * **Qualified and experienced** – hold a relevant trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter, Plant Mechanic, or bring 10+ years of experience in a similar role.* **Bring proven leadership experience** – demonstrated capability as a supervisor or leading hand.* **Apply strong technical knowledge** – well‐versed in mining equipment and large‐scale machine upgrades.* **Offer industry experience** – background working in mining or heavy industrial environments.* **Understand cost and performance metrics** – solid grasp of job costing processes and workshop KPIs.* **Demonstrate strong leadership and communication** – effective organisational, interpersonal, and team‐leading skills.* **Commit to safety and quality** – dedicated to maintaining high standards of safety and workmanship.**If you're interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we'd love to hear from you!****** **Apply Now – click the button below.** **** **Enquiries: 1300 071 618** **** **Contact: Taylor Collett - Talent Acquisition Partner***Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process*#J-18808-Ljbffr