Ref:2804 Maintenance Leading Hand Lead from the front and keep our mining fleet moving as a Maintenance Leading Hand at South Walker Creek Mine!
Golding is a successful mining, urban, and civil infrastructure project management services business with projects and operations across Queensland, New South Wales, and South Australia. The company is committed to reliability and cost-effectiveness, striving to achieve successful outcomes for clients through collaborative value creation and delivery.
Golding is looking for a Maintenance Leading Hand to join our Maintenance Team at South Walker Creek Mine, near Nebo. If you know your gear, can lead from the front, and want a gig with a solid crew — this one’s for you!
As the Maintenance Leading Hand, you will oversee and ensure the safe and cost-efficient completion of repairs and maintenance for the Golding equipment fleet. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
What you’ll do:
* Lead the maintenance team and keep jobs safe, on time, and up to standard
* Support the crew, mentor fitters, and jump in where needed
* Stay on top of parts and critical spares
* Work with planning and production to keep the fleet rolling
* Carry out and review plant inspections
* Run shutdowns, troubleshoot problems, and help with shift handovers
* Step up as Acting Supervisor when required.
Requirements:
* Trade Certificate (Australian Recognised)
* Leading hand experience in a mining environment including S1, S2, S3, G2 Competencies.
* RII’s including Test and Move Mobile Equipment
* Current Working at Heights & Confined Space certification
* Valid Driver's License
* Current Standard 11
* Ability to successfully complete a Coal Board Medical
* Strong safety mindset
* Experience with CAT, Hitachi, and Komatsu equipment is highly regarded.
Fleet List:
* CAT 793 and Komatsu 830E haul trucks
* Hitachi EX1200–EX5600 excavators
* CAT 16M/24M graders
* D10/D11 dozers
* CAT service and water support units
Benefits:
* Permanent position
* 7/7 roster (days & nights, Tuesday - Monday)
* Long-term contract with SWC (recently renewed for another 5 years).
* Location close to Mackay.
* Comfortable camp accommodation provided in Nebo.
* Opportunities for training, development, and internal promotion.
* Health insurance discounts + novated leasing
Embark on a fulfilling career journey with Golding by applying online below.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Job Details Location: South Walker Creek
Positions Available: 1
Employment Type: Full time
Advertised: Monday 2 March :00
Closing Date: Monday 30 March :00 (Queensland Standard Time)