Leading Hand

19 hours ago

Australia Muswellbrook Australia All Australia Newcastle Australia Singleton NSW, Canada PageUp Results Full time A$70,000 - A$110,000 per year


Leading Hand - Heavy Crew

Job ID 931732
Job Type Permanent Full Time
Location Australia - Muswellbrook, Australia - All, Australia - Newcastle, Australia - Singleton, NSW
Categories Mining Maintenance, Trade - Heavy Diesel Fitter, Trade - Automotive Electrician

Applications close
31 Dec 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Make your mark with Thiess

Every day, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward hard work.

Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment.  

Thiess is the place to make things happen.  

About the role

Thiess Mount Arthur South have an exciting opportunity for you to expand your skills and grow within a high performing team as a Maintenance Leading Hand. 
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be part of a team that is committed to developing our people.
Your responsibilities will include:
  • Strong safety focus and high attention to detail, ensuring maintenance activities comply with site safety processes.
  • Coach and mentor crew members to execute maintenance tasks safely and efficiently.
  • Source technical information from the relevant available reference manuals, technical bulletins, and computer-based systems.
  • Proven ability to work well under pressure, demonstrating high levels of initiative.
  • Ensure mobile plant equipment defects are completed within an acceptable timeframe.
  • Provide technical information to staff and operations personnel.
  • Source and requisition parts and / or equipment requirements through the appropriate manuals or publications using the correct ordering procedure.
  • Verify the implementation of solutions and/or control further non-conforming machinery until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.

About you

  • Trade qualified Plant Mechanic
  • Proven post Trade experience in a Leading Hand or Senior maintenance role on an operational Mine
  • G1,G8,G9 certificate (highly regarded)
  • Strong working knowledge of large-scale mining equipment and maintenance practices
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to work with cross functional teams
  • High level of commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement

What Thiess can do for you

  • Permanent full-time position
  • Even time, lifestyle roster
  • Thiess' commitment to training & development
  • Salary sacrifice option – Novated leasing  
  • Range of corporate discounts including health insurance, travel & retail products

About Us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.
 
We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We're focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.
 
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How to apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.
 
Thiess 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 recruiter will support you through the process.
 
To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button or the link below.

How to apply

Applications close
31 Dec 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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