Field Maintenance Supervisor

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Field Maintenance Supervisor. Terms and conditions vacancy

Thiess is the world's largest mining services provider. We offer the widest range of in-house surface and underground mining capabilities across Australia, Botswana, Canada, Chile, Indonesia and Mongolia. Our life-of-mine insight, tailored approach and commitment to excellence keep us at the leading edge…optimising the mining value chain for each client.

And we're not done. We continue to drive innovation, through long-term relationships, so our clients are best positioned in a competitive global market. Our people are central to our success and are empowered to contribute their skills, knowledge and experience to continually exceed industry benchmarks. Our culture is built on our Principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery, underpinned by a commitment to safety in everything we do.

As our next Field Maintenance Supervisor reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent you will work collaboratively towards delivering high-quality solutions and results.

To provide support to our ongoing Mining Services Operations at Mt Arthur, the Field Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for the Supervision of the Digger crew. Ensuring fleets achieve maximum availability for minimal cost. You will provide leadership and direction to your team, with a focus on maintaining a safe, reliable and productive crew.

Your duties will include but not be limited to;

• Lead, coach and develop team members by setting clear expectations, monitoring performance and mentoring others
• Manage and execute maintenance work using efficient equipment servicing strategies to achieve targeted service times and schedule compliance rates
• Ensure that work is completed within allowed budget and resources
• Assist the Maintenance Manager in implementing safety and environmental plans
• Play an active role in all incident investigations, and
• Develop and strengthen key internal and external stakeholder relationships

What skills and experience do you need?

As the successful applicant, you will be a high achieving & team focused individual with a focus on a collaboration and achieving within your work team. You have previous experience in open cut coal mining & a drive to deliver.

• Trade Qualified Plant Mechanic (Certificate III Automotive Mechanical Technology (Heavy Vehicle Mobile Equipment) [link removed]
• Extensive post trade or relevant mobile maintenance experience in a mining environment
• Previous supervisory experience
• A strong commitment to health, safety, environment and the community
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proven experience in maintenance planning and condition monitoring, and
• The ability to work in a high-pressure environment
• Knowledge of relevant mining related legislation including knowledge of relevant NSW DII MDG’s and codes of practice and relevant Australian Standards
• Extensive experience working knowledge of  Liebherr Diggers
• Previous supervision of digger fleet shutdowns.

How to apply

Thiess' employee benefits program offers choice and flexibility to enhance the lifestyle and wellbeing of our team. With benefits including discounted health insurance, salary packaging, salary continuance insurance and more. We place the health, safety and well-being of our people as our absolute priority and we're focused on ensuring everyone is fit for work and fit for life.

If people are your focus and results are your passion, then consider joining an organisation that is as excited about the important things as you are. Apply online at www.thiess.com.au/careers or follow the below link.

Applications Close  27th July 2018

We are committed to developing a diverse workforce that represents the communities in which we operate. For more information on our approach to Diversity and Inclusion, visit Diversity and Inclusion at Thiess [link removed]