Lead Major Shutdowns Coordinator - Mining Operations

Field Mining Services; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company work vehicle supplied

Competitive remuneration package

Salary packaging options

Access to Flare HR employee benefits

Employee referral rewards program

Service recognition rewards

Job summary

Field Mining Services is seeking a Mechanical Supervisor to oversee major shutdown activities across multiple Bowen Basin mine sites on a 4/4/4 roster. The ideal candidate will possess trade qualifications in Mechanical Fitting or related disciplines and demonstrate extensive experience in coal mining.

This role demands strong leadership skills to manage teams effectively, ensuring safety and operational efficiency while developing shutdown plans and schedules. The company offers a competitive remuneration package and additional employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Extensive coal mining experience within the Bowen Basin.
• Demonstrated experience managing shutdowns in mining environments.
• Ability to pass pre-employment medicals and ongoing drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shutdown activities across Bowen Basin mine sites.
• Develop shutdown plans and resource allocations.
• Lead teams to ensure successful delivery of shutdown works.

Skills

Mechanical Fitting

Leadership

Shutdown Coordination

Safety Management

Education

Trade Qualification in Mechanical Fitting or related discipline

Current S123 and G2 competencies

Current Coal Board Medical

Standard 11 certification

Driver's Licence

Job description

Apply now Job no: 497739
Work type: Full time
Location: Mackay & Coalfields
Categories: Mechanical Supervisors

About the Role

FMS Group is seeking an experienced, highly organised, and safety-focused Major Shutdown Coordinator to join our shutdown division. You will be working across a 4D/4N/4RnR roster across various sites within the Bowen Basin. Mackay Candidates are encouraged to apply.

This role is responsible for the planning, coordination, and successful execution of major shutdowns and maintenance projects across draglines, shovels, and fixed plant assets. Working closely with site management, supervisors, clients, and project teams, you will ensure shutdown activities are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee major shutdown activities across multiple Bowen Basin mine sites working across a 4/4/4 roster
• Develop detailed shutdown plans, schedules, resource allocations, and execution strategies
• Lead and coordinate supervisors, trades personnel, contractors, and support teams to ensure successful shutdown delivery
• Ensure all shutdown works are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with client, site, and company requirements
• Monitor shutdown progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to minimise delays and maximise productivity
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance shutdown performance, safety, and operational efficiency
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all work activities

What You'll Bring

• Trade Qualification in Mechanical Fitting, Diesel Fitting, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Current S123 and G2 competencies
• Extensive coal mining experience within the Bowen Basin
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and delivering major shutdowns within mining environments
• Strong leadership experience managing supervisors, tradespeople, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
• Proven experience with dragline, shovel, CHPP, and fixed plant maintenance shutdowns
• Sound understanding of shutdown budgeting, project controls, and risk management
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, leadership, and teamwork
• Ability to pass pre-employment medicals and ongoing drug and alcohol testing
• Current Coal Board Medical and Standard 11 certification
• Current Driver's Licence

Why Work With Us?

• Ongoing shutdown and maintenance opportunities across the Bowen Basin
• Company work vehicle supplied
• Competitive remuneration package and weekly pay
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing
• Access to Flare HR employee benefits
• Employee referral rewards program
• Service recognition rewards
• Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and people

About Us

Established in 2005 as CQ Field Mining Services, FMS Group has grown from a regional provider into a diversified, multi-division organisation delivering integrated solutions across Australia and Papua New Guinea. Our growth reflects a strong focus on capability, innovation, and meeting evolving client needs, with key expansions including PNG (2013), WA (2017), and the formation of Field Mining Services Group in 2019.

Since then, we have strengthened our service offering through specialised divisions spanning Safety Lift Solutions, engineering, electrical, onsite machining, and parts and equipment, alongside infrastructure maintenance projects and the acquisition of Schlam CRU in 2025. Rebranded as FMS Group in 2024, we are now a fully integrated, one-stop solution for mobile and fixed plant maintenance, shutdowns, infrastructure projects, and capital equipment sales across mining, construction, oil and gas, marine, and renewables.

FMS Groupis an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.

Advertised: 25 Aug 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
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