Maintenance Leading Hand - Major Goldfields Project!!

MLG Oz; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO from any Australian capital city

$5 per hour site bonus

Super paid on ALL hours worked

Full PPE supplied

Salary sacrifice options

Job summary

MLG Oz is seeking a hands-on Lead Hand – Workshop to supervise and drive maintenance across a major Goldfields project. You will lead a workshop team, mentor apprentices and tradespeople, and ensure safety and quality in a busy environment.

The role offers permanent full-time work with FIFO from any Australian capital city and a site bonus, plus superannuation on all hours worked and salary-sacrifice options.

Qualifications

• Qualified HD Diesel Mechanic with CAT/Komatsu experience.
• Experience leading tradespeople and apprentices.
• Valid Driver's Licence; HR licence highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead workshop team to maintain heavy mobile equipment.
• Mentor and develop tradespeople and apprentices in a fast-paced workshop.
• Ensure safety, quality and compliance across maintenance activities.

Skills

HD Diesel Mechanic

Leadership

CAT equipment

Safety compliance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maintenance systems

Job description

Maintenance Leading Hand - Major Goldfields Project!!

Posted: 08/10/2026

Closing Date: 06/11/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Job Category: Maintenance

About Us

As an ASX-listed company, MLG Oz is a contractor of choice, employing more than 1,400 people across over 30 operational sites. We deliver a comprehensive range of services, including:

Aggregate and sand supply

Bulk haulage and integrated site services

Crushing and screening

Export logistics

MLG Oz is guided by strong core values and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognise that inclusion drives engagement, builds trust, encourages fresh perspectives, and supports innovation, ultimately enhancing our overall performance. Our people are our greatest asset, and through their collective efforts and contributions, we are able to achieve our objectives while maintaining an uncompromising commitment to the health and safety of our workforce, the environment, and the communities in which we operate.

Job Description

READY TO TAKE THE LEAD IN THE GOLDFIELDS?

STEP UP. LEAD FROM THE FRONT. MAKE AN IMPACT.

MLG Oz is looking for an experienced Leading Hand – Workshop to join our high-performing team at our Pioneer Dome Civil Contract in the Goldfields.

If you’re a qualified HD Diesel Mechanic who knows your CAT and Komatsu gear, can lead a crew from the front and thrives in a fast-paced workshop environment — we want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• FIFO from ANY Australian capital city
• $5 per hour site bonus
• Super paid on ALL hours worked
• Full PPE supplied
• Salary sacrifice & novated lease options

THE ROLE

Working closely with the Workshop Manager, you’ll be a key player in leading our workshop team and keeping the operation moving.

You’ll help drive safe, efficient and high-quality maintenance, support and mentor tradespeople and apprentices, and ensure our heavy mobile equipment is performing at its best.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who is ready to step up, take ownership and set the standard.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Valid Driver’s Licence — HR highly regarded
• Proven experience leading tradespeople and apprentices
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• Confident communication and people leadership skills
• Experience using Microsoft Office and maintenance systems

KNOW YOUR GEAR?

We’re looking for someone with solid experience across:

• CAT 980-988
• CAT 777F Dump Trucks
• Ancillary Equipment

WHY MLG OZ?

At MLG Oz, our people come first.

We’re building high-performing teams across Western Australia and believe great results start with great people.

You’ll join a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety, performance, development and teamwork are more than just words — they’re how we operate.

If you’re ready to step up, lead a team and play a key role in a growing Goldfields operation, this could be your next move.

READY TO LEAD?

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.