Maintenance Manager - FIFO NT

Exact Contracting Pty Ltd; Brisbane; Remote; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Exact Contracting Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee safety‑driven, cost‑effective maintenance on remote civil and mining projects. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will lead planning, resource coordination and on‑site supervision to ensure schedules are delivered on time and within budget.

A hands‑on leader comfortable in remote locations is essential. We value strong communication, proactive problem solving, and a commitment to safety as we deliver complex

Qualifications

• Current drivers licence.
• Heavy Diesel Mechanic Trade qualification.
• Previous supervisory/management experience.
• Experience maintaining Caterpillar, Hitachi mobile equipment; Kenworth and Mack Trucks and a wide range of ancillary gear.
• Civil/mining industry experience.
• Experience with and confident using Microsoft Office and maintenance related systems (MEX).
• Effective planning ability, time management, and prioritisation.
• Confident communication with the ability to liaise with employees, clients, suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Self-motivation with a positive attitude.
• Desire to work in remote locations.
• Hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance on site with safety-first approach.
• Plan and manage resources to complete schedules on time and within budget.
• Drive operational efficiencies in maintenance activities.
• Oversee mobilisation and demobilisation of plant and equipment.
• Provide leadership and direction to teams on the ground.

Skills

Drivers licence

Heavy diesel mechanic

Supervisory/management

Caterpillar/Hitachi equipment

Civil/mining experience

MS Office / MEX

Planning & time management

Communication with stakeholders

Self-motivation

Remote locations

Hands-on approach

Education

Heavy Diesel Mechanic Trade Qualification

Tools

MEX maintenance system

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to join our team and work on remote civil and mining projects in the Northern Territory.

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Maintenance Manager will oversee and ensure safe & cost effective maintenance activities on site.

Responsibilities will include:

• Leading from the front and driving our culture and vision to lead the industry through safety;
• Effective planning and managing of resources to ensure the completion of maintenance schedules are on time and within budget;
• Driving operational efficiencies for all maintenance related activities;
• Overseeing the mobilisation and demobilisation of plant and equipment for the project; and
• Providing effective leadership and supervision through ‘on the ground’ presence, direction, guidance and feedback to teams and individuals.

30th October, 2026

The successful applicant will have:

• Current drivers’ licence;
• Heavy Diesel Mechanic Trade qualification;
• Previous experience in supervisory/management roles;
• Demonstrated experience maintaining Caterpillar, Hitachi mobile equipment; Kenworth and Mack Trucks and a wide range of ancillary gear;
• Previous civil/mining industry experience;
• Experience with and confident using Microsoft Office and maintenance related systems (MEX) etc.;
• Effective planning ability, time management, and prioritisation;
• Confident communication with the ability to effectively liaise with other employees, clients, suppliers and sub-contractors;
• Self-motivation with a positive attitude;
• Desire to work in remote locations; and
• A hands-on approach.

Our Company

Established in 1992, we have a reputable history in theCivil, MiningandAgriculture industries, built on delivering quality results for our clients.

Today, Exact Contracting employs over 500 people nationally and is highly regarded for its ability to safely deliver projects on time.

Pre-Employment

All candidates will be required to pass a National Police Clearance (within 3 months), pre-employment medical, and a drug and alcohol screen.