Maintenance Supervisor

Lynas Rare Earths Ltd; Western Australia; Remote; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in WA is seeking a Maintenance (Mechanical) Supervisor to ensure efficient and safe operations at their Mt Weld facility. The role involves supervising maintenance tasks, conducting safety inspections, and leading a team to ensure plant performance. Candidates should have a Mechanical Trade Certificate and relevant supervisory experience in the heavy industrial sector. This FIFO position offers a chance to work in a dynamic team within a sustainable industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor in mining or heavy industrial sector.
• Valid C-Class WA Manual Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of people and plant.
• Maintain plant performance at Mt Weld Operations.
• Allocate daily work assignments.
• Conduct daily workplace inspections.
• Manage contractors' activities.
• Lead accident investigations.
• Coordinate mechanical maintenance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures.
• Provide effective handovers to incoming supervisors.
• Respond to plant breakdowns.

Skills

Technical knowledge of mechanical equipment

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Leadership and mentoring

Effective communication

Education

Mechanical Trade Certificate or equivalent

Tools

Pronto software

Job description

Our Rare Earths deposit in Mt Weld, Western Australia, is acknowledged as one of the highest-grade Rare Earths mine in the world and we operate the world’s largest single Rare Earths processing plant in Malaysia – so you’re joining a very unique team! As a team member you will be contributing to the sustainable supply of rare earths metals which are used in oil & gas, electric vehicles, and wind turbines.

An opportunity exists for an experienced Maintenance (Mechanical) Supervisor to join Lynas Rare Earths. This position plays a vital role in ensuring reliable plant performance and safe, efficient maintenance operations across site facilities. This is a FIFO position from Perth to our Mt Weld Operations on an 8/6 roster.

As a highly valued member of the Lynas Rare Earths team, you will:

• Ensure all people and plant in your care remain safe
• Maintain plant performance as required by Mt Weld Operations.
• Allocate daily work assignments including maintenance, repair, housekeeping, and administrative tasks.
• Conduct daily workplace inspections and lead monthly safety toolbox meetings.
• Manage contractors to ensure work scope and goals are achieved safely and efficiently.
• Lead accident investigations and drive positive safety outcomes.
• Liaise with all departments to coordinate mechanical maintenance requirements.
• Always ensure compliance with company procedures and safety standards.
• Provide thorough handovers to incoming supervisors and maintain effective communication across shifts.
• Remain available on-site to respond to any plant breakdowns or critical maintenance issues.

Qualities We Value:

• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical equipment and systems
• High attention to detail and technical problem-solving skills
• Excellent organisational and time management capabilities
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and mentor teams and contractors
• Sound understanding of cost implications and maintenance planning
• Effective interpersonal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Pronto software is desirable

Skills Required:

• Demonstrated experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor in the mining or heavy industrial sector
• Mechanical Trade Certificate (or equivalent)
• Valid C-Class WA Manual Driver’s Licence

We are committed to ensuring that our workplace is inclusive, where all our people feel that they belong, are valued, and respected.

We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.