Mechanical Supervisor - FIFO, 7 on/7 off Day Shifts

Hastings Deering; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hastings Deering in Queensland's Carmichael Mine is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to lead a maintenance team on a world class Caterpillar fleet. This is a permanent FIFO role with a 7 on 7 off day shift roster from Rockhampton or Townsville.

You will drive safety, deliver maintenance outcomes, coordinate major repairs, and mentor technicians, supporting career progression in a long-life coal operation.

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications that matter: relevant Mechanical Trade Qualification.
• Leadership experience leading maintenance teams in mining or heavy earthmoving.
• Technical knowledge of Caterpillar equipment maintenance.
• Safety-first mindset with high workplace health and safety standards.
• Strong communication with frontline teams and stakeholders.
• Focus on reliability, efficiency and quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop your team with coaching and support.
• Drive safety performance and ensure site standards.
• Oversee planned and breakdown maintenance for availability.
• Coordinate resources and scopes for safe, timely repairs.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Mentor team members and support training and development.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Maintenance management

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Mechanical Trade Qualification

Tools

Caterpillar equipment maintenance

Job description

Hastings Deering in Queensland's Carmichael Mine is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to lead a maintenance team on a world class Caterpillar fleet. This is a permanent FIFO role with a 7 on 7 off day shift roster from Rockhampton or Townsville.

You will drive safety, deliver maintenance outcomes, coordinate major repairs, and mentor technicians, supporting career progression in a long-life coal operation.