Mining Maintenance Foreman — Lead Safety & Cost Control

Perenti Group Services Pty Ltd; City Of Vincent; On-site; AUD 102,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Barminco, part of Perenti Global Limited, seeks a Maintenance Foreman for its US Operations to lead maintenance functions, manage personnel and equipment, and ensure safe, cost-effective completion of work.

The role requires strong planning, cost controls, and the ability to coach site foremen, with a relocation package and visa requirements to be met. A pre-employment medical and relevant tickets are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in high productivity mining or heavy industry contract environments.
• Senior maintenance roles across different countries and cultures.
• Demonstrated time management, planning and cost management skills.
• Ability to influence and engage with operational personnel, with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong observation and analytical skills that translate to improvements across the maintenance function.
• Asset management skills are highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Ensure sites comply with applicable Acts, Regulations, safety standards, and policies.
• Develop and monitor the scope of work for projects, ensuring risk management and progress reporting.
• Liaise with operations and internal departments throughout a project’s lifecycle.
• Provide coaching and development to site foremen and leading hands.
• Assist with min/max inventory levels across sites.
• Offer recommendations on business improvement opportunities in the maintenance function.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Time management

Cost management

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Industrial maintenance

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree

Tools

Pronto

Job description

Barminco, part of Perenti Global Limited, seeks a Maintenance Foreman for its US Operations to lead maintenance functions, manage personnel and equipment, and ensure safe, cost-effective completion of work.

The role requires strong planning, cost controls, and the ability to coach site foremen, with a relocation package and visa requirements to be met. A pre-employment medical and relevant tickets are required.