Motors Workshop Team Leader

Joy Global Australia Pty; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Annual leave expansion

Employee discounts

Tech product discounts

Employee Referral Program

Wellbeing program

Discounts with partners

Job summary

Komatsu Underground Rutherford facility is seeking a hands-on Team Leader - Motors to oversee the overhaul, repair and delivery of electrical motors and components for underground mining equipment. You will lead a skilled team, coordinate with planning, engineering and operations, and drive safety, quality and continuous improvement to meet production and customer needs.

This role offers exposure to world-class equipment and opportunities for leadership development within a global mining and

Qualifications

• Experience in frontline leadership or team supervision.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience coordinating workshop activities and resources.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Proficient with maintenance or ERP software.
• Experience in industrial/mining/heavy equipment environments is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily Motors team operations.
• Promote safety-first culture.
• Manage workflow and resources to meet production needs.
• Monitor quality, performance and productivity.
• Coach and develop team members.
• Collaborate with planning, engineering and operations.
• Drive continuous improvement in the workshop.
• Ensure compliance with policies and standards.

Skills

People leadership

Communication skills

Safety culture

Problem solving

ERP systems

Workshop coordination

Industrial environments

Job description

Komatsu Underground Rutherford facility is seeking a hands-on Team Leader - Motors to oversee the overhaul, repair and delivery of electrical motors and components for underground mining equipment. You will lead a skilled team, coordinate with planning, engineering and operations, and drive safety, quality and continuous improvement to meet production and customer needs.

This role offers exposure to world-class equipment and opportunities for leadership development within a global mining and