Production Supervisor

Epiroc Group; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Parental leave

Professional development

Safety-first environment

High-impact geophysical solutions

Job summary

Kinetic Logging Services Pty Ltd (KLS), an Epiroc entity, is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our production and equipment refurbishment activities in Australia. You will supervise a small technical team while hands-on in delivery, maintenance, commissioning and troubleshooting of specialised geophysical equipment.

Working with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain and Business Development, you will coordinate production, manage resources and suppliers, and ensure projects

Qualifications

• Trade or tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or related field.
• Experience in equipment assembly, production, maintenance or refurbishment.
• Experience leading a small technical or production team.
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills with ability to manage priorities.
• Experience coordinating suppliers, vendors and procurement activities.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.
• Experience with CAD systems and ERP/PLM databases is highly regarded.
• Practical mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting capability.
• Strong communication skills and collaborative approach with stakeholders.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the production team, allocate work, set priorities and maintain safety, quality and productivity.
• Oversee production and refurbishment projects from planning through to completion.
• Coordinate HyLogger equipment maintenance, upgrades and refurbishment with clients.
• Remain hands-on in commissioning, maintenance, fault-finding and troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical gear.
• Support design-for-manufacture initiatives to improve build methods and reliability.
• Plan production workflows, resources and project requirements to meet priorities and schedules.
• Manage suppliers, vendors, procurement activities and external services as needed.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain and Business Development to resolve issues.
• Ensure all production activities, documentation and equipment meet safety, quality and technical standards.

Job description

Kinetic Logging Services Pty Ltd (KLS), an Epiroc entity, is a recognised leader in geoscience services, providing advanced geophysical logging and core scanning solutions to the mining industry.

We are looking for an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our production and equipment refurbishment activities.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you will supervise a small technical team while remaining actively involved in the delivery, maintenance, commissioning and troubleshooting of specialised geophysical equipment.

Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain and Business Development, you will coordinate production activities, manage resources and suppliers, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and to a high standard.

About the Role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and coordinating the production team, including allocating work, setting priorities and maintaining high standards of safety, quality and productivity
• Overseeing production and refurbishment projects from planning through to completion
• Coordinating HyLogger equipment maintenance, upgrades and refurbishment activities, including liaison with clients
• Remaining hands‑on in the commissioning, maintenance, fault‑finding and troubleshooting of mechanical and electronic equipment
• Supporting design‑for‑manufacture initiatives to improve build methods, equipment reliability, safety and efficiency
• Planning production workflows, resources and project requirements to meet operational priorities and delivery schedules
• Managing suppliers, vendors, procurement activities and external services as required
• Working collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain and Business Development to resolve technical and operational issues
• Ensuring production activities, documentation and equipment meet required safety, quality and technical standards

About You

You will be a practical, technically capable leader who enjoys being involved in the work while also taking responsibility for the performance and development of your team .

To be successful, you will ideally have:

• A trade or tertiary qualification in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, engineering or a related technical discipline
• Experience within equipment assembly, production, manufacturing, maintenance, refurbishment or a similar technical environment
• Previous experience leading, supervising or coordinating a small technical or production team
• Strong planning, organisation and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience coordinating suppliers, vendors and procurement activities
• The ability to confidently read and interpret technical drawings and documentation
• Experience with CAD systems and ERP, PLM or similar databases would be highly regarded
• Practical mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting capability
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with technical teams, internal stakeholders, suppliers and clients
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working arrangements
• Generous paid parental leave
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Work in a safety‑first, innovation‑driven environment
• Join a high‑impact team delivering cutting‑edge geophysical solutions

About Epiroc

Epiroc is a leading productivity partner for the mining, infrastructure and natural resources industries. With cutting‑edge technology, Epiroc develops and produces innovative drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment, and provides world‑class service and consumables. The company was founded in Stockholm, Sweden, and has over 13,000 passionate people worldwide supporting and collaborating with customers in more than 150 countries.

United. Inspired . Performance unites us, Innovation inspires us, and commitment drives us to keep moving forward

It all starts with people.

The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.epiroc.com