Project Manager

Force Equipment Pty; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly pay

5:2 Monday–Friday roster

Head office Osborne Park

Regular site travel

Occasional international trips

Employee benefits: salary packaging, &

Job summary

Force Equipment Pty is seeking a Project Manager to lead asset management and maintenance for a new battery-electric mining project in WA. The role includes overseeing a high-performing team, driving reliability, and delivering exceptional operational outcomes on a Perth-based site with a later FIFO arrangement.

The position offers a fortnightly salary, a 5:2 Monday–Friday roster, and opportunities for regular site travel and international trips, with OEM-supported, hands-on exposure to next-gen

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade qualification with mobile plant experience (XCMG, Liebherr, Komatsu).
• Strong knowledge of maintenance management practices and workflows.
• Ability to collaborate with clients and prioritise maintenance needs in complex site environments.
• Excellent planning, communication and time management skills.
• Proven leadership and team development capability.
• Solid understanding of HSET requirements in WA Mining; commercial awareness aligned with project goals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding maintenance outcomes for earthmoving equipment in a demanding mining environment.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team through guidance, support, and clear direction.
• Drive improvements in productivity, efficiency, and cost management.
• Develop and execute effective maintenance management strategies.
• Build and maintain a strong safety-focused culture.

Skills

Mechanical trade qualification

Maintenance management

Leadership

Planning & time management

Communication

Team development

HSET WA Mining knowledge

Job description

Force is supporting the rollout of a battery electric mining fleet across WA in collaboration with a Tier 1 client in the Pilbara - and we want you on board.

We’re on the hunt for a dynamic and results-driven Project Manager to take charge of asset management and maintenance operations for an exciting new project. This is more than just a leadership role – it’s your opportunity to shape performance from the ground up, driving asset reliability, maximising efficiency, and setting the benchmark for operational excellence.

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of everything – leading a high-performing team while building strong, trusted partnerships with clients. Your ability to align people, processes, and performance will be key to delivering exceptional outcomes and elevating service standards across the site.

Please note that this role will initially commence as a Perth-based position before transitioning to a FIFO arrangement for the first 6–9 months of the project on a 4/3 roster. Following this period, the role will return to being Perth-based.

Why Force?

Attractive salary package with fortnightly pay to keep things flowing.

Enjoy a 5:2 Monday‑Friday roster, giving you your weekends back.

Work from our modern Osborne Park head office, conveniently located just 800m from the nearest train station.

Get out on site with regular travel, plus occasional international trips to broaden your experience.

Long‑Term Stability – Be part of a major decarbonisation rollout of battery electric mining fleet in WA.

Direct OEM‑Supported Environment – Get hands‑on with next‑gen electric mining technology.

Plus, a great range of employee benefits:

• Salary packaging & novated leasing options
• Access to health insurance, lifestyle, and retail discounts to support you on and off the job

About the Role

• Deliver outstanding maintenance outcomes for earthmoving equipment in a demanding mining environment
• Lead and develop a high‑performing team through guidance, support, and clear direction
• Drive improvements in productivity, efficiency, and cost management
• Develop and execute effective maintenance management strategies
• Build and maintain a strong safety‑focused culture

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Schedule 26 (Strongly Advantageous)
• Mechanical trade qualification with relevant mobile plant experience (XCMG, Liebherr, Komatsu etc.)
• Strong knowledge of maintenance management practices and workflows
• Ability to collaborate with clients and prioritise maintenance needs within complex site environments
• Excellent planning, communication, and time management skills
• Proven leadership and team development capability
• Solid understanding of HSET requirements in WA Mining Commercial and financial awareness in line with project goals

We’re building Australia’s first large‑scale electric mining support capability and we’re looking for skilled people ready to power the future of mining.

Shortlisting will begin immediately, so apply via the link or reach out directly to Lina Kingi - [e-mail].