Underground Heavy Diesel Leading Hand - Mine Maintenance

Aurelia Metals; Cobar; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurelia Metals Limited is seeking a safety-focused Heavy Diesel Tradesperson – Leading Hand to join the Mobile Maintenance Team at Peak Mine, Cobar NSW. This hands-on role combines trade work with day-to-day team leadership supporting underground heavy vehicle tradespeople.

You’ll diagnose, repair and maintain underground mobile equipment such as CAT loaders, ITS and Agi trucks, coordinating tasks with the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor to maximise fleet reliability and safety.

Qualifications

• Heavy Diesel Fitter Trade Certificate or equivalent.
• Previous Leading Hand experience in a similar role.
• Underground hardrock mining experience, with exposure to mobile plant including CAT Loaders, ITS and Agi Trucks.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to read and interpret pneumatic, electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a small team of underground heavy vehicle tradespeople.
• Diagnose, repair and maintain underground mobile equipment across underground and surface workshops.
• Coordinate tasks with the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor to maximise fleet reliability and minimise downtime.

Skills

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Safety-focused

Leadership

Underground mining

Education

Heavy Diesel Fitter Trade Certificate or equivalent

Tools

CAT Loaders

ITS

Agi Trucks

Job description

Aurelia Metals Limited is seeking a safety-focused Heavy Diesel Tradesperson – Leading Hand to join the Mobile Maintenance Team at Peak Mine, Cobar NSW. This hands-on role combines trade work with day-to-day team leadership supporting underground heavy vehicle tradespeople.

You’ll diagnose, repair and maintain underground mobile equipment such as CAT loaders, ITS and Agi trucks, coordinating tasks with the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor to maximise fleet reliability and safety.