Lead Hand: On-site Heavy Equipment Maintenance

Cimic; Halford CP; Presencial; GBP 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Full camp facilities provided

Training & development

Salary sacrifice options – Flights & 1

Novated leasing

Corporate discounts including health &

insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Thiess is seeking a proactive Leading Hand to lead a team of Digger and Drill specialists on the Iron Bridge project. You will minimize downtime, drive high-quality repairs, and mentor technicians to success.

Responsibilities include shift handover, prioritization, daily labour planning, progress monitoring, and safeguarding safety and quality on-site while ensuring proper tool and equipment management.

Formación

• Previous Leading Hand experience in maintenance or breakdown role.
• Experience with CAT6060, Hitachi 3600 excavators, D65/MD6310 drills, or similar excavator/drill fleets.
• Strong technical knowledge of heavy mobile equipment and breakdown processes.
• Excellent timekeeping and ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to manage multiple breakdown events while maintaining clear communication and prioritization.
• A proactive approach to safety, ensuring all breakdown activities are performed with minimal risk.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to coordinate teams and liaise with multiple stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Shift Handover & Task Status: Provide clear task updates to the Field Supervisor at shift change for smooth transitions.
• Task Prioritization: Collaborate with the Field Supervisor to prioritize tasks and allocate resources effectively.
• Daily Labour Allocation: Manage daily labour assignments and ensure updates are reflected in prestart.
• Task Monitoring: Conduct regular progress checks and provide timely updates to ensure task completion.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and support team members to enhance skills and maintain productivity.
• Safety & Quality: Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping, and workmanship on-site.
• Tool & Equipment Management: Ensure proper use and maintenance of tools, machinery, and parts.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Time management

Safety awareness

Communication

Herramientas

CAT6060 excavator

Hitachi 3600 excavator

D65/MD6310 drills

Heavy mobile equipment

Descripción del empleo

Thiess is seeking a proactive Leading Hand to lead a team of Digger and Drill specialists on the Iron Bridge project. You will minimize downtime, drive high-quality repairs, and mentor technicians to success.

Responsibilities include shift handover, prioritization, daily labour planning, progress monitoring, and safeguarding safety and quality on-site while ensuring proper tool and equipment management.