Mine Maintenance Supervisor – Lead Heavy Equipment Team

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Accommodation and travel allowances

Career growth opportunities

Safety-focused team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Mine Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the maintenance and repair of heavy mining equipment at their facility in Queenstown. You will lead a team of mechanics and technicians, manage work schedules, and ensure spare parts availability with a strong focus on safety and efficiency.

The role demands deep knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and diesel engines, plus CMMS proficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising maintenance teams for heavy mining equipment.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities with a focus on safety.
• Trade qualification in diesel mechanics, fitting and turning, or electrical work is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the maintenance team including mechanics and electricians.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for mining equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues on heavy mining gear.
• Ensure all maintenance work is performed safely, efficiently, and to high-quality standards.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and order supplies for continuity.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide training and development opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Team management

Education

Trade qualification: Diesel Mechanic / Fitter and Turner / Electrician

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Mine Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the maintenance and repair of heavy mining equipment at their facility in Queenstown. You will lead a team of mechanics and technicians, manage work schedules, and ensure spare parts availability with a strong focus on safety and efficiency.

The role demands deep knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and diesel engines, plus CMMS proficiency.