Field-Based Mining Maintenance Lead

Ledcor; Hawthorne (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent for on-site mining operations in Hawthorne, NV. The role emphasizes implementing maintenance standards, policies, and KPIs while ensuring safety and reliability in the field.

You will spend 40–60% of your time in the field, leading crews, managing budgets, scheduling, and contractor oversight, and collaborating across teams to hit monthly targets. A strong safety record and proven leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in maintenance leadership within heavy industrial/mining settings.
• 2+ years managing maintenance budgets and cost controls.
• 2+ years overseeing maintenance scheduling and workflows.
• Experience with safety programs and KPI tracking.

Responsibilities

• Champion the safety performance of the Maintenance Department, meeting or exceeding all leading and lagging KPIs.
• Lead the execution of mobile equipment maintenance, ensuring adherence to standards and continuous improvement.
• Provide visible, felt leadership by spending 40–60% of your time in the field, engaging with crews and reinforcing safety culture.
• Ensure effective deployment of key initiatives and communication across all maintenance teams.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment through proper systems, training, and supervision.
• Drive cost performance, including monthly forecasting, variance analysis, and budget accountability.
• Oversee contractor management, including scopes of work, rate schedules, and compliance with contractor control policies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure monthly maintenance targets are met and exceeded.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Budget management

Scheduling & workflow

Zero-Based Budgeting

Safety leadership

Team leadership

Job description

Ledcor is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent for on-site mining operations in Hawthorne, NV. The role emphasizes implementing maintenance standards, policies, and KPIs while ensuring safety and reliability in the field.

You will spend 40–60% of your time in the field, leading crews, managing budgets, scheduling, and contractor oversight, and collaborating across teams to hit monthly targets. A strong safety record and proven leadership are essential.