About us

HBT GmbH, headquarters in Luenen, Germany, is a world-class machine manufacturer and fully integrated single solution provider specialising in systems and equipment for underground coal mining. The company exports its high-performance longwall mining equipment to all major mining markets worldwide, strategically located in 15 countries including Australia.

The core HBT facilities have the capability for research, development, design, manufacture and testing of longwall mining equipment in-house. All HBT products and systems are produced to the highest standards and compliant with international regulatory requirements.

As part of HBT Group, Waratah Engineering is a leading manufacturer of underground mining equipment. We manufacture and support custom-built mining equipment such as shuttle cars, feeder breakers and multi-bolters as well as offering bespoke remanufacturing services for other underground equipment. We have a significant amount of work in our longwall workshop for 2025 and are looking for skilled people to lead our teams on the workshop floor.

About the role

We have two positions available - one is Mechanical, the other Structural. The Leading Hand will be responsible for providing supervision and guidance to our workshop teams, supporting the Workshop Coordinator in managing and allocating work across the team and shifts, and ensuring the teams work safely and adhere to all safety standards. Your role will be across both leading hand duties and on the tools.

Key responsibilities will include the strip and assessment and rebuild and assembly of all aspects of Underground Mining Equipment. You will leverage your technical expertise to audit, repair and replace components on HBT equipment.

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

A willingness to learn and develop current skills

A strong commitment to safety

Previous experience in a supervisor role

Well developed planning and time management skills

Ability to read and interpret schematics

Previous experience working on Longwall underground mining equipment (highly regarded)

Qualifications:

Relevant trade qualifications

Forklift, Dogging and Rigging ticket (desirable)

Working at heights (Desirable)

Remuneration and Benefits

Terms and Conditions of Employment are as per the HBT Waratah Enterprise Agreement 2024

Base salary $103,764.50 per annum (Leading Hand classification)

Overtime available

9 day fortnight

Day shift 6am-3pm

Access to 2 ‘My Day’ mental health days per annum

EA increases in July 2025 and 2026

Mobile phone allowance

Long service leave after 7 years

One additional public holiday day

Why join us?

You will have the opportunity to be a part of a global organisation operating locally. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and contribute to a positive work environment, we encourage you to apply for this role opportunity.

HBT Group is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the workforce.