The Opportunity:
Working in partnership with our client, Techforce Personnel are seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor with a strong Heavy Duty Fitter background to join a Tier 1 contractor on a major gold operation. This is a key leadership position where you will guide a dedicated maintenance team to ensure the reliability and performance of a large fleet of heavy earthmoving equipment. If you are a natural leader with extensive hands-on experience, this is an excellent opportunity to step up and make your mark.
This role is offered on a FIFO 8:6 roster from Perth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of HD Fitters and maintenance personnel, driving a strong safety culture and high-quality workmanship.
• Plan, schedule, and oversee the preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs of heavy earthmoving equipment.
• Provide hands-on diagnostics and technical support to your team, troubleshooting complex mechanical issues.
• Ensure all maintenance activities, service records, and work orders are accurately documented in the site's maintenance system.
• Mentor and develop your crew, conducting performance evaluations and identifying training needs to build team capability.
• Liaise with the planning and operations departments to coordinate equipment availability and minimise downtime.

Key Requirements:

• Relevant Australian Recognised Trade Qualification (Heavy Duty Diesel Fitter / Mechanic essential).
• Proven experience (3+ years) in a supervisory or leading hand role within a heavy-duty maintenance environment.
• Extensive hands-on experience with heavy earthmoving equipment (experience with Komatsu, Cat, or Hitachi fleets highly regarded).
• S26 (Schedule 26) Supervisor qualification is highly desirable.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence (HR desirable).
• Strong computer literacy, including experience with a CMMS (e.g., Pronto, SAP, or similar).
• Ability to pass a comprehensive pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol screen.
• A valid National Police Clearance (or willingness to obtain).

What’s on Offer:

• Excellent Hourly Rate: Circa $95/hr + Superannuation.
• Family-Friendly Roster: FIFO 8:6 from Perth, offering a great work-life balance.
• Leadership Opportunity: Lead a skilled and motivated maintenance crew on a well-run site.
• Career Stability: Join a leading contractor with a strong pipeline of work.

Who are we?

Techforce Personnel are a proud partner of PeopleIN – Australia’s largest ASX-listed workforce management and staffing company with 25 brands across Australia partnering with over 3,500 clients. Our specialist business harnesses the extraordinary impact of talented people across Mining and Resources, Shutdowns, Facilities Maintenance, Hospitality and Catering, Healthcare, Industrial Services, Civil Construction, Residential/Commercial Construction, and the Oil and Gas Industries, to name a few