NHG - Shift Maintenance Supervisor - Mechanical Trade

• Permanent full-time position – 7/7 Rotating Roster
• DIDO residential role 45 mins from Toowoomba
• Join the operation at an exciting time of growth

The New Acland Coal Mine (NAC), a thin seam open cut mining operation is owned and managed by New Hope Group. NAC is based 35km north-west of Toowoomba and plays a key role in the Darling Downs region as an employer and economic contributor since it began operation in October 2002.

New Acland Mine’s unique approach to achieving a sustainable, economically productive, and environmentally healthy post mine landscape is award winning, demonstrating leadership and commitment to sustainable business practices.

About the role:

As NAC continues to progress, we are inviting expressions of interest for an experienced Shift Maintenance Supervisor to join the Mobile Maintenance Team on a permanent, full-time basis.  Working a 7/7 day / night rotating roster and reporting to the Senior Maintenance Supervisor, the Shift Maintenance Supervisor plays a pivotal role in overseeing all maintenance activities during shift and ensuring that all equipment and machinery are operating efficiently and safely.  

What you will do:

• Lead by example and coordinate all maintenance tasks during your shift, including routine maintenance, inspections and breakdown repairs
• Reducing equipment downtime by ensuring all maintenance activities are planned, manned and carried out to a high standard, in a safe and timely manner
• Ensure the workplace cleanliness is always kept to a high standard 
• Comply with New Hope Group’s Health, Safety and Environmental procedures at all times

To be considered for these opportunities you will bring:

• Mechanical Trade Qualifications within the Mechanical Engineering fields
• Proven experience as a Maintenance Supervisor or in a similar role within the mining or heavy industry sector
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships and effective, high performing teams
• Current coal board medical and Standard 11 Induction (Or willing to obtain)
• Experience with Caterpillar, Hitachi and Letourneau machines
• Queensland driver’s licence (manual)
• Experience with computer-based maintenance systems (desirable)

To be successful in this role, it is important that you have:

• A strong safety mindset with ability to actively identify and report hazards/incidents
• Excellent communication skills
• Enthusiasm to positively contribute to site culture and work as a team
• High attention to detail and precision in executing tasks
• Ability to work well as a team and independently
• Ability to undergo and pass a coal board medical
• Ability to work a rotating 7/7 day / night roster including weekends and night shift
• The ability to lead and contribute to the team in a fast-paced environment

What working at NAC offers:

• Excellent remuneration package including annual bonus scheme
• Discounted health insurance (Medibank), New Hope Smart Saver program
• Novated Lease / Salary packaging
• Fitness Subsidy and Purchased Leave Programs
• Working for an organisation who is committed to the prosperity of the local community
• Career development through structured programs and diversified on the job work experiences

With an opportunity to live and work locally in the Darling Downs (Toowoomba or Western Downs regions) you will be committed to delivering health and safety leadership that promotes the success of the NAC site.

New Hope Group and New Acland Coal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we committed to promoting a workforce that embodies the people, the community, and attributes of the regions in which we operate.