Maintenance Leading Hand - Diggers and Dozers

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About the role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Leading Hand to manage our dedicated team of Digger and Drill specialists out at our Iron Bridge project. As the leader, you'll play a pivotal role in minimizing machine downtime, ensuring high-quality repairs, and mentoring your team to success.

In this role, you will:

• Shift Handover & Task Status: Provide clear task updates to the Field Supervisor at shift change for smooth transitions.
• Task Prioritization: Collaborate with the Field Supervisor to prioritize tasks and allocate resources effectively.
• Daily Labour Allocation: Manage daily labour assignments and ensure updates are reflected in prestart.
• Task Monitoring: Conduct regular progress checks and provide timely updates to ensure task completion.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and support team members to enhance skills and maintain productivity.
• Safety & Quality: Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping, and workmanship on-site.
• Tool & Equipment Management: Ensure proper use and maintenance of tools, machinery, and parts.

About you

• Previous Leading Hand experience in a maintenance or breakdown role.
• Experience with CAT6060, Hitachi 3600 excavators, D65/MD6310 drills, or similar excavator/drill fleets.
• Strong technical knowledge of heavy mobile equipment and breakdown processes. · Excellent timekeeping and ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to manage multiple breakdown events while maintaining clear communication and prioritization.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive approach to safety, ensuring all breakdown activities are performed with minimal risk.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to coordinate teams and liaise with multiple stakeholders.

What Thiess can do for you

• Permanent full-time positions 
• Full camp facilities provided 
• Thiess’ commitment to training & development
• Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing  
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products. 

About us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

Visit our website to learn more – http://www.thiess.com

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us @ hiring@thiess.com

How to apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

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How to apply

Applications close

10 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time