Manager - West Coast Asset Repairs & Maintenance

Lead. Grow. Make your mark in WA's mining industry.

Are you an experienced leader with a mechanical trade background, a passion for operational excellence, and a proven ability to grow a business?

FMS Group is looking for a commercially focused Manager – West Coast Asset, Repairs & Maintenance to lead and expand our Western Australian operations. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who has progressed from the tools into leadership and is ready to take ownership of a growing division, building long-term client partnerships while delivering exceptional maintenance and shutdown services across the mining and resources sector.

This is more than an operational management role—it's an opportunity to shape the future of the division and play a key role in FMS Group's continued growth.

Why Join FMS Group?

At FMS Group, our people are the reason we succeed. We invest in our leaders, empower them to make decisions, and provide the support to build successful, high-performing teams.

You'll enjoy:

• Competitive salary package
• Career progression within a growing national business
• Opportunity to influence strategy and drive business growth
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options
• Private health insurance discounts
• Supportive leadership team with genuine work-life balance
• A culture built on safety, teamwork and delivering quality outcomes

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager West Coast Operations, you'll be responsible for leading the West Coast Asset, Repairs & Maintenance division, overseeing operational delivery while driving sustainable business growth throughout Western Australia.

You'll lead a team of more than 30 employees and subcontractors, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and profitably, while developing new client relationships and creating a strong pipeline of future work.

This role requires regular travel to client sites throughout WA and offers the opportunity to work closely with Tier 1 mining clients across shutdowns, maintenance and project delivery.

What You'll Be Responsible For

As Division Manager, you will:

• Lead and grow the West Coast Asset, Repairs & Maintenance division.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to expand FMS Group's presence across WA.
• Build and maintain a sustainable pipeline of maintenance, shutdown and project work.
• Drive business development through new and existing client relationships.
• Lead tender submissions, estimating and commercial negotiations.
• Manage divisional budgets, P&L performance and financial outcomes.
• Ensure the successful delivery of shutdowns, maintenance projects and ongoing contracts.
• Lead, coach and develop supervisors and operational teams.
• Drive continuous improvement across safety, quality, systems and operational performance.
• Build a positive, high-performing culture aligned with FMS Group's values.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ systems and legislative requirements.

About You

We're looking for an experienced leader who understands both the operational and commercial sides of the mining maintenance industry.

You'll bring:

• Mechanical trade qualification 
• Proven experience managing maintenance, shutdown or asset maintenance operations within mining or heavy industry
• Demonstrated success leading large operational teams
• Strong business development capability with experience securing new work and growing client relationships
• Experience preparing estimates, tenders and commercial proposals
• Sound financial acumen with experience managing budgets and P&L performance
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving abilities
• A genuine commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement
• Current C Class Driver's Licence

Highly Regarded

• Experience working with Tier 1 mining companies
• Experience in a contracting environment
• Heavy Mobile Equipment maintenance background
• HR Driver's Licence
• Supervisor or Leadership qualifications

Who Will Thrive in This Role?

This role is ideal for someone who has:

• Progressed from the workshop or field into operational leadership
• Successfully managed mining shutdowns and maintenance contracts
• Built strong client relationships that generate repeat business
• Enjoys developing people as much as delivering projects
• Has the commercial mindset to identify opportunities and grow a business
• Wants the autonomy to lead a division and make a genuine impact

Our Values – Our Choices

Everything we do is guided by the values that define FMS Group:

First in Safety
We choose to be safe in everything we do.

Mates in the Workplace
We respect each other, support one another and succeed together.

Supporting Work/Life Balance
We work hard so we can enjoy life outside of work.

Group Success is Built on Employee Commitment
We take ownership, strive for excellence and deliver on our commitments.

Ready to Build Something Bigger?

If you're a driven operational leader who combines strong technical knowledge with commercial capability and is excited by the opportunity to grow a business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of FMS Group's West Coast Asset, Repairs & Maintenance division.