Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor

Wonarah Phosphate Project
Northern Territory
14/14 FIFO roster

Hays is excited to partner with Avenira Limited as they establish the team behind one of the Northern Territory's most anticipated new mining projects.

The Wonarah Phosphate Project represents a landmark greenfields mining development and will become the Northern Territory's first phosphate mine. This significant investment in the region presents a rare opportunity to join during the establishment phase of a new mining operation with long-term growth ambitions. Avenira is building the foundations for safe, efficient and sustainable production while creating a workplace centred on collaboration, accountability and operational excellence. Employees will have the opportunity to help shape systems, processes and culture from the ground up while contributing to the success of a project that has the potential to play an important role in the future of the Northern Territory resources sector.

About the Opportunity

Avenira is seeking an experienced Mobile Plant Fitter Supervisor to provide frontline leadership to the mobile maintenance team and ensure the safe, efficient and reliable operation of the site's mining fleet.

Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, you will lead tradespeople, apprentices and contractors while coordinating maintenance activities across the operation. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a supervisor who enjoys being close to the work, supporting their team in the field and driving equipment reliability. You will play a key role in establishing maintenance systems, developing team capability and delivering safe, planned maintenance outcomes as the operation continues to grow.

Roster and Location

• 14/14 FIFO roster.
• Points of hire include Darwin, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Townsville, Mt Isa and Cairns.
• Applicants from Tennant Creek and Mt Isa are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise mobile maintenance personnel and contractors.
• Coordinate planned, breakdown and shutdown maintenance.
• Conduct toolbox meetings, pre-starts and shift handovers.
• Support fault-finding, troubleshooting and corrective maintenance.
• Drive equipment reliability, availability and schedule compliance.
• Lead safety interactions, inspections and incident investigations.
• Maintain accurate records using Pronto or equivalent CMMS.
• Coordinate parts, resources and contractor requirements.

About You

• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle, Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent trade qualification.
• Unrestricted C Class Driver's Licence.
• Minimum 5 years post-trade experience in mining, heavy industry or similar.
• Previous Leading Hand or Supervisory experience.
• Strong mobile plant, hydraulic and drivetrain knowledge.
• Experience coordinating maintenance teams and contractors.
• Ability to interpret technical schematics and documentation.
• Strong communication, leadership and team-building skills.
• Pronto or similar CMMS experience highly regarded.
• CAT, Komatsu, Liebherr, Hitachi or similar equipment experience advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Lead the mobile maintenance team for the Northern Territory's first phosphate mine.
• Balanced 14/14 FIFO roster.
• Join a significant greenfields project with long-term potential.
• Influence maintenance systems, standards and team culture from the outset.
• Work alongside experienced mining and maintenance professionals.
• Build a safe, reliable and high-performing maintenance function.

If you're looking to take the next step in your leadership career and contribute to a major greenfields mining development, we'd love to hear from you.

Join the team establishing the Northern Territory's first phosphate mine and help build a high-performing mobile maintenance operation from day one.

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV and take the next step.

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