Shift Supervisor

About the Role

As a Shift Supervisor, you will oversee underground development activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to plan. You will provide frontline leadership to crews while driving safety, productivity and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise underground development crews
• Coordinate daily mining activities to achieve production targets
• Ensure compliance with site safety systems and statutory requirements
• Conduct pre-start meetings, inspections and workplace audits
• Monitor crew performance and provide mentoring and guidance
• Liaise with Mine Engineers, Technical Services and Operations teams
• Investigate and report incidents, hazards and improvement opportunities
• Promote a strong safety culture and high-performance work environment
• Ensure development activities are completed to quality and operational standards

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Extensive underground mining experience in a development environment
• Previous supervisory, Shift Boss or leading hand experience (Shift Boss Ticket essential)
• Strong leadership, communication and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and operational excellence
• Sound understanding of underground mining regulations and procedures
• Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
• Relevant mining competencies, statutory qualifications and licences
• Current Australian work rights
• Ability to pass site medical and employment requirements

Why Join Redpath

Redpath offers a stable, long-term opportunity where your contribution is valued and your development is supported.

• Competitive hourly rates with super paid on all hours worked
• Even time roster supporting work-life balance
• Ongoing training and OEM-accredited development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• PPE provided
• Salary sacrifice options including superannuation and novated leasing
• Discounted health insurance with BUPA
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses (up to $200)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Redzone Rewards Program offering discounts and cashback
• Service milestone bonuses: $3,000 (5 years), $10,000 (10 years), $15,000 (15 years), $20,000 (20 years)

About Us

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish. Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

About the Team

About Redpath The Redpath Group is a leading mining contractor with projects across Australia and globally. We specialise in shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, engineering & technical services, and speciality services in the Metalliferous and Coal mining sectors. Apply Now Redpath is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates wanting to join a friendly, collaborative team in a fast paced business environment. We will be shortlisting for this position immediately, so please submit your application by clicking on the 'apply' button below, or visit our website at Careers | Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers

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