Major Shutdowns Mechanical Supervisor
- Supervise and coordinate mechanical shutdown crews across multiple mine sites.
- Lead maintenance and project works on draglines, shovels, and fixed plant assets.
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with site procedures.
About the Role
FMS Group is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Mechanical Supervisor to join our shutdown division across various mine sites throughout the Bowen Basin, working on a 4D/4N/4off roster.
We are looking for a trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter with proven coal mining experience and a strong leadership background supervising shutdown crews. This role is responsible for leading teams of up to 15 personnel during shutdown and project works, ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
This position offers ongoing shutdown opportunities across the Bowen Basin, with immediate starts available for suitable candidates.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate mechanical shutdown crews of up to 15 employees across multiple mine sites throughout the Bowen Basin
- Lead shutdown maintenance and project works on draglines, shovels, and fixed plant assets.
- Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with site and company procedures
- Monitor productivity, quality, and compliance to meet project and client expectations
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and support to tradespeople and shutdown personnel
- Liaise with site management and project stakeholders to ensure successful shutdown execution
- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all work activities
What You'll Bring
- Mechanical Fitter Trade Qualification (Certificate III Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent)
- Current S123/G189 and G2 competencies
- Previous coal mining experience
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a supervisory role
- Demonstrated experience leading teams of up to 15 personnel
- Proven experience in dragline, shovel, and fixed plant shutdown maintenance
- Strong commitment to workplace safety, leadership, and teamwork
- Ability to pass pre-employment medicals and ongoing drug and alcohol testing
- Current Coal Board Medical and Standard 11 certification
- Current Driver's Licence
Desirable
- Mackay-based candidates preferred
- Experience working across multiple Bowen Basin mine sites
- Strong planning, scheduling, and shutdown execution skills
Why Work With Us?
- Ongoing shutdown and maintenance opportunities across the Bowen Basin
- Company work vehicle supplied
- Competitive remuneration package
- Weekly pay
- Salary packaging options, including novated leasing
- Access to Flare HR employee benefits
- Employee referral rewards program
- Service recognition rewards
- Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and people
About Us
Established in 2005 as CQ Field Mining Services, FMS Group has grown from a regional provider into a diversified, multi-division organisation delivering integrated solutions across Australia and Papua New Guinea. Our growth reflects a strong focus on capability, innovation, and meeting evolving client needs, with key expansions including PNG (2013), WA (2017), and the formation of Field Mining Services Group in 2019.
Since then, we have strengthened our service offering through specialised divisions spanning Safety Lift Solutions, engineering, electrical, onsite machining, and parts and equipment, alongside infrastructure maintenance projects and the acquisition of Schlam CRU in 2025. Rebranded as FMS Group in 2024, we are now a fully integrated, one-stop solution for mobile and fixed plant maintenance, shutdowns, infrastructure projects, and capital equipment sales across mining, construction, oil and gas, marine, and renewables.
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