Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Plant Mechanic

We have exciting new opportunities for experienced Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Plant Mechanics to lead small teams of trades on our maintenance and repairs of a variety of surface mining & heavy earthmoving equipment at our Port Hedland Workshop.

Leading Hands at Force will provide a genuine opportunity to learn, develop and further progress your career, whilst working alongside experienced, dedicated, and passionate industry professionals in an environment that is collaborative, dynamic and outcome focused. Safety of our people is at the forefront of everything we do.

What we offer

• Attractive rates
• State-of-the-art engineering workshop facilities
• Fantastic housing allowances $$$
• Super paid on all hours worked.
• 2:2 roster (FIFO) or 5:2 roster (residential)
• Great employee benefits
• Permanent full-time position
• Team based family cultural environment including regular BBQ's, drinks and after hour work functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the Force workshop team in the areas of quality and productivity and ensure that all works completed are in line with Force’s safety plan.
• Assess mechanical tasks coming into the workshop for maintenance, diagnose faults and prepare a detailed scope of work, including parts.
• Effectively manage workshop personnel
• Ensuring all maintenance repairs are performed in accordance with company guidelines and within time & cost targets;
• Perform scheduled preventative mechanical servicing on various models of heavy earthmoving equipment.
• Contribute to skills development of apprentices and ensure effective knowledge and skills transfer to less experienced tradesmen.

Required skills/experience & attributes:

• Recognised National Trade Qualification (Heavy Diesel Mobile Plant)
• Prior demonstratable leadership experience
• Experience working on CAT, Hitachi & Komatsu mining / heavy earth moving equipment.
• Experience in a retailing environment and proven customer focus
• A 'can do' attitude - A passion for CAT mechanical rebuilds & ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an emphasis on developing effective relationships and team building.
• Strong ability to assess mechanical tasks coming into the workshop for maintenance, diagnose faults and prepare a detailed scope of work, including parts.
• Ability to deliver to deadlines and ensure operations are performed safely in accordance with Force Equipment guidelines and cost targets; and
• A high level of integrity & accountability of remit.

How to Apply

Shortlisting will begin immediately, hit 'Apply Now' or email a copy of your CV and any supporting documents to Mel Carpenter directly at recruitment@emecogroup.com 

About Force

At Force, we manage the maintenance heavy earthmoving equipment to ensure production is not affected by maintenance downtime. We offer the complete package from regular maintenance schedules optimising the reliability of equipment, repairs and rebuilds, including equipment rentals. Visit www.forceequipment.com.au for more information.