Title:  Maintenance Leading Hand - Goonyella

About Us: 

BUMA's vision is to build a modern mining and rehabilitation company that drives growth. BUMA Australia adopts a relationship-focused, long-term strategy for project success. We consistently deliver value to clients throughout all mining stages, leveraging expertise and equipment for comprehensive surface operation services. 

About the Role: 

BUMA Australia is seeking an experienced Leading Hand to join our maintenance team at Goonyella Riverside Mine. This hands-on leadership position will work closely with the Maintenance Superintendents and broader maintenance team to support safe, quality maintenance outcomes through positive day-to-day leadership, effective work planning and practical technical support. 

Key responsibilities include

• Provide visible, hands-on leadership to trades and service personnel. 

• Support daily work planning, prioritisation and task allocation. 

• Assist with maintenance activities and provide technical advice on repairs. 

• Coordinate labour, parts and materials to support scheduled work. 

• Promote a strong safety culture through inspections, observations and hazard reporting. 

• Ensure tools, equipment and work areas are maintained to a safe standard. 

• Clearly communicate work scopes, timeframes and quality expectations. 

• Ensure inspections, repairs, work orders and required records are completed accurately. 

• Coordinate subcontract employees and provide Supervisor leave coverage when required. 

• Build productive relationships across the team and with the Client, while contributing to continuous improvement opportunities. 
  
  

About You: 

You are technically capable, approachable and willing to lead from the front. You are comfortable working alongside the crew while keeping sight of the bigger picture to ensure work is properly planned, resourced and completed safely. 

• Strong maintenance and technical knowledge within a mining or heavy industry environment. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead, support and coordinate tradespeople. 

• A proactive and uncompromising approach to safety. 

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships. 

• Sound planning, prioritisation and problem-solving skills. 

• The ability to provide practical technical guidance and support to the team. 

• A strong understanding of safe maintenance practices and accurate work documentation. 

• A team-first attitude and willingness to step in and assist wherever required. 

Working at BUMA: 

BUMA Australia is a people-focused business, with a strong emphasis on safety, training, development and continuous improvement. This opportunity offers the chance to take the next step in your leadership career while remaining genuinely hands-on with the maintenance team. 

• Career progression opportunities through training and mentoring programs. 

• Discounted employee benefits on health insurance, groceries, fuel and selected retail outlets through BUMA LAB. 

Goonyella Riverside Mine 

Located in the Bowen Basin of Central Queensland, BMA’s Goonyella Mine is one of Queensland’s largest coal mines and is situated approximately 30 kilometres from Moranbah. BUMA Australia provides labour, supervision, technical support and mobile plant to perform truck and excavator pre-strip operations. 

To be considered for this opportunity, please click “Apply Now” to submit your application. 

All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. 

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