Production Leading Hand

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Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia Thiess Full time

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Lead the Way at Peak Downs

Are you a natural leader with a passion for mining and a commitment to safety and results? Peak Downs is looking for an experienced and motivated

Lead the Way at Peak Downs

Are you a natural leader with a passion for mining and a commitment to safety and results? Peak Downs is looking for an experienced and motivated Production Leading Hand to step into a key leadership role on site. This is your chance to work with a high-performing team in one of Australia's most productive coal mines, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow.

Take the next step in your mining career — and lead from the front at Peak Downs in Moranbah, QLD.

About The Role

  • Support the Production Supervisor by leading a mining crew to achieve production targets safely and efficiently.
  • Step up as a supervisor when needed.
  • Perform regular inspections and complete reports as per site policies.
  • Coordinate dispatch personnel, production operators, and equipment to meet production schedules.
  • Apply mining practices to help reduce costs and improve efficiency.
  • Look for ways to continuously improve.

About You
  • Experience as a Step-Up Supervisor or Leading Hand in open-cut coal mining is highly valued.
  • Solid understanding of open-cut coal mining operations.
  • Strong organisational, communication, and presentation skills with a friendly and motivational approach.
  • Proven leadership and people management experience.
  • Relevant qualifications in the coal mining industry.
  • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Verified machinery skills list (training transcripts) LMS documents, signed by SSE or Delegate.
  • Current S123 and G2 certifications
  • Current Standard 11
  • Current Drivers Licence

What Thiess Can Do For You
  • Brand new EA for 2025 - enjoy guaranteed annual 4% pay increases for the next 3 years
  • Permanent full-time opportunity
  • 7/7 roster - 12.5hr shifts – Rotating Day & Night
  • BIBO options from Mackay or Proserpine
  • Full camp facilities and meals provided.
  • Living out of camp allowance, if applicable
  • Thiess' commitment to ongoing training & development
  • Salary sacrifice options – novated leasing
  • Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products

MAKE YOUR MARK WITH THIESS

Every day, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change.

Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment.

Thiess is the place to make things happen.

About Us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We're focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

Visit our website to learn more – http://www.thiess.com

How To Apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process.

To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button or the link below.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
  • IndustriesMining

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