Workshop Leading Hand
6 hours ago
Piacentini & Son - About Us
Piacentini & Son is an earthmoving and mining contractor specialising in bulk earthworks, supply of mobile mining and earthmoving equipment, road haulage and mining rehabilitation services. We have over 1000 employees around Australia with a head office in Bunbury, Western Australia. Piacentini & Son has a rich 80-year history of operations throughout Australia, supporting the mining and resources sectors with mining and earthmoving services.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an Experienced Workshop Leading Hand for a Permanent Full-Time opportunity, based at our Cooljarloo Mineral Sands Project. This is a multifaceted role, that will provide both technical support and leadership for our workshop team.
About You
- 3+ Years Experience in a Similar Role
- Australian Recognised Trade Certificate (Heavy Duty Mechanics or Automotive Electrician Highly Regarded)
- Current Section 26 Certification (Highly Regarded)
- Display a clear commitment and focus on the health, safety and well-being of all employees
- Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to read and interpret detailed plans and diagrams
- Hold a valid Australian Drivers Licence
- Current High Risk Work Licence: LF, DG, RB & CB (Highly Regarded)
- Willingness to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical & Drug / Alcohol Screen
Responsibilities
- Delivering effective leadership through engagement, guidance, support and feedback to teams and individuals
- Monitor work tasks closely and aid in resolving any associated issues promptly
- Optimize resource management to minimize costs effectively
- Encourage innovation and employee engagement to drive continuous improvement in work practices
- Experience in repairing and maintaining our machinery such as: CAT, Liebherr, Hitachi, Komatsu & John Deere mining equipment.
- Current experience in a mining or civil engineering environment, working on large scale equipment.
- Diagnose and work through complex problems
- Combination of workshop repair work and field maintenance
- Ability to meet deadlines whilst maintaining a strong approach to safety
About the Offer
- 8:6 Roster - Days Only (12 Hour Shifts)
- Attractive Wages & Allowances
- Great camp with meals, gym, sporting facilities and planned activities
- DIDO Role
- Great benefits including Corporate HBF private health discount, discounted hotel stays and travel incentives
- Employee Assistance Programme for all employees and immediate family
- Opportunity to work for an industry leading organisation with one of the largest CAT fleets in the Southern Hemisphere
- Family owned and operated business from our offices based in Bunbury, Western Australia
Apply
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we invite you to apply and join our team through the link in Seek.
More information or questions?
Please contact the Recruitment team for a confidential discussion to talk more about the opportunity on or email
Piacentini & Son values diversity in its workforce and encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to apply.
You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job. We reserve the right to withdraw and extend advertising.
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