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Mechanical Leading Hand

Australia, Pilbara · Job Posted June 16, 2026
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Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this role will have expertise in Mechanical Fixed Plant Maintenance and assists Maintenance Supervisors in an area of trade expertise with allocation and monitoring of daily activities of Technicians. The role also involves coordinating trade teams and is responsible for work scheduling, implementing, and initiating work activities, that are passed on from the Supervisors or Superintendents.

Job Responsibility

  • Leads and coaches a team in demonstrating understanding of PLS safety and environmental policies and maintains an understanding of the main principles
  • Directs a work crew to cease any unsafe work tasks
  • Reports any situation, event or incident that has affected or has the potential to harm the environment to management, the Senior OHS Advisor or the Resident Manager
  • Support procedures and work practices aimed at preventing accidents or injuries
  • Regularly audit team's work environment and promote a high level of safety awareness
  • Actively participating in safety meetings and follow-up or feedback on issues raised are undertaken in an effective manner
  • Identify workplace hazards and taking appropriate corrective actions
  • Effectively communicate with people while interacting with them by: Provide clear feedback to Maintenance Supervisors regarding job allocation, job details, work methods timeframes and allow for adequate feedback
  • Ensure feedback is written on work orders and work instruction documents to assist in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Raise concerns immediately, when warranted, to supervisors or Maintenance & Engineering Manager in an open environment
  • Understand and implement quality control techniques
  • Work under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment
  • Demonstrate a good understanding of administration / training abilities and leadership qualities
  • Understand and implement the QSE policies, procedures, and standards
  • Multitask, be on the tools while leading and assisting workflow coordination of a team
  • Coordinate tradespersons and maintenance activities to achieve the maintenance plan
  • Resolve work scheduling issues related to work priorities, time, trade allocation, equipment, or parts
  • Lead and supervise some activities that require next level trade guidance or on the job training to support the maintenance team
  • Direct work crew independently
  • Take direction and provide advice or recommendations to the Supervisor or Superintendent on current work activities, trends, emerging issues or safety concerns to address improvement or plant maintenance optimisation or reliability
  • Troubleshoot and report on failures when required, including gathering of failure evidence for later analysis
  • Provide positive mentoring and be a role model to team members advocating safe and efficient work practices and compliance to standards
  • Participate in special projects whenever required
  • Delivery of weekly work management plan

Requirements

  • Current WA C class drivers' licence
  • Relevant Certificate III or IV Trade Certificate
  • Post trade qualifications, certification or trade experience that can be recognised as next level to the trade skills within the team being led
  • High Risk Forklift
  • Confined Space
  • Safe Working at Heights
  • Fixed Plant maintenance experience in a mining processing plant environment (minimum expectation of 3-5years)
  • Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
  • Ability to work well in a team in remote areas
  • Strong commitment towards safety and quality
  • Motivated and hard working with a professional attitude

What we offer

  • Annual or quarterly short-term incentive bonus recognising individual and business performance
  • PLS employee share scheme
  • Access to newly refurbished facilities at Pilgangoora, including gym, tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts, sports oval and scenic walking tracks
  • 18 weeks parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
  • Health and wellbeing allowance
  • Novated leasing through salary sacrifice
  • Paid community leave
  • Monthly employee recognition awards
  • Access to PLS' KidsCo School Holiday Program
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Company Chaplains
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