Lead, mentor and make an impact
Work life balance and be home every night
Career development & career progression
About UGL Transport
UGL Transport Manufacturing & Maintenance, in partnership with Sojitz, is a leader in rolling stock manufacturing, maintenance and asset management services across Australia.
We are committed to delivering safe, reliable and innovative transport solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and career development.
OurMackay Workshop, located inPagetis your ultimate destination for mine equipment and motor overhauls, fabrication, machining, and mechanical/electrical overhauls.
We're not just a workshop; we are the driving force behind offsite services, delivering cutting-edge solutions for onsite challenges.
About Your Role:
As theLeading Hand - Electrical, you will provide day-to-day leadership to a team of electrical tradespeople while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
You will be responsible for:
Leading and mentoring a team of electricians and trades assistants
Coordinating daily workshop activities and project delivery
Conducting inspections and preparing job scopes
Preparing quotations and supporting customer requirements
Ensuring work is completed on time, within budget and to quality standards
Managing resources, equipment and materials
Promoting a strong safety-first culture
Identifying and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Roster:40 Hours per week, Monday to Thursday - 6am - 4.30pm (10 hours per day, 30-minute lunch)
About You:




You are a hands-on leader with strong technical capability and the ability to get the best out of your team.
Ideally, you will bring:
Previous experience as aLeading Hand, SupervisororForeperson
Strong industrial electrical maintenance experience
Knowledge of AC/DC motor rewinds and flameproof motors (AS****)
Experience planning jobs, coordinating resources and managing workflows
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Commitment to safety and quality outcomes
A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
Essential Qualifications:
Current Queensland Electrical Licence
Relevant Electrical Trade Certificate
Current Driver's Licence
Desirable:
Industrial electric vehicle component overhaul experience
HVNL Load Manager training
SAP experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Why Join UGL Transport?
Home every night with a workshop-based role
Consistent, predictable hours that support work-life balance
More time with family, friends, and the Mackay lifestyle
Reduced travel and time away compared to FIFO or rostered site work
Long-term job security with a permanent position
A supportive team culture that values wellbeing and respect
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
At UGL Transport,



we value the unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives our people bring.
We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, veterans and individuals returning to the workforce.
Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.
These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.
If you are excited about this opportunity but don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.
Your experience and potential may be exactly what we're looking for.
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Assist tradespeople by positioning and holding metal stock or products to enable work to be carried out;
Hand tools to tradespeople, and hold tools not immediately required;
Perform assembly and dismantling operations, such as screwing and bolting;
Transport tools, materials and work pieces to and from sites or workbenches;
Clean and prepare working surfaces
Operate grinders, jack hammers etc as instructed
Trade Assistants may specialise as boilermaker's assistants, fitters' assistants.
Requirements
Minimum 3 months experience on a maintenance site preferred but not essential
Elevated Work Platform Ticket preferred but not essential
'C' Class Drivers License
Able to perform duties, maintaining high standards in both Safety and Quality.

📌 Leading Hand - Electrical (Queensland)
🏢 UGL - Services - Transport Manufacturing and Maintenance
📍 Queensland