About Schlam Payload

Schlam Payload is the global expert in load and haul attachments. Headquartered in Western Australia, one of the world’s most productive mining regions, we design and manufacture the industry’s leading mining truck bodies and buckets for hard rock operations. Backed by unmatched lifecycle support, our focus on innovation, engineering excellence, and quality has made us the partner of choice for many of the world’s leading mining companies.

About The Role

This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for leading day‑to‑day maintenance activities across our manufacturing operation. You will drive preventative maintenance strategies, respond to breakdowns, and support safe, reliable, and efficient production outcomes. The role is suited to a trade‑qualified Electrical or Mechanical professional with strong leadership capability, a proactive mindset, and experience within manufacturing, heavy industry, or mining environments.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and support maintenance activities across plant and workshop equipment
- Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime
- Diagnose and resolve electrical and/or mechanical faults
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards




- Supervise and support trades personnel, providing technical guidance where required
- Manage maintenance schedules, work orders, documentation, and reporting
- Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
- Maintain accurate maintenance, safety, and compliance records

What you will bring

- Trade qualified Electrician or Mechanical Fitter (or equivalent)
- Experience in industrial, manufacturing, heavy industry, or mining environments
- Proven leadership or supervisory experience within a maintenance team
- Robust fault‑finding and troubleshooting capability
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
- Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills
- Commitment to safety and best‑practice maintenance standards

Why Join Us?

At Schlam, we value more than just skill - we value innovation, creativity, and a positive working culture. You will have the prospect to make a meaningful impact while helping to shape the future of Schlam Payload. In return, you’ll be part of a team that fosters career growth, professional development, and a culture of collaboration and success.

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📌 Maintenance Team Lead - Electrical or Mechanical (City of Kalamunda)
🏢 Schlam Payload
📍 City of Kalamunda