Specialised Engineering Technologies (SET) delivers specialised electrical and mechanical services, overhauls and new-build work to the underground coal mining sector. We are a growing, well-respected business that prides itself on quality workmanship, looking after our people, and building long-term relationships with the mines we service.
Our electrical overhauls and new-build work is rapidly expanding, and we are building out our mechanical capability to match. We are looking for a Mechanical Overhauls Coordinator to be the mechanical lead across a variety of overhaul projects.
About the Role
This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced mechanical tradesperson who knows underground coal mining equipment inside out and wants to step up as the mechanical lead on overhaul work.
You will support our expanding electrical overhauls and new-build programs by owning the mechanical side — coordinating, leading and delivering mechanical overhauls on major underground coal equipment. It is a genuine prospect to be the mechanical lead across a diverse range of overhauls, working alongside our electrical and engineering teams.
What you will be doing
· Acting as the mechanical lead on a variety of underground coal equipment overhauls
· Coordinating and delivering mechanical overhaul works — planning, resourcing and hands-on delivery
· Working on equipment such as hydraulic longwall shields, shuttle cars and continuous miners
· Supporting the electrical overhauls and new-build teams to deliver complete, integrated overhauls
· Mentoring and guiding mechanical tradespeople on the tools
· Coordinating parts, components and mechanical scope with engineering and project management
· Ensuring quality, safety and standards are met across all mechanical overhaul work
What we are looking for
· Proven overhaul experience with underground coal mining equipment — hydraulic longwall shields, shuttle cars and continuous miners
· A mechanical trade qualification (fitter / mechanical fitter or similar)
· Strong coordination and leadership skills — able to run the mechanical side of an overhaul
· Hands-on and happy to lead from the tools
· Good with people and able to guide a mechanical crew
· Solid understanding of hydraulic systems and heavy mechanical overhaul
· Based in (or willing to be based in) the Newcastle, Hunter Valley or Central Coast area
· Valid driver licence
What is in it for you
· A genuine leadership opportunity — be the mechanical lead across a diverse range of major overhauls.
· Join a growing business — our electrical overhauls and new-build work is rapidly expanding, and the mechanical side is growing with it.
· Flexible engagement — full-time, casual or subcontract, whatever suits your situation.
· Varied, interesting work across a range of underground coal equipment
· A supportive team and management that values its people