BTP forms part of the Perenti Group, a diversified global mining services company, and is one of Australia's largest suppliers of new and used parts and equipment for hire and sale. BTP has supported the mining, earth-moving, and construction industries for over 30 years. The Perenti Group operates across a wide range of mining sectors and offers unique career progression opportunities.
Step Up. Lead From the Front. Build Your Career with BTP.
Ready to take your leadership career to the next level?
BTP Group is seeking a motivated and experienced
Leading Hand HD Mechanic
to join our high-performing Mackay workshop team. This is an opportunity to combine your technical expertise with hands-on leadership while working on mining and earthmoving equipment.
As part of the Perenti Group, BTP is a market leader in equipment maintenance, component rebuilds, parts and rental solutions. With continued growth across our operations, we're looking for a leader who can inspire their team, drive quality outcomes and maintain good safety standards.
If you're passionate about mentoring others, leading by example, we want to hear from you!
Why Join BTP?
Lead a Skilled Team
Play a key role in coordinating daily workshop activities, supporting tradespeople and apprentices, and driving a culture of safety, accountability and teamwork.
Get hands-on with a diverse fleet including CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, Volvo, Mack, MAN and Isuzu equipment across maintenance, rebuilds and major overhauls.
Build a Long-Term Career
We're committed to developing our people. Whether your goal is Workshop Supervisor, Maintenance Superintendent or broader leadership opportunities within the Perenti Group, we'll support your growth.
The Role




As a Leading Hand, you'll be responsible for:
Leading and coordinating workshop personnel to achieve production targets
Providing technical guidance and support to tradespeople and apprentices
Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards
Managing workflow, job priorities and workshop schedules
Consideration roster changes on special projects
Supporting fault finding, diagnostics, repairs and component rebuilds
Promoting continuous improvement and maintaining a positive team culture
Ensuring compliance with safety, quality and OEM requirements
What You'll Bring
Australian recognised Trade Qualification as a Heavy-Duty Plant Mechanic
Extensive experience maintaining mining and heavy earthmoving equipment
Previous Leading Hand, Supervisory or Senior Tradesperson experience
Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic capabilities
Forklift Licence (essential)
Dogging Licence or higher (highly regarded)
Current C Class Driver's Licence
Strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork
Ability to mentor and develop apprentices and team members
What's In It For You?
Flexible Roster
4/3 OR 5/2
Competitive Leading Hand rates
12% Superannuation paid on all hours worked
Employee referral bonuses up to $8,000
Career progression opportunities across BTP and Perenti Group
Paid parental leave
Novated leasing and health insurance discounts
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Stable workshop-based role - be home every night
Supportive leadership team and outstanding workshop culture
Join a Team That Invests in Its People
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📌 Leading Hand Workshop | Mackay (Queensland)
🏢 BTP
📍 Queensland