About us

At Altrad, your growth fuels our success.

We are a trusted provider of specialist construction, maintenance, and integrated industrial solutions across Australia, partnering with major clients in energy, resources, utilities, and defence.

We go beyond building and maintaining assets, we create Impact that Matters. Every day, our people contribute to safer workplaces, stronger communities, and a more sustainable future.

As part of the global Altrad Group, with over 65,000 people across 50 countries, you’ll join a network that’s connected by purpose, driven by innovation, and united by our shared values of Solidarity, Respect, Humility, Conviviality, and Courage.

About the opportunity

Altrad is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to join our team for upcoming shuts on Rio projects commencing from September.

Reporting to the Construction Manager, this role will be responsible for supervising and coordinating mechanical maintenance and construction activities, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.

You will lead a team of mechanical tradespeople and trades assistants, coordinate resources and activities, and work closely with maintenance, production, safety, quality, contractors, and other project stakeholders to achieve project outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to take a key leadership role on a major mining project while contributing to a strong safety culture, high-quality delivery, and the development of a skilled workforce.

In this role, you will:

- Lead and supervise mechanical tradespeople and trades assistants throughout the shutdown, allocating work and monitoring performance.

- Coordinate and oversee mechanical shutdown activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and within agreed shutdown schedules and milestones.

- Work closely with Maintenance Planners and project stakeholders to coordinate labour, equipment, materials, and resources required for shutdown execution.

- Promote and uphold Altrad’s HSEQ standards through pre-starts, toolbox talks, inspections, and safe work practices, contributing to a zero-harm culture.





- Ensure mechanical works are completed in accordance with project specifications, procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

- Monitor progress against shutdown schedules and proactively identify and resolve safety, quality, resourcing, and operational issues.

- Liaise with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective coordination and delivery of shutdown activities.

- Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to the workforce while promoting high standards of workmanship and continuous improvement.

- Maintain accurate shutdown documentation, work records, inspections, reporting, and other project requirements.

About you

You are an experienced, safety focused Mechanical Supervisor with proven shutdown experience and a strong background in mining, resources, heavy industry, maintenance, or construction.

You have the technical knowledge and leadership capability to manage mechanical crews in a fast paced shutdown environment, where safety, productivity, quality, and meeting critical deadlines are essential.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Cert III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent.

- Experience in a mechanical supervisory role, preferably within mining, resources, heavy industry, or shutdown environments.

- Demonstrated experience supervising mechanical shutdowns and coordinating tradespeople, contractors, labour, and resources.

- Strong mechanical trade knowledge and understanding of maintenance, installation, repair, and shutdown activities.

- Strong communication, leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Why join Altrad?

At Altrad, Your Growth, Your Contribution, Our Commitment is more than a promise, it’s the way we work.





We’re proud to invest in your career, wellbeing, and future through meaningful benefits that support every stage of life:

- Grow@Altrad: Structured career and leadership pathways designed to help you learn, lead, and succeed.

- Exclusive Benefits App: Access discounts on gyms, travel, wellbeing, and lifestyle partners to make life outside of work more rewarding.

- Financial Flexibility: Enjoy novated leasing options and corporate health insurance discounts that give you more choice and control.

- Balance That Works: Inclusive and flexible work arrangements that recognise the importance of family, community, and life beyond work.

- Real Support When It Matters: Paid Domestic and Family Violence Leave, ensuring our people have the time, safety, and care they need during life’s most difficult moments.

- Recognition That Inspires: Reward and recognition programs celebrating the people who make a difference every day.

- Wellbeing Gateway App: 24/7 access to meditation tools, self-guided learning, mental health and financial coaching, and confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

At Altrad, we don’t just offer benefits, we create an workplace where you can thrive, feel supported, and make an impact that truly matters.

Make your impact

Every role at Altrad contributes to something bigger. Join us to make a difference - supporting safer workplaces, advancing innovation, and shaping sustainable operations for our clients and communities.

Together We Are Team Altrad.

Our people reflect the diverse communities in which we live and work. At Altrad, inclusion goes beyond representation, it’s about creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported to contribute their best.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people of all genders, abilities, ages, cultures, and identities, as well as those with intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics.

Please note: Applicants must have full working rights in Australia. Only applicants with full work rights in Australia will be considered

📌 Mechanical Supervisor (Perth)
🏢 Altrad
📍 Perth