Job Description
Lead Maintenance at One of Australia's Largest Underground Mining Operations
Ready to take the next step in your leadership career?
Job Description
Maintenance Superintendent | Olympic Dam Mine | FIFO from All Australian Capital Cities
Lead Maintenance at One of Australia's Largest Underground Mining Operations
Ready to take the next step in your leadership career?
Join Redpath at
Olympic Dam
, one of the world's most significant underground mining operations, producing copper, gold and uranium for
BHP
, the world's largest mining company. As a major contractor on site, Redpath delivers critical services including shotcreting, cable bolting, batch plant operations and fleet maintenance.
This is your opportunity to lead a high performing maintenance team on a large scale underground project while enjoying excellent career progression, FIFO flexibility and an attractive salary package.
Why Join Redpath?
FIFO from all Australian capital cities
8/6 roster offering work life balance
Competitive salary package
Modern camp facilities
Long term project stability at Olympic Dam
Career advancement through internal promotion opportunities
Ongoing training, development and leadership support
Salary sacrifice options for Superannuation and Novated car leasing
Discounted BUPA health insurance
Prescription safety glasses reimbursement (up to $200)
Employee Assistance Program - 4 free sessions annually for you and your family
Redzone Reward Program - discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
Service Milestone Bonuses:
$3k @ 5 years
$10k @ 10 years
$15k @ 15 years
$20k @ 20 years
Responsibilities
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Project Manager, the
Maintenance Superintendent
will drive a safe, productive and reliable maintenance operation across a diverse underground fleet.
You will provide leadership,



technical expertise and strategic direction to ensure equipment reliability, maintenance excellence and compliance with safety and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor and develop a team of mechanical professionals
Oversee maintenance and repair activities across site equipment
Drive equipment reliability and fleet performance
Manage maintenance planning, scheduling and execution
Investigate equipment breakdowns and implement preventative solutions
Ensure compliance with health, safety, training, environmental and quality systems
Monitor performance and deliver continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications
About You
You are a motivated maintenance leader with a strong underground mining background and a passion for developing people.
You'll Ideally Have
Mechanical Trade Qualification or relevant tertiary qualification
Proven underground mining maintenance experience
Previous leadership experience managing mechanical teams
Strong planning, communication and problem solving skills
Ability to prioritise work in a energetic production environment
Current manual driver's licence
Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Clearance
A commitment to Redpath's philosophy: "Consider it done - safely."
Build Your Future with Redpath
If you're looking to lead a skilled team, make a genuine impact on a world class mining project and join a company that invests in its people, we want to hear from you.
About Us
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Jim Redpath's vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath's employees are the heart of the company's success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.
Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
About Redpath
The Redpath Group is a leading mining contractor with projects across Australia and globally. We specialise in shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, engineering & technical services, and speciality services in the Metalliferous and Coal mining sectors.
Redpath is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates wanting to join a friendly, collaborative team in a fast paced business environment.
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📌 Maintenance Superintendent (South Australia)
🏢 Redpath Mining
📍 South Australia