Lead from the front as a hands-on Maintenance Leading Hand, supporting safe, high-quality maintenance outcomes at Goonyella Riverside Mine.
About Us
BUMA's vision is to build a modern mining and rehabilitation company that drives growth. BUMA Australia adopts a relationship-focused, long-term strategy for project success. We consistently deliver value to clients throughout all mining stages, leveraging expertise and equipment for comprehensive surface operation services.
About The Role
BUMA Australia is seeking an experienced Leading Hand to join our maintenance team at Goonyella Riverside Mine. This hands-on leadership position will work closely with the Maintenance Superintendents and broader maintenance team to support safe, quality maintenance outcomes through positive day-to-day leadership, effective work planning and practical technical support.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Provide visible, hands-on leadership to trades and service personnel.
- Support daily work planning, prioritisation and task allocation.
- Assist with maintenance activities and provide technical advice on repairs.
- Coordinate labour, parts and materials to support scheduled work.
- Promote a strong safety culture through inspections, observations and hazard reporting.
- Ensure tools, equipment and work areas are maintained to a safe standard.
- Clearly communicate work scopes, timeframes and quality expectations.
- Ensure inspections, repairs,
work orders and required records are completed accurately.
- Coordinate subcontract employees and provide Supervisor leave coverage when required.
- Build productive relationships across the team and with the Client, while contributing to continuous improvement opportunities.
About You
- Strong maintenance and technical knowledge within a mining or heavy industry environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, support and coordinate tradespeople.
- A proactive and uncompromising approach to safety.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
- Sound planning, prioritisation and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to provide practical technical guidance and support to the team.
- A solid understanding of safe maintenance practices and accurate work documentation.
- A team-first attitude and willingness to step in and assist wherever required.
Working At BUMA
- Career progression opportunities through training and mentoring programs.
- Discounted employee benefits on health insurance, groceries, fuel and selected retail outlets through BUMA LAB.
Goonyella Riverside Mine
Located in the Bowen Basin of Central Queensland, BMA’s Goonyella Mine is one of Queensland’s largest coal mines and is situated approximately 30 kilometres from Moranbah. BUMA Australia provides labour, supervision, technical support and mobile plant to perform truck and excavator pre-strip operations.
📌 Maintenance Leading Hand (Moranbah)
🏢 BUMA Australia
📍 Moranbah
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