Project Supervisor (Mechanical Trade) – Highwall Mining

Coal Augering Services – Bowen Basin (Moranbah Region) 7/7 Roster | Day Shift Only | Accommodation & Meals Provided

Coal Augering Services (CAS) is Australia’s only highwall auger mining contractor, operating unique, specialised equipment across major open‑cut sites. We’re a small, skilled team looking for a hands‑on Project Supervisor with strong mechanical capability to support our Bowen Basin operations.

We’re now seeking an experienced Project Supervisor with a Mechanical Trade (or equivalent mechanical competency) to join our Bowen Basin operations. If you enjoy leading small teams, solving mechanical challenges, and being hands‑on in a unique mining environment, this role offers something different — and genuinely rewarding.

Why You’ll Love This Role

- 7/7 roster – day shift only
- Accommodation and meals provided while on site
- Work with unique, specialised highwall auger mining equipment
- Small, supportive team where your contribution is recognised
- A role with real autonomy , variety, and impact
- Strong, stable business with long‑term client relationships

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Project Supervisor, you’ll lead and support a small crew across production, compliance, and maintenance activities. Your mechanical capability will be essential — you’ll be diagnosing issues, performing hands‑on repairs, and ensuring equipment is operating safely and efficiently.

Key responsibilities include:

- Leading and directing the workforce in production, compliance, and maintenance
- Carrying out hands‑on mechanical repairs, fault finding, and maintenance




- Liaising with clients and maintaining strong working relationships
- Ensuring compliance with the Safety & Health Management System
- Implementing and applying the risk management process
- Using Microsoft Office and other computer-based systems for reporting and documentation
- Maintaining accurate filing and record keeping
- Using gas detectors and supporting gas management processes

About You

You’re a capable, safety‑focused supervisor who enjoys working with your hands and leading small teams. You’re practical, reliable, and confident making decisions in a production environment.

To be successful, you will have:

- Minimum 1 year experience as a Project Supervisor in coal mining (production experience highly desirable)
- Mechanical trade or proven high mechanical competency
- OR RIISAM401E in lieu of trade
- Experience with gas detectors and gas management (highly regarded)
- Willingness to work alongside your team when requiredStrong communication and team‑building skills
- Sound computer skills
- Open QLD Driver’s Licence
- Current Coal Board Medical
- Standard 11 (Surface)
- S123 (G1, G8, G9)
- G2 – Carry out the Risk Management Process
- RIIMPO304E – Conduct Wheel Loader Operations

About Us

Coal Augering Services (CAS) is Australia’s only highwall auger mining contractor, delivering safe, efficient, and cutting-edge coal recovery solutions for major mining clients. Our specialised equipment and experienced team allow us to operate where others can’t. Learn more at

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📌 Project Supervisor (Mechanical Trade) – Highwall Mining (Moranbah)
🏢 Coal Augering Services
📍 Moranbah