Cougar is an industry leader in premium mining equipment & solutions across the east coast of Australia. Our range of products and accessories are designed to meet the demands of contemporary underground mining, offering a full suite of the latest underground equipment for hire, including LHDs, personnel carriers, and run of mine support machines.

About the role
We are seeking 2 x experienced, approachable and committed mechanical Leading Hands to join our team at our Tomago facility. Reporting to the Workshop & Field Service Manager, you will be responsible for the day to day workshop activities on the floor of our Hire Fleet business unit, ensuring work is carried out safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards as you support our tradesman and apprentices and monitor job progress.

The positions are full time with an immediate start.

Key responsibilities

- Task Supervision – Lead the execution of daily workshop tasks, ensuring team members follow instructions, procedures, and safe work practices.

- Job Readiness – Ensure work areas, parts, tooling, and documentation are prepared ahead of scheduled tasks.

- Quality Assurance – Monitor workmanship and adherence to job specifications, raising issues with the Coordinator or QA as needed.

- Workforce Guidance – Provide mentoring and direction to apprentices and tradespeople, supporting their technical development.

- Progress Tracking – Communicate job status updates, completion risks,



and resource needs to the Workshop Coordinator.

- Safety Leadership – Promote and enforce workplace safety standards, ensure pre-starts and risk assessments are completed.

- Housekeeping and Maintenance – Oversee cleanliness, organisation, and readiness of workstations and tools.

What we're looking for

- Recognised Trade Certificate

- Minimum 5 years of trade experience in a workshop or manufacturing environment.

- Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience.

- Understanding of workshop safety procedures and quality standards.

- Experience in mining or heavy industrial equipment manufacturing

- Basic knowledge of ERP/job management systems.

What we offer

Cougar are committed to a safety-first work environment and culture. We exist to provide growth, opportunity, wellbeing and a good quality of life for our people and their families. Offering:

- Competitive rates

- Wellbeing support

- Income protection

- Fitness Passport

- Flexible rosters

- Fortnightly BBQs

- Available support from safety, HR and leadership

Apply now

If you are an experienced mechanical tradesperson with leadership capabilities and a passion for operational excellence, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your CV, relevant qualifications and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for this role to the Cougar Group recruitment team.

📌 Leading Hands - Mechanical (Tomago)
🏢 Cougar Group
📍 Tomago