At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a small team in hands-on mechanical repairs and maintenance in highwall mining.
- Company: Join Australia's only highwall auger mining contractor with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 7/7 roster, accommodation, meals, and a stable work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and innovative industry.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a unique mining setting while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Project Supervisor in coal mining and strong mechanical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
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.
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 required
- Strong 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 innovative coal recovery solutions for major mining clients. Our specialised equipment and experienced team allow us to operate where others can’t.
Project Supervisor (Mechanical Trade) in Moranbah employer: Coal Augering Services
At Coal Augering Services, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and innovative employer in the Bowen Basin region. Our unique focus on highwall auger mining allows for a hands-on work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. With a 7/7 roster, accommodation and meals provided, and opportunities for professional growth within a small, skilled team, this role offers a rewarding experience in a stable and dynamic industry.
