Underground Maintenance Supervisor

About the role

We are looking for an Underground Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team at our Waihi underground gold mine. The role offers a stable residential lifestyle with no FIFO rotation, allowing you to enjoy the local community and natural surroundings.

Key responsibilities

• Directly supervise all maintenance activities performed by the underground maintenance department and contracted personnel.
• Ensure the availability and reliability of underground mobile plant and equipment through effective scheduling and resource allocation.
• Provide technical guidance, oversee breakdown response, and guarantee timely completion of planned maintenance.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance work and drive continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Promote safe work practices, comply with company safety policies, and support a healthy work environment.
• Motivate, coach, and develop the maintenance team, handling performance management and conflict resolution.

Required profile

• Proven experience supervising underground maintenance operations, preferably in a mining environment.
• Strong understanding of safety standards and ability to enforce them.
• Leadership skills with a focus on team development and performance.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and allocate resources effectively.

Required skills

• Underground mobile plant maintenance.
• Equipment breakdown troubleshooting.
• Maintenance scheduling and record‑keeping.