Mechanical Lead/Supervisor

About Us

Pakka Jacks (part of Sime Darby Industrial) is revolutionizing the mining industry with our patented lifting system, which is safer, faster, and more cost-effective than any other jacking system. Our system reduces downtime by up to 80% and costs by up to 75%, making it the benchmark for safety, cost, and machine availability.

Why Pakka Jacks?

• Innovative Technology:Tested and refined over ten years in the toughest mine conditions.
• Industry Adoption:Trusted by major mining companies nationwide.
• Proven Results:No company has returned to old systems after using Pakka Jack lifts

The Role

This role is offering you an opportunity to establish yourself with an established brand with strategic growth plans and permanent work. In this technical role, your key responsibilities will include:

• Performing specialist jacking work during slew bearing changes, track frame removal & replacement and other maintenance work for our client's hydraulic excavators and shovels;
• Carrying out all work using the appropriate control guidelines to ensure the planned outcome is achieved and delivered in the required timeframe;
• Providing continuous improvement recommendations within the business and to our clients;
• Delivering strong customer service to our valued clients;
• Local and interstate travel regularly for periods up to 7 - 10 days, occasionally longer when conducting our specialist jacking work with associated shutdown support.

About You

• Trade Qualification in any of the following disciplines - Diesel Fitter, Fitter Machinist, Plant Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Boilermaker or Auto Electrician
• Previous experience working with excavators / shovels and on mine sites will be highly regarded
• High regard for workplace health and safety
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Basic computer literacy and well-developed communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and within strict time frames
• Current valid driver's licence

What we Offer

• Permanent position
• An exciting and challenging role with an established brand
• Market competitive pay rates with onsite and interstate allowances
• Fully assessed training provided, laptop and mobile phone supplied
• Travel between sites and a range of locations around Australia
• Employee Benefits including discounts on private health insurance, vehicles, retail products, salary sacrificing (novated lease) options.
• Salary Continuance (income protection)
• Employee assistance programs for employees and their immediate family

All applications will be treated with the strictest of confidentiality and only successful candidates will be contacted for interview.

Be Part of the Future: Experience the difference and join a company that is setting international standards. If you want to be part of this game-changing technology, contact us today!

Sime Darby Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer.