Maintenance Supervisor

ABOUT SO4

SO4 is on a mission to produce world-class Sulphate of Potash (SOP). Our Lake Way asset is in the Goldfields region of Western Australia, 15 kms south of Wiluna. With our first product successfully delivered and operations ramping up, we are entering an exciting phase of growth.

Be a part of this exhilarating new chapter and join an innovative and forward-thinking mining company at the forefront of a new industry in Australia, who are focused on sustainability and making a change.

Our values guide the way we work every day:

People | Ownership | Nurture | Drive | Safety

We value integrity, accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement while ensuring the safety of our people and the sustainability of our operations.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading maintenance activities to maximise the safety, reliability, and availability of plant and non-process infrastructure, while ensuring maintenance targets, statutory compliance requirements, and production continuity are achieved.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain the processing plant and non-process infrastructure to ensure all mechanical equipment operates efficiently

• Conduct diagnostics and fault finding on fixed plant and infrastructure equipment to effect repairs and maintain asset availability

• Ensure compliance with statutory and industry standards for mechanical installations and works on site

• Minimise lost production time through effective execution of planned maintenance of equipment

• Maintain accurate records of completed mechanical work, including work orders, logbooks, test sheets, and cataloguing

• Coordinate and supervise maintenance activities to ensure maintenance targets are achieved and high-quality outputs are delivered

• Assist, guide, and mentor direct reports, ensuring appropriate training and instruction for safe and compliant work practices

• Prepare weekly reporting metrics for work schedule compliance and input daily maintenance statistics into plant reporting systems

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the maintenance department and identify opportunities to improve processes and performance

• Manage short-term and long-term contractors and liaise with the Maintenance Superintendent and Processing Superintendent to prioritise maintenance activities.

ABOUT YOU

Have proven experience in mechanical maintenance of plant and non-process infrastructure, with strong leadership skills and a commitment to safety. Be a proactive solutions-driven person, coupled with building strong working relationships while driving operational excellence.

To be successful you will have:

• Minimum of 7–10 years’ experience in mechanical maintenance, including 3–5 years working on processing plants with preventative maintenance programs and systems
• Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in a remote or industrial environment, with exposure to maintenance planning and team leadership
• Advanced experience in mechanical fault finding, including the ability to interpret plant and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID) and general arrangement drawings (GAD)
• Intermediate experience in fabrication and maintenance of plant and non-process infrastructure
• Completion of an Australian recognised Mechanical or Fabrication Trade Certificate
• Completion of Certificate IV Frontline Management
• Completion of minimum requirements to satisfy Section 26 statutory requirements, including Level 4 risk management competencies and the DMIRS mining law examination applicable to the position
• Current “HR” Class Western Australian driver’s license
• Confined Spaces (CS) and Working at Heights (HTS) certification
• Forklift (LF) and Elevated Work Platform (EWP) licence
• Non-slewing mobile crane (CN) and Perform Dogging (DG) licence
• Construction White Card

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where people enjoy coming to work, support each other's success, and share knowledge freely while working towards common goals.

• Our benefits continue to grow, some of these include.
• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Healthy and competitive salary
• FIFO ex Perth, short commute direct to site
• 14:14 roster
• Team social events
• 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, including return to work incentive
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness App
• Manager Assistance Program (MAP)
• Salary Packaging (Novated Lease Vehicles, Electronic Devices, Education Expenses, FIFO Travel and FIFO Airport Car Parking)
• Salary Sacrificing (Superannuation)

HOW TO APPLY

If you're a motivated maintenance professional looking to make an impact in a dynamic operational environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now by submitting your current resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applicants must have unrestricted Australian working rights and be able to meet site access requirements, including a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening, and a current National Police Clearance in accordance with WA mining regulations.

Pre-employment checks will be conducted in accordance with applicable WA legislation and company policy.

SO4 celebrates diversity and encourages applicants from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.