Project Supervisor (Mechanical Trade) – Highwall Mining

Coal Augering Services – Bowen Basin (Moranbah Region) 7/7 Roster | Day Shift Only | Accommodation & Meals Provided

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.

We’re now seeking an experienced Project Supervisor with a Mechanical Trade (or equivalent mechanical competency) to join 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. Learn more at www.coalaugering.com.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a mechanically‑strong Project Supervisor who enjoys variety, responsibility, and a day shift roster, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your resume (including referee contact details) and a cover letter addressing the essential skills and experience to [email protected] or apply directly via SEEK.