Longwall Mechanical Trade Supervisor

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  • Full time
  • Lilyvale, Queensland, Australia
  • Maintenance - Supervisor Admin or Technical
Job ID JR105288 Closing date 06/12/2025 Last Updated 21/11/2025

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Longwall Mechanical Trade Supervisor

Oaky Creek Coal

Tieri, QLD

OPEN TO CURRENT OCC EMPLOYEES AND CONTRACTORS ONLY

Oaky Creek Coal, a Glencore Managed Operation, produces high quality export coking coal. We are a large, dynamic mine with a proven track record. We’re professional, take personal ownership and we’re committed to providing exceptional outcomes all while delivering safe coal. At Oaky we know it’s our people that make it all possible. Our culture promotes flexibility and team work and rewards dedicated people with a can-do spirit, who take responsibility, and who have the drive to be leaders in their field.  We expect a lot, but we give a lot in return. We recognise and reward exceptional work.

We know it’s our people that make it all possible. Our culture promotes teamwork and rewards dedicated people with a can-do spirit, who take responsibility, and who have the drive to be leaders in their field. We expect a lot, but we give a lot in return, recognising and rewarding exceptional work and helping you achieve your career and professional goals.

The Role:

  • Full-time permanent

  • Even-time 7/7 rostered position

Reporting to the Longwall Mechanical Coordinator, you will be responsible for:

  • the supervision of maintenance and mechanical trades

  • implementing the longwall maintenance schedule

  • carrying out daily inspections

  • assisting the Longwall Mechanical Coordinator

                                   

Oaky Creek Coal is looking for an engaging and driven individual that has the passion for managing people and has an exceptional ability to be able to get the most out of their crew. You will be well organised and have excellent time management skills.  Demonstrated visible leadership and communication skills are essential and the ability to establish positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders will be held in high regard. 

  

The successful applicant will have:

  • at least 5 years’ experience with longwall systems

  • a QLD Mechanical Trade Certificate

  • Senior First Aid

  • supervisor qualifications

Just as importantly, we’ve worked hard to make sure you feel valued. In return, here are just some of the benefits we offer:

  • Direct employment with Glencore – we are a responsible miner of coal that has a track record of operational excellence

  • Highly competitive mining salary with annual increases + coal bonus

  • Attractive over-time rates

  • 6 weeks' annual leave per year

  • Access to Coal Mining Industry Long Service Leave - one of the most generous long service leave schemes of any industry in the country

  • Generously subsidised housing, or permanently allocated camp accommodation

  • Fully laundered uniforms

  • Opportunities to salary sacrifice flights and/or enter into a novated lease vehicle arrangement

  • Private Health or Salary Continuance reimbursement up to $3,500

  • Active Lifestyle reimbursement for local amenities

  • Years of service awards and Christmas gifts

  • Town events and yearly Christmas parties 

  • Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses up to $600

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to the whole family

  • Provision for education assistance if you are wanting to further your studies down the track

The local town of Tieri has an exceptional standard of living and a vast array of facilities for adults and children. Visit www.tieri.com.au to see what it’s really like to live and work in this top little town.

As per company policy, internal applicants should discuss their interest in these positions with their manager prior to applying.

Glencore provides unrivalled career and development prospects, great communities and the opportunity to work with leaders in your field.