Major Shutdowns Coordinator at CQ Field Mining Services

, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Shutdown Planning, Resource Allocation, Project Coordination, Risk Management, Budgeting, Leadership, Fixed Plant Maintenance, Dragline Maintenance, Shovel Maintenance, Safety Leadership, Contractor Management, Execution Strategies

Industry

Description

About the Role FMS Group is seeking an experienced, highly organised, and safety-focused Major Shutdown Coordinator to join our shutdown division. You will be working across a 4D/4N/4RnR roster across various sites within the Bowen Basin. Mackay Candidates are encouraged to apply. This role is responsible for the planning, coordination, and successful execution of major shutdowns and maintenance projects across draglines, shovels, and fixed plant assets. Working closely with site management, supervisors, clients, and project teams, you will ensure shutdown activities are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities * Coordinate and oversee major shutdown activities across multiple Bowen Basin mine sites working across a 4/4/4 roster * Develop detailed shutdown plans, schedules, resource allocations, and execution strategies * Lead and coordinate supervisors, trades personnel, contractors, and support teams to ensure successful shutdown delivery * Ensure all shutdown works are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with client, site, and company requirements * Monitor shutdown progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to minimise delays and maximise productivity * Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance shutdown performance, safety, and operational efficiency * Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all work activities What You'll Bring * Trade Qualification in Mechanical Fitting, Diesel Fitting, Engineering, or a related discipline * Current S123 and G2 competencies * Extensive coal mining experience within the Bowen Basin * Demonstrated experience coordinating and delivering major shutdowns within mining environments * Strong leadership experience managing supervisors, tradespeople, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams * Proven experience with dragline, shovel, CHPP, and fixed plant maintenance shutdowns * Sound understanding of shutdown budgeting, project controls, and risk management * Strong commitment to workplace safety, leadership, and teamwork * Ability to pass pre-employment medicals and ongoing drug and alcohol testing * Current Coal Board Medical and Standard 11 certification * Current Driver's Licence Why Work With Us? * Ongoing shutdown and maintenance opportunities across the Bowen Basin * Company work vehicle supplied * Competitive remuneration package and weekly pay * Salary packaging options, including novated leasing * Access to Flare HR employee benefits * Employee referral rewards program * Service recognition rewards * Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and people About Us Established in 2005 as CQ Field Mining Services, FMS Group has grown from a regional provider into a diversified, multi-division organisation delivering integrated solutions across Australia and Papua New Guinea. Our growth reflects a strong focus on capability, innovation, and meeting evolving client needs, with key expansions including PNG (2013), WA (2017), and the formation of Field Mining Services Group in 2019. Since then, we have strengthened our service offering through specialised divisions spanning Safety Lift Solutions, engineering, electrical, onsite machining, and parts and equipment, alongside infrastructure maintenance projects and the acquisition of Schlam CRU in 2025. Rebranded as FMS Group in 2024, we are now a fully integrated, one-stop solution for mobile and fixed plant maintenance, shutdowns, infrastructure projects, and capital equipment sales across mining, construction, oil and gas, marine, and renewables. Interested in knowing more about us: About FMS Group | Heavy Industry Services Since 2005 [https://fms-group.com.au/about-us/] Delivering the best……every time. FMS Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs. We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee major shutdown activities and maintenance projects for draglines, shovels, and fixed plant assets across Bowen Basin mine sites. Develop detailed schedules and lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, on-time, and budget-compliant delivery.