Job Description
Supervisor Maintenance - Maximum Term

 

 

  • Fixed Term Opportunity
  • (October 2026 – March 2027)
  • 8/6 days only roster | FIFO from Perth to the Roy Hill Mine

 

Our vision:

As a leading iron ore producer, Hancock Iron Ore is helping secure the resources, jobs and prosperity that underpin the nation’s future. Guided by our vision to be the best mining company for Australia, we measure success not only by what we produce, but by the difference we make. We value creating opportunities, helping build regional and remote areas, and supporting Australian businesses by unlocking potential wherever it exists. Being 'For Australia' means delivering lasting benefits for today and for generations to come.

 

About the role:

The Process Plant team is currently seeking a Supervisor Conveyor & Services to join them on a 8/6 Days Only Roster based at Roy Hill Mine. Reporting to the Superintendent Maintenance Services, you will be responsible for safe and effective execution of maintenance plans, rapid response to equipment issues and the maximisation of availability and reliability at an optimised cost.

 

Duties:

  • Provide leadership and direction to all Central Services maintenance personnel, including subcontractors, while reinforcing a risk-based, behavioural safety system and setting clear performance expectations
  • Develop a culture that values conformance to plan, address unacceptable behaviour using the disciplinary process, and identify training and development opportunities for team members
  • Maintain professional relationships with suppliers and subcontractors, identify required skills within the department, and assist Superintendents with recruitment
  • Supervise maintenance personnel, ensuring efficient and effective work practices, conducting regular performance reviews, and managing handover processes
  • Coach, train, and influence team members, oversee training and induction plans, and seek continuous improvement opportunities for people, processes, and equipment
  • Manage weekly work and shutdowns to ensure timely, safe, and rigorous repairs and inspections, resulting in high equipment reliability and minimal breakdowns
  • Provide input into the annual Processing Maintenance budget and ensure activities meet organisational requirements for quality management, health and safety, and environmental policies
  • Follow Roy Hill Work and Shutdown Management processes, ensuring cross-departmental collaboration, set targets for high schedule compliance, and ensure maintenance Work Instructions (WINs) are documented and followed to minimize risk and ensure compliance with standards, procedures, and permit requirements

 

Skills and Experience:

  • Experience at Supervisor Level in a processing environment/large scale mining
  • Experience in conveyor maintenance, cranes and scaffolding, maintenance planning, and maintenance execution is desirable
  • Australian recognised Trade qualification preferred
  • S26 Statutory Supervisor Certification
  • Current WA Drivers Licence, Unrestricted C Class

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About Hancock Iron Ore

Hancock Iron Ore has a portfolio of world-class iron ore operations located in West Australia’s Pilbara region, with a strong history of delivering reliable products for our customers in key international markets. We have four operating mines: Roy Hill, Miralga Creek, Sanjiv Ridge, and McPhee Creek, plus a range of exciting development opportunities.
 
We deliver more than 70 million tonnes of ore each year through our own two-berth port facility at Stanley Point and the multi-user Utah Point in Port Hedland, providing the materials needed to foster global economic growth and development. Leveraging established infrastructure, including our processing plant and 344km independently owned and operated heavy haul railway, our operation oversees each moment from when ore is mined through to when it is shipped.

Life at the Roy Hill Mine

Our Mine Village is a modern, comfortable home away from home, with recent extensive upgrades to accommodation, dining, fitness, recreation, and wellbeing facilities. Residents can enjoy renovated rooms with contemporary amenities, high-quality dining with healthy, vegan, and gluten-free options, upgraded gym and pool facilities, social and recreation spaces, SWIFT in-room entertainment, a 24/7 retail offering, and an active calendar of community, lifestyle, learning, and family-friendly activities.

Equal Opportunity

Hancock Iron Ore is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, Veteran personnel and females to apply. We are a fair, diverse and welcoming workplace. We are proud of our relationships with our Traditional Owners and value the difference these partnerships make to the success of the project and to the lives of the people on whose land we operate.

Application Information

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

This advertisement will close no later than the Posting End Date specified.  We may close the advertisement early should suitable candidate/s be identified, so encourage prompt applications.

Recruitment Agency submissions will not be considered.
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Posting End Date:  17/09/2026
Information at a Glance
Business Unit:  Operations
Job Location:  Roy Hill Mine (FIFO)
Posting End Date:  17/09/2026
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