Project Manager - HME Rebuilds

About the role

A leading Mining Services company based in Mackay is looking for an experienced Project Manager to manage multiple full machine rebuild projects across major mining OEM equipment, including dump trucks, dozers and excavators. The role takes ownership of projects from planning through to completion, ensuring rebuilds are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with customer expectations, project timelines and budgets.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, manage and regularly update project Gantt charts to track milestones, timelines and deliverables (non-negotiable requirement)
• Manage several machine rebuild projects at once so work stays on schedule
• Maintain close contact with customers and give them regular progress updates
• Work with the Workshop Supervisor and stay hands-on on the workshop floor to monitor progress and address delays
• Oversee parts ordering and tracking with the Stores team
• Coordinate third-party contractors and suppliers, with forward planning for current and future projects
• Compile and submit weekly project variations, and prepare weekly customer progress reports
• Lead weekly WIP meetings, identify potential delays and implement corrective actions

Required profile

• Ideal: demonstrated Project Manager experience in mining, heavy equipment or mining services
• Exposure to full machine rebuilds, major maintenance or heavy equipment refurbishment
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and competing deadlines
• Strong commercial awareness, including variations, cost tracking and WIP reporting
• Experience coordinating workshop operations, parts procurement and third-party contractors
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management, with a proactive, hands-on approach

Required skills

• Gantt chart preparation and project scheduling
• WIP reporting and variation management

What we offer

• Full-time, permanent position
• Monday to Friday working week
• Based in Mackay