General Manager - Plant & Asset

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will be part of the Leadership Group that will drive future growth by providing Maintenance, asset management, and technical support to Redpath Australia group. With a modern fleet of equipment worth approx. $500m, and preferred supplier arrangements in place with leading OEM’s this is a role that doesn’t come up very often.

You will be managing a corporate Plant & Assets support team based in our Eagle Farm office plus playing a key role in supporting our maintenance teams on the ground at mine sites around the county, and oversight of our Brisbane and Kalgoorlie Service Centers. Critical to this role is continuing to build strong relationships with underground equipment OEM’s and making sure equipment purchases are fit for purpose. Whilst managing the whole equipment lifecycle through to overhauls or disposals.

• Efficiently manage the life cycle of plant and equipment assets of Redpath Australia Group;
  
• Managing the acquisition, maintenance, upgrading, and disposal of physical plant and equipment to maximize return on investment;
  
• Assist tendering with plant and equipment selection;
  
• Plan and organize the schedules, resources and allocation of activities to maintain the quality and value in the fleet and ensure production/development remains at optimum levels;
  
• Overseeing preventative and predictive maintenance programs to minimize equipment downtime and ensure structural longevity.
  
• Manage budgets and administer the cost control systems;
  
• Plan and ensure quality overhauls, repairs and maintenance of Redpath's equipment fleet;
  
• Actively participate in safety leadership-based activities;
  
• Liaise with projects, suppliers, and subcontractors for continued efficient workflow; and
  
• Coordinate and assist project management staff to have appropriate resourcing and equipment; and
  
• Procurement & Vendor Management: Oversight of the supply chain and procurement team.
  

• Mechanical Trade Qualification and/or Tertiary Qualification in Mechanical Engineering;
  
• Experience in mobilizing equipment and ongoing fleet maintenance in an underground mining environment;
  
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in key leadership/management roles in an underground mining environment;
  
• Demonstrated experience in leading and maintaining a productive maintenance workforce;
  
• Solid planning and organizational skills to schedule and allocate works in balance with production and maintenance needs;
  
• A safety approach in keeping with Redpath's motto Safety - First, Last and Always;
  

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.About Redpath

The Redpath Group is a leading mining contractor with projects across Australia and globally. We specialise in shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, engineering & technical services, and speciality services in the Metalliferous and Coal mining sectors.

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Redpath is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates wanting to join a friendly, collaborative team in a fast paced business environment.

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