ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Leading Hand to support the delivery of safe, reliable, and efficient maintenance operations at Bell Bay. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for coordinating daily maintenance activities while actively participating in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance across plant, mobile equipment, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and support a small maintenance team in daily activities
• Allocate and prioritise preventative and reactive maintenance tasks
• Perform hands‑on maintenance, fault‑finding, and repairs on plant, mobile equipment, and infrastructure
• Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimise operational downtime
• Provide technical support, mentoring, and on‑the‑job coaching to team members
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with WHS, HSE, and permit requirements
• Conduct toolbox talks and participate in safety meetings
• Ensure isolation, risk assessments, and controls are in place prior to work commencing
• Coordinate and supervise contractors performing maintenance work
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation
• Ensure tools, equipment, and work areas are kept in a safe and serviceable condition
• Liaise with operations teams to plan maintenance activities with minimal disruption

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant trade qualification (Mechanical or Electrical – essential)
• Experience working in an industrial, port, logistics, mining, or heavy maintenance environment
• Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating a small maintenance team
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
• Sound understanding of maintenance safety systems, isolations, and risk management
• Basic computer skills and experience with maintenance reporting systems
• Ability to obtain or hold an MSIC
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable legislation relating to load restraints
• Knowledge and experience of applicable standards and legislation for dangerous goods handling and storage awareness
• Minimum Certificate III qualifications in warehousing operations

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience maintaining mobile plant and materials handling equipment
• High‑risk work licences (e.g. forklift, EWP, dogging, rigging)
• Experience using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Key Competencies

• Leadership
• Integrity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Safety‑focused mindset
• Planning and prioritisation skills
• Problem solving ability
• Managing risk
• Ability to work autonomously in a high‑pressure environment
• Team‑oriented with a continuous improvement focus
• Time management

ABOUT YOU

You will be committed to safety in the workplace and be committed to 100% Chain of Responsibility compliance. We're proud of our ‘Qube BeSafe’ initiative and provide extensive on-the-job training to ensure you get home safely at the end of every day.

Qube is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage women, veterans and Indigenous peoples of all ages to apply

ABOUT US

Qube Ports provides port solutions and logistics services with bulk and general handling facilities in over 40 Australian, New Zealand and Southeast Asian ports. Qube Energy/Forestry is a subsidiary of Qube Ports. Qube Ports is the leading Stevedoring, Bulk Logistics and Port Management service provider in Australia

Qube Ports manages 25 sites for the forestry industry in Australia and New Zealand and is also the leading provider of supply chain logistics services to the energy sector, supporting thousands of onshore wells and rig supply vessels, barges and offshore construction vessels annually.

We lead the market in providing purpose-designed solutions for our customers, handling containers, bulk, automotive and general cargo. 

BE SAFE is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to creating a safe working environment for our team and clients, ensuring that every operation is conducted with the highest standards of safety and care. Our focus on efficiency means we are constantly optimising our processes to deliver the best results, while our dedication to reliability ensures that our clients can count on us to meet their needs, every time.

Imagine working with a team that is committed to maximising the value of our current services while boldly diversifying into a full suite of in-house transport, and supply chain services. Our operations are data-driven and supported by cutting-edge systems and IT solutions, all managed by a high-performance team dedicated to excellence.

Why QUBE?

At Qube, we recognise that our people are our most important asset and are the engine that drives our organisation, playing a vital role in ensuring our business achieve our objectives and deliver on our commitments. We believe that attracting the right people, maximising their contribution, and rewarding performance is vital for success.

BENEFITS

1. Up to 50% off gyms, studios, active wear, healthy meals, supplements, recovery and more through the Qube Fit program.
2. Discounted health insurance 
3. Special paid leave to participate in volunteering activities
4. Unlimited access to employee assistance program delivered through Sonder
5. Generous paid parental leave
6. Access to Qube wellbeing program

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that is experiencing rapid growth and continued leadership. Apply now!