Kickstart your career or take the next step with Hastings Deering - where our people build something BIGGER.

We're looking for experienced Foreman to join our team in Mount Isa to oversee daily workshop activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality service delivery. You will support and guide a team of tradespeople. Maintenance workflow and job allocation and ensure all work is completed to company standard. This is a Permanent, Full time, Monday to Friday role.

Who are we and why work with us?

Hastings Deering is proud to be one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat® products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine.

We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.

When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive Salary & Security - A rewarding salary package with yearly reviews, along with a range of benefits designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security.
• Training & Career Development - Opportunities for training, mentorship, and career development specific to your role.
• Stable & Long-Term Career - Benefit from the security of a stable, long-term position at Hastings Deering, offering you peace of mind and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
• Leadership Development - At Hastings Deering, we offer the opportunity to be mentored by experienced leaders and give you access to ongoing leadership and professional development training to help you advance in your career.
• Global Opportunities - Access to growth opportunities at a regional, national, and international level through our global Sime network.
• Health & Wellbeing Support - Dedicated programs and utilities to support your physical, mental, and financial health, such as our Employee Assistance Program, free health checks, and discounted private health insurance.
• Team & Culture - Join a tight-knit team where collaboration thrives, with regular staying connected lunches, team BBQs, and an active social group that fosters a positive and engaging work environment.
• Additional area allowance for residents - Receive a 24.5% area allowance on top of your hourly rate when residing in Mount Isa.

What you'll be doing:

As a Foreman at Hastings Deering, you will:

• Leadership & Team Coordination - Lead, coordinate, and supervise workshop personnel to achieve operational targets, ensuring smooth team performance and alignment with goals.
• Scheduling & Workflow Management - Manage daily scheduling, job allocation, and work prioritisation while maintaining accurate records, work orders, and reporting for operational efficiency.
• Safety & Compliance - Uphold safety standards by fostering a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with WHS procedures across all activities.
• Quality Assurance - Conduct quality checks, inspections, and final sign-off to guarantee all work meets technical and customer expectations, supported by accurate documentation.
• Workforce Development - Support team growth through coaching, mentoring, and performance management, building capability and engagement.
• Collaboration & Productivity - Work closely with Service Supervisor, Advisor, and key stakeholders to optimise productivity and streamline operations.
• Technical Support - Assist with troubleshooting, diagnostics, and technical problem-solving to maintain high standards of service delivery.

What you'll need:

A successful teammate will have experience in:

• Qualified and experienced - hold a relevant trade qualification in mechanical, diesel fitting or heavy equipment.

• Leadership Experience - Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience within a workshop, mining, or heavy industry environment, ensuring effective team coordination and operational success.
• Technical expertise - strong background with large Caterpillar machines, diesel engines, mining/construction machine applications, and power generation.
• Industry knowledge - proven experience in frontline service within heavy mining and construction industries.
• Systems capability - confident with computing, including Microsoft AX and Power BI.
• Product knowledge - in-depth understanding of Caterpillar machinery, products, and services.
• Safety focused - committed to maintaining the highest standards of workplace health and safety.
• Customer-oriented communicator - highly developed verbal and interpersonal skills with a strong focus on customer service.
• Thrives under pressure - able to perform in a fast-paced environment and consistently deliver on expectations.

Interested? Here's What's Next:

If you're interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we'd love to hear from you!

📌 Apply Now - click the button below.
📞 Enquiries: 1300 071 618
👤 Contact: Taylor Collett - Talent Acquisition Partner

Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.

Please note that our Talent Acquisition team will be taking a well-deserved break over the Christmas and New Year period from 19th December 2025 to 5th January 2026. While we're recharging and enjoying some festive cheer, applications and emails will not be monitored. Don't worry, your application is safe with us! We'll be back in the new year, refreshed and ready to connect. Thanks for your patience and happy holidays!