Leads a defined crew or work front, translating the plan into safe, controlled execution while managing people, interfaces and changing conditions.
Related role band: $150k–$210kPlanning & leadership · Leadership
Maintenance coordinator
Coordinates the execution interface between planners, supervisors, materials and production for a defined maintenance area.
Indicative 2026 annual cash$130k–$180kGross, generally before super
Common roster contextOften 8/6 or 5/2/4/3 on site; shutdown and project coverage can change the pattern.
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Coordinates the execution interface between planners, supervisors, materials and production for a defined maintenance area. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Resolve readiness and priority clashes
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Align crew, parts and access
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Track emerging delays and handovers
The assets
Equipment and systems
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Integrated schedules
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CMMS and backlog
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Shift and contractor reports
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
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Maintenance execution and work-management experience
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Clearly delegated coordination authority
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Supervisor and statutory duties remain separate unless appointed
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
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Work fronts coordinated
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Constraint decisions and escalations
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Completed-work and backlog outcomes
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
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Build planning or supervisory depth
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Take relief coordination scope
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Manage broader execution interfaces
Earning context
What tends to move pay
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Experience and verified scope
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Roster, location and shift pattern
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Employer, contract and allowances
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
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Is this base salary, gross cash or a package including super?
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Which roster, point of hire, ordinary hours and overtime terms apply?
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What duties, equipment and written authorities are included in the offer?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Owns the maintenance strategy, people, budget and execution performance for a mine's assigned asset portfolio.
Related role band: $210k–$320kLeads several crews or supervisors and owns a broader operating or maintenance area and its performance.
Related role band: $190k–$280kProgression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. A related profile is a starting point, not a guarantee of that exact title or scope. Browse all 98 role profiles →
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining comparisons, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Pay presentation reviewed 27 September 2026.