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The Opportunity

We are seeking experienced Leading Hand Tyre Fitter to join the maintenance crew at Pembroke Resource’s new autonomous mine in the Bowen Basin, the Olive Downs Complex. 

Pembroke Resource’s Olive Downs Complex is a greenfield project located 40 kilometres South-East of Moranbah which commenced mining operations mid-2023. Thiess has recently been awarded a five-year contract to deliver full-service mining operations, including mine planning overburden removal, drill and blast, load and haul (autonomous), water management and rehabilitation as well as the construction of the mine infrastructure.

About The Role

As a Leading Hand Tyre Fitter, you will play a crucial role in managing and overseeing the tyre fitting and maintenance operations for large mining equipment, ensuring the safe, efficient, and effective running of our fleet. You will be responsible for supervising and mentoring a team of tyre fitters while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and company standards. This is a hands-on leadership position that offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in a challenging and rewarding industry.

In this role, you will:

• Supervise and coordinate a team of tyre fitters, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Perform and oversee tyre fitting, repairs, and maintenance on mining trucks, loaders, and other heavy machinery.
• Monitor and track tyre performance, ensuring timely replacements and repairs to prevent downtime.
• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and support to team members.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate records of tyre usage, repairs, and inventory.
• Collaborate with management to improve processes, efficiency, and safety measures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to tyres, rims, and related components.
• Ensure that tools, equipment, and work areas are maintained to a high standard.

About you 

As a successful applicant, you’ll be a high-achieving safety-focused individual who enjoys delivering results in a dynamic environment. Your attention to detail coupled with your commitment to delivering high quality work will also ensure your success in this role. The ideal candidate will have:

• Current Tyre Fitting qualification (minimum certificate 11)
• S1,2,3 and G2 supervising certificates and experience in supervising maintenance activities on an operational mine
• Proven experience as a Tyre Fitter, preferably in the mining or heavy industry.
• Experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of tyre fitting, repair, and maintenance procedures for mining machinery.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead by example.
• Drivers Licence (HR drivers licence desirable)
• High risk forklift licence as a desirable.
• Proficiency in excel and other programs desirable

 What Thiess can do for you 

• Even time (7/7) roster | 12.0hr Day Shift
• Flights from Brisbane*
• BIBO from Mackay & Moranbah
• Permanent full-time positions  
• Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine 
• Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality 
• Salary sacrifice options – flights and novated leasing   
• Individual flexibility arrangements on offer - (Live Local or DIDO)
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products. 

About us  

Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining. 

The pioneering spirit of our founders – the legendary Thiess brothers – is our legacy, and inspires our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change. 

At Thiess, you will have the opportunity to play a part in the global energy transition. We are growing our commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals critical to the energy transition, and developing services to enable sustainable mining. 

We’re creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning – supporting our people to contribute to Thiess’ success and continued growth in sustainable mining. 

We’ll support you to hone your skills and develop new ones, take on challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment. We offer our people ongoing technical training and development opportunities so they can reach their full potential. We also invest in the workforce of the future, with a range of programs for people starting their careers. 

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered. 

Learn more http://thiess.com/makeyourmark

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at hiring@thiess.com

How to apply 

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess. 

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The Strong & Sustainable Resource Communities Act 2017 principles apply to this position.