Australia, Perth
Fulltime: 84 hrs a week
Experience: 4 years
Closing: 07 February 2025

Introduction

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Tyre Technician to join our team, working on a 2:2 roster, with potential for permanency. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and repairing light and heavy mining equipment with essential experience on CAT and Liebherr machinery, for our valued client and leading iron ore producer.

About this role

As a Tyre Fitter, you will play a vital front-line role in ensuring the safe and efficient maintenance of heavy equipment tyres on-site. Reporting to the Supervisor, this exciting opportunity allows you to contribute to the seamless operation of machinery, ensuring compliance with all safety standards, company policies, and operational procedures, while collaborating with a skilled team to support our site's success.

Duties:

  • Inspect, repair, replace, and rotate tyres on mining equipment, including haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and other machinery
  • Conduct thorough checks for tyre wear, damage, and pressure, addressing issues promptly to avoid equipment downtime
  • Operate tyre-changing and balancing machinery, including hydraulic and pneumatic tools
  • Maintain the organisation and cleanliness of the tyre bay, ensuring tools and equipment are in good condition
  • Record all work completed and maintain accurate logs of tyre inventory and usage
  • Adhere strictly to site safety procedures and protocols, including working within designated tyre bay areas
  • Support the maintenance team with tyre-related needs, including breakdowns on-site

Is this you?

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Tyre Fitter in a mining or heavy industrial environment
  • Certificate II in Automotive Tyre Servicing Technology or equivalent
  • Minimum 2+ years post certificate experience working large mining vehicles withpreference on CAT and Liebherr
  • Ability to work on both light and heavy mining equipment
  • High Risk Work Licence - Forklift
  • Telehandler experince
  • Valid Manual Drivers licence, (HR prefered)
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety
  • Full Australian Working Rights
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety and zero harm
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

Benefits:

  • Supportive workplace culture that values your growth and success
  • Camp facilities include a gym, and a fantastic wet mess, offering a comfortable experience
  • Rolling roster, providing a stable and predictable work schedule
  • Personalised guidance throughout the recruitment process
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

What we offer 

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trade and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating locally since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your interest using the 'Apply' button. Applying is quick and easy - just make sure you have the following documents ready to go:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter (optional)

Do you have questions?

If you have questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact e.corica@brunel.net.

Do you have questions?

EC

Ellyssiah Corica

+61 8 9429 5639