Cert II Tyre Technician Leading Hand

Cert II Tyre Technician Leading Hand - West Ang

Posted Thursday 16 October 2025 at 7:00 am

Otraco International is the world's leading provider of Earthmover/Off-road tyre management services to the mining industry. For over 50 years our world-class credentials are based on a proven ability to reduce the cost of earthmover tyre operation for major, blue chip, mining companies while maximising productivity and enhancing safety. For over 50 years, we have continued to set new benchmarks in tyre management; delivering savings with uncompromising standards of quality, safety and professionalism.

We currently require an experienced OTR Leading Hand Tyre Technician for our Rio Tinto West Angelas operations in Pilbara WA - 45km North West of Newman.

The Position:

The Leading Hand will provide a high level of continuous service on site by supporting the operations of the workshop, office, stock and personnel, and will also ensure the contracted scope of work is performed and maintained to a high standard.

- Based at West Angelas
- 8:6 – 7:7 roster
- Leading team of 3 Tyre Technicians
- Large double tyre bay with great facilities
- Komatsu 930 Primary Fleet.

Duties include:

- Prioritising and directing personnel to perform tyre fitting and workshop maintenance tasks in the most efficient, safe and cost-effective manner
- Maintaining a safe and efficient workforce by providing constructive and positive feedback as well as provide initiatives for increased safety and performance
- Demonstrating a high level of supervision to ensure all safety systems are present
- Leading by example to ensure all personnel comply with site and company policies, procedures, instructions and Golden Rules
- Actively promoting a safety culture across site operations that targets zero harm to personnel and the environment

About you:

- Preferably a minimum of 2 years of Earthmover tyre fitting experience on mine sites
- A Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical Tyre Fitting Heavy; AUR21916/ AUR21920
- A valid HR Driving licence
- Section S1; Advantageous
- Possess a high level of initiative and the ability to work well under pressure
- An understanding that safety is paramount, with a high attention to detail to abide by site safety procedures
- Possess a high level of maturity, initiative and the ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to work autonomously

What we offer:

- Ongoing in-house training and development from our RTO – to the most recent industry standard
- 5 weeks of annual leave
- Fortnightly averaged paid wages – (same consistent pay)
- Numerous financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits including salary sacrifice options, novated leasing, discounts and support programs
- A genuine, overriding commitment to Health & Safety
- Supportive work environment and career progression opportunities

We are looking for candidates who will exhibit an unwavering commitment to Health & Safety, to utilise their OTR Tyre Fitting expertise in an environment that fosters progression and development. This is a development opportunity to further extend and build upon your experience, a chance to define your career path with our world-class organisation.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with your current resume to this application. Please apply via the indicated channels. Submissions by email are not guaranteed to be accepted. For any queries or help with your application please contact recruitment at recruitment@otraco.com

Otraco does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies.

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