Supervisor, Tyre

Supervisor, Tyre - Olive Downs Complex

Job ID 931834
Job Type Permanent Full Time
Location Australia - All, Australia - Mackay
Categories Mining Maintenance, Supervisory / Management, Trade - Tyre fitter

Applications close
16 Dec 2025 E. Australia Standard Time

Make your mark with Thiess 

Every day, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change. 

Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment. 

Thiess is the place to make things happen.

The opportunity

Pembroke Resources' Olive Downs Complex is an exciting greenfield project located 80 km south-east of Moranbah, with mining operations kicking off in mid-2023. Thiess proudly delivers full-service mining operations, including mine planning, overburden removal, drill and blast, autonomous load and haul, water management, rehabilitation, and the construction of mine infrastructure.

Camp is located at Civeo Coppabella, with bus transport provided daily from camp to site. A bus service is also available for locals, making it easy to join our team and be part of this world-class operation.

We're on the lookout for a driven Tyre Supervisor. In this crucial role, you will oversee the maintenance of mobile plant equipment in compliance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and Thiess standards. You will work closely with various internal and external stakeholders to ensure that safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness define all operations.

This is your opportunity to step into a dynamic role where you can enhance your leadership and planning skills while working alongside a highly skilled team and trusted suppliers. As a Tyre Supervisor, you'll be responsible for ensuring all tyre and equipment maintenance aligns with the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance — driving efficiency across our mobile plant operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in implementing safety and environmental plans, ensuring compliance with legislation while striving for superior outcomes.
• Monitor and improve quality control across tyre maintenance and ancillary equipment servicing tasks.
• Manage tyre inventory and budgets, utilizing approved suppliers and ensuring cost-efficiency.
• Lead and develop a team culture aligned with Thiess values by setting expectations, mentoring team members, and reinforcing positive behaviour.
• Proactively identify hazards, conduct inspections, and participate in incident investigations to ensure workplace safety.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to enhance coordination and ensure optimal integration between maintenance and mining departments.
• Build and nurture healthy client relationships to unlock potential business opportunities.
• Collaborate on maintenance planning and implement strategies for achieving performance targets.
• Update and manage accurate documentation related to maintenance tasks, including costs and equipment conditions, ensuring compliance with company policy.

About You:
To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Current and valid Drivers Licence
• A Mechanical Trade Certificate or tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Significant experience in removing, inspecting, and fitting earthmoving and off-the-road tyres in a mining environment.
• Strong competency in financial management and scheduling tools.
• Knowledge of the Coal Mining Safety and Health Act 1999 and relevant industry standards.
• Coal Mining Industry competencies, such as RIIRIS301A, RIICOM301B, RIIOHS301A, RIIRIS402A.
• Skills or certifications such as AURKTJ011, AURKTJ012, or Tyre Application Training.
• Proven experience leading and supervising a site-based maintenance team, with exposure to planning and condition monitoring.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to foster collaboration across teams.

Benefits

• 5/2/4/3 Roster
• Site Allowance
• Competitive salary
• Tool of trade included
• Full camp accommodation or local living allowance provided
• Thiess' commitment to ongoing training & development
• Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing    
• 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

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at

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.

To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button or the link below.

Thiess 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 recruiter will support you through the process. 

How to apply

Applications close
16 Dec 2025 E. Australia Standard Time

---