Tyre Fitter / Trades Assistant - Road Trains & Heavy Equipment
We are currently seeking a skilled Tyre Fitter / Trades Assistant to join our maintenance team, supporting our heavy road transport and earthmoving fleet. This is a hands‐on role focused on safe and efficient tyre fitting, with additional trade assistant support provided to the site maintenance team.
This position offers the opportunity to work with large‐scale road train fleets and heavy mobile equipment in a safety‐driven, team‐oriented environment.
About the Role
In this role, you will carry out bolt‐on / bolt‐off tyre change‐outs, inspections, and maintenance activities on road trains and heavy equipment. When not performing tyre‐related duties, you will assist the maintenance team with general mechanical and site support tasks, contributing to efficient site operations.
Safety, quality, and teamwork are critical to success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform safe tyre change‐outs on road trains and heavy equipment
* Operate tyre handling and lifting equipment to site and OEM standards
* Inspect tyres, rims, and assemblies and report defects
* Assist with mechanical repairs, servicing, and maintenance tasks
* Maintain tools, equipment, records, and housekeeping standards
* Follow safety, quality, and procurement procedures
* Complete job documentation and participate in training
* Support apprentices, junior team members, and site operations
About You
* Relevant tyre fitting experience
* Experience working with heavy road transport and/or earthmoving equipment
* Current Driver's Licence
Qualifications & Tickets
* AURHTJ103 – Remove, inspect and refit heavy vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies – Highly regarded
* Certificate III in Automotive Tyre Servicing Technology (or equivalent units) – Highly regarded
* Working at Heights Certificate
* High Risk Forklift Licence (desirable)
Why Join Us?
* Work on large‐scale road train and heavy equipment fleets
* Supportive, safety‐focused team culture
* Ongoing training and development
* Secure, long‐term employment opportunities
* Flights from Adelaide, Camp Accommodation and Meals provided
* Competitive Hourly Rates + Performance Bonus
Apply now to join a high‐performing team where safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship come first.
Posted Date 21 May 2026
Location Olympic Dam, SA / Australia
Job Type Full Time
Salary Competitive Rates and Performance Bonus
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