We are seeking an experienced Supervisor – Automation Project to oversee field operations during testing, commissioning and deployment of autonomous vehicle technology within a large-scale mining environment. This role is suited to a strong frontline leader with a background in mining operations, heavy haulage, road trains, automation, or technology-driven operational change.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work with industry-leading autonomous technology
- Long-term project with significant operational impact
- FIFO roster: 8 Days On / 6 Days Off / 7 Nights On / 7 Days Off
- Leadership role overseeing critical field operations
- Strong safety-focused culture and supportive team environment
- Lead daily field activities for technical teams and safety personnel
- Coordinate testing and commissioning activities involving autonomous vehicle systems
- Monitor operational performance and respond to hazards, incidents and technical issues
- Ensure compliance with site safety systems, procedures and statutory requirements
- Facilitate communication between technical specialists, operations, maintenance and site stakeholders
- Support incident investigations, hazard reporting and safety initiatives
- Coordinate access, logistics and issue resolution across multiple workgroups
- Drive continuous improvement in safety, reliability and operational efficiency [Supervisor...on Project | Word]
Essential Experience
- Extensive leadership experience within mining, heavy industry or automation environments
- Proven experience supervising operational or field-based teams
- Strong understanding of safety, risk management and incident response
- Experience managing crews across rotating shifts and remote operations
- Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and contractors
- Exposure to technology implementation, automation projects or operational change programs [Supervisor...on Project | Word]
- Trade, mining, operational or safety qualification
- Experience with autonomous haulage, autonomous vehicles or road train operations
- Exposure to commissioning, operational readiness or systems integration activities
- Knowledge of statutory mining requirements and safe work systems [Supervisor...on Project | Word]
ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE PERMANENT RESIDENCY OR CITIZENSHIP WITHIN AUSTRALIA.
For more information on the role, the client or the project please click ‘APPLY NOW’ or contact Tristann McFerran on tristann@techresources.com.au or 0473 432 037.



