Excavator Operator

6 days ago


Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia Thiess Pty Full time
Job ID 931417 Job Type Permanent Full Time Location Australia - Muswellbrook, Australia - Newcastle, Australia - Singleton, NSW Categories Mining Operations, Operator - All Round / Multi Skilled, Operator - Production / Excavator

With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.

About the role

Thiess Mount Pleasant Operation is seeking Experienced Excavator Operators with open cut experience and refined operating skills in Heavy Earthmoving equipment including Liebherr 9600, 996, 9400, 9350 and Cat 6060 Excavators. Hitachi excavator skill set will also be considered.

You will be required to work on a rotating lifestyle roster 5/4 4/5 5/5 that includes day, night and weekend work.

About you

- Proven abilities in operating heavy earth moving machinery in a mining environment
- Good communication skills with the willingness to be part of a high-performance team
- Commitment to the highest safety, community and environmental standards
- Experience in operating large heavy plant
- Initiative and a flexible approach to work, with a proactive approach and productive mindset
- Ability to work to direction and be self motivated

What Thiess can do for you

- Permanent full-time positions
- Even time, 5/4 lifestyle rosters
- Thiess' commitment to training & development
- Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing
- Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.

About us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

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 allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us @hiring@thiess.com

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.

Experienced Mining Excavator Operators required for Thiess Mt Pleasant

- Mining Operations, Operator - All Round / Multi Skilled, Operator - Production / Excavator
- Australia - Muswellbrook, Australia - Newcastle, Australia - Singleton, NSW

Experienced Mining Excavator Operators required for Thiess Mt Pleasant

- Mining Operations, Operator - All Round / Multi Skilled, Operator - Production / Excavator
- Australia - Muswellbrook, Australia - Newcastle, Australia - Singleton, NSW

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