Dozer Operator

7 days ago


Central Goldfields, Australia Thiess Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
Dozer Operator - Yilgarn

Job ID

931547

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Location

Australia - Goldfields WA, Australia - Pilbara, WA

Categories

Operator - All Round / Multi Skilled

Applications close

25 Nov 2025 W. Australia Standard Time

Build a deeper capability

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.

About the Project

Koolyanobbing is in the Shire of Yilgarn, Western Australia, 54 km north-northeast of the town of Southern Cross.

Thiess, Yilgarn Iron Ore Project is a Brownfields mining operation that includes the sites of Koolyanobbing, Windarling and Parker Range.

Thiess are currently seeking applications from experienced Dozer Operators to proudly represent our Production Mining Team. You will live for challenges and thrive on the variety of work available. Like all of us at Thiess, you're a passionate and energetic person, that appreciates responsibility, recognition and reward.

In this role, you will:

  • Operating machinery efficiently, safely, and competently to ensure maximum output
  • Complying with Thiess' policies and procedures
  • Responding to instructions from Mining Supervisor
  • Ensuring floor levels are maintained
  • Minimising dilution and achieving design parameters within acceptable tolerances
  • Maintain stockpiles, dumps and haul roads to ensure flow in a safe and efficient manner
  • Operate, drive and move material as directed to prepare operating areas and roads
  • Setting and maintain high housekeeping standards
  • Carrying out pre-start checks

About you

  • Minimum 3 years experience operating a Dozer in a production mining operation
  • Equivalent or specific experience operating CAT D10
  • Possess strong mining operational skills and be able to demonstrate your ability in maintaining pit floors and bunds in a mining production environment
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of ore mark ups and pit configuration
  • Valid Australian Drivers License
  • Proven compliance and commitment to health and safety at all times

What Thiess can do for you

  • 2:1 roster (7D7N7RR) | FIFO Perth to Southern Cross plus a 30 minute bus ride to site
  • DIDO roster from surrounding towns
  • Salary sacrifice options available for applicants outside WA
  • Permanent full-time role with development and upskilling opportunities
  • Full camp facilities provided
  • Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products

About Us

We partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 90 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.

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