Excavator Operator

2 weeks ago

Perth, Western Australia Thiess Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
Excavator Operator - Yilgarn Iron Ore

Job ID

931542

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Location

Australia - Goldfields WA, Australia - Perth, Australia - Pilbara, WA

Categories

Mining Operations, Operator - All Round / Multi Skilled, Operator - Production / Excavator

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 Excavator 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.

About you

  • Minimum of 3-5 years mining experience as mining production excavator in hard rock mining
  • Equivalent to or specific experience operating PC1250 is essential
  • Experience in loading dump trucks in a mining production environment essential
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of ore mark ups and pit configuration
  • Skills to mine out benches and cutting batters, leaving minimal amount of material for final trim to design of batter angle
  • HR drivers licence (desirable)
  • 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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