Mining Operators

11 hours ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Thiess Full time $104,000 - $172,000 per year

Step into a high-performance team and drive your mining career forward with Thiess

We're hiring experienced production Truck, Multi Skilled and Excavator Operators to join our permanent crew at Caval Ridge, Moranbah. Enjoy a consistent 7/7 day night rotating roster, great camp accommodation just minutes from site, and the backing of one of the industry's most trusted names. We're currently seeking DIDO and BIBO applicants only for this position.

As part of the Thiess team, you'll play a crucial role in:

  • Operating heavy machinery safely and efficiently to maximize productivity.
  • Adhering to Thiess' safety standards and operational procedures.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 1 year of prior working experience operating Haul Trucks, Dozers, Graders and Excavators (500T+) in a coal mining environment
  • SSE signed and verified machinery skills list (training transcripts), LMS documents
  • Current Standard 11 – Statement of Attainment
  • Current Driver's Licence
  • A commitment to a positive safety culture

What We Offer You

  • Brand new EA for Guaranteed pay rises (4% per year for the next 3 years)
  • Competitive rates – skill-dependent, with the opportunity to earn up to $172,000.00 plus superannuation.
  • BIBO from Mackay or Townsville.
  • Camp accommodation and meals provide at Buffle Park - only 5 minutes bus ride to site
  • Thiess' commitment to training and development.
  • Salary sacrifice options – including flights and novated leasing.
  • A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance (Medibank), travel, and retail products.

ABOUT US

Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining.

The pioneering spirit of our founders – the legendary Thiess brothers and their families– is our legacy, and inspires our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change.

At Thiess, you will have the opportunity to play a part in the global energy transition. We are growing our commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals critical to the energy transition, and developing services to enable sustainable mining.

We're creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning – supporting our people to contribute to Thiess' success and continued growth in sustainable mining.

We'll support you to hone your skills and develop new ones, take on challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment. We offer our people ongoing technical training and development opportunities so they can reach their full potential. We also invest in the workforce of the future, with a range of programs for people starting their careers.

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

Learn more 

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.

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