Operator, Loader

Operator, Loader

Job ID 931765
Job Type Permanent Full Time
Location Austraila - Bowen, QLD
Categories Mining Operations

Applications close
25 Nov 2025 E. Australia Standard Time

Make your mark with Thiess

Everyday, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change.  

Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment.  

Thiess is the place to make things happen. 

About the role

We're currently seeking experienced Front End Loader Operators to join our production team at the QCoal Northern Hub, located in Collinsville. Reporting to the Bulk Haulage Supervisor, you will be responsible for the safe and productive operation of Front End loaders to load road trains, maintain ROM pads, and support coal handling operations across site.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a professional mining team that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate Front End Loaders (Cat , Hitachi Z550, Komatsu WA900) to load B-Double road trains and manage stockpiles
• Conduct pre-start inspections and complete required production and safety documentation
• Maintain ROM pads, stockpiles and haul roads to required standards
• Work closely with road train operators and dozer operators to ensure consistent material flow
• Follow mine plans and daily production schedules
• Identify and report hazards, equipment faults and near misses
• Contribute to a strong safety culture and team performance

About you

• Demonstrated experience operating large Front End Loaders in a mining environment
• Experience loading trucks to correct weights per trailer, using bucket weightometers (loadrite or similar)
• Current RII or equivalent competency for Front End Loader operation
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and achieving production targets
• Ability to work in a rostered, site-based environment (day and night shifts)
• Ability to meet site medical and drug/alcohol screening requirements

What Thiess can do for you

• Permanent, full-time positions with a leading mining contractor
• Competitive pay rates and allowances
• 7/7 roster
• Camp accommodation and meals provided
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Supportive, inclusive team culture focused on safety and respect

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 – 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. 

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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.

Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process.

To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button or the link below. 

How to apply

Applications close
25 Nov 2025 E. Australia Standard Time

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