Excavator/Drill Fitters

Make your mark with Thiess
Every day, 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 are seeking experienced
Excavator/Drill Fitters
looking for a permanent opportunity to join our dynamic maintenance team in Collinsville.

Our teams deliver mining excellence, with uncompromising safety and environmental standards and we're looking forward to continuing our long-term relationships across our mine sites.

As an
Excavator/Drill Fitter
, you will be required to:

• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on excavators and drills to ensure optimal functionality and safety
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, perform troubleshooting, and execute necessary repairs.
• Perform scheduled servicing and inspections according to manufacturer specifications.
• Replace parts, components, and systems as needed to maintain equipment performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with other team members and departments to ensure efficient workflow and minimal equipment downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repairs performed.
• Always adhere to safety protocols and regulations.

About You

• Mechanical/Diesel Fitting trade qualification
• Proven experience as an Excavator/Drill Fitter or similar role in the construction or mining industry
• Enthusiastic attitude & high performing work ethic
• Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and culture
• Current Drivers Licence
• Current Standard 11 desirable

What Thiess can do for you

• Attractive remuneration on offer
• Even time roster of 7/7 and 12hr days/nights on offer to provide a balanced lifestyle
• BIBO from Townsville & Rockhampton
• Full camp and meals provided
• Permanent full-time positions
• Thiess' commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine.
• Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality
• Salary sacrifice options – flights and novated leasing
• Individual flexibility arrangements on offer - (Live Local, BIBOor DID O)
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & 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.

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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.

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

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.