About the role
As our next Shovel Operator 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.
1. 2:2 (7D7N14RR) and 2:1 roster (7D7N7RR) | FIFO Perth to Iron Bridge Mine
2. Salary sacrifice options available for applicants outside WA) or DIDO available for Port Hedland residents
3. Permanent full-time role with development and upskilling opportunities
4. Excellent new facilities at recently renovated Japal Village
In this role, you will:
5. Operating machinery efficiently, safely, and competently to ensure maximum output
6. Complying with Thiess’ policies and procedures
7. Responding to instructions from Mining Supervisor
8. Excavating to design boundaries of ore bodies, berms and pit walls
9. Ensuring floor levels are maintained
10. Minimising dilution and achieving design parameters within acceptable tolerances
11. Setting and maintain high housekeeping standards
12. Carrying out pre-start checks
About you
13. At least 5 years mining experience as mining production excavator operator
14. Equivalent to or specific experience operating Hitachi EX3600 and CAT6060 is essential
15. Experience in loading dump trucks in a mining production environment essential
16. Sound knowledge and understanding of ore mark ups and pit configuration
17. Skills to mine out benches and cutting batters, leaving minimal amount of material for final trim to design of batter angle
18. Proven compliance and commitment to health and safety at all times
What Thiess can do for you
19. Permanent full-time positions
20. Full camp facilities provided
21. Thiess’ commitment to training & development
22. Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing
23. Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.
24. Referral bonus program – earn $5k for a successful referral