Make your mark with Thiess

Every day, all around the world, we support, celebrate, and champion our people, as we know they are one of our biggest assets. We recognise their talent and contributions, whilst we reward and embrace transparency, diversity, and change.

Join us, hone your skills, or let us train you and help you develop new ones. Take on new challenges, grow through mentorship, collaborate, and become empowered.

At Thiess, our people are the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive - safely, confidently and have the opportunity to grow to their full potential.

The Prospect

Ready to take your mining career to the next level? Thiess is seeking experienced Operators to join our team at one of our operations in the Bowen Basin. If you're looking for a permanent role with an even-time 7/7 day/night roster, competitive pay, and FIFO, BIBO or DIDO options, we'd like to hear from you.

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

- Operating heavy mining equipment safely and efficiently to maximise productivity.
- Following Thiess' safety standards, site procedures and operational requirements.
- Contributing to a solid team culture where safety always comes first.

About You

- 12+ months' experience operating production mining equipment.
- SSE signed competency transcript.
- Current Open Driver Licence.
- Valid Standard 11 Certificate.
- A strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

What's On Offer

- Competitive rates
- Even-time 7/7 day/night rotating roster (12.5-hour shifts).
- Thiess-paid flights from Brisbane.
- BIBO options available from Mackay and Proserpine.
- Ongoing training, upskilling and career development opportunities.




- Superannuation contributions to help build your financial future.
- Salary sacrifice options, including novated leasing.
- Exclusive corporate discounts on Medibank health insurance, travel, retail and more.

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 has inspired our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change for more than 90 years.

Learn more about Our Vision, Purpose & Values.

At Thiess, 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 recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision: 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 about working at Thiess.

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.

Please click the "apply" button below to apply for this role.

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.

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at [email protected].

📌 Mining Operator - Bowen Basin (Brisbane)
🏢 Thiess
📍 Brisbane