Diesel Fitter- Caval Ridge

Job ID
931863
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Location
Australia - Mackay, Australia - Moranbah
Categories
Mining Maintenance, Trade - Heavy Diesel Fitter

Applications close
24 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

Make your mark with Thiess

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

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

The Opportunity

Are you a skilled Diesel Fitter with a passion for maintaining heavy mining equipment and delivering safe, reliable performance? Thiess is seeking experienced and motivated Diesel Fitters to join our high-performing team at Caval Ridge Mine, located in the Bowen Basin, Queensland.

As a key member of the Caval Ridge maintenance team, you'll be responsible for maintaining, diagnosing and repairing a diverse fleet of heavy earthmoving equipment, supporting safe and efficient mining operations while contributing to a strong team culture.

Roster: 7/7 Day & Night Shift | Location: Caval Ridge Mine, QLD | Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

As the Diesel Fitter, you will

- Maintain, repair and service a range of heavy earthmoving and mobile plant equipment in accordance with Thiess and industry standards.
- Perform diagnostic fault finding, breakdown repairs and preventative maintenance to maximise equipment reliability and availability.
- Follow site safety procedures, complete maintenance documentation accurately and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

About you





- Trade Certificate in Diesel Fitting or equivalent qualification.
- Post-trade experience within the mining or heavy earthmoving industry.
- Experience undertaking breakdown repairs, servicing, component change-outs and general maintenance on mining equipment.
- Current Driver's Licence.
- Standard 11 (desirable).
- Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork and maintaining high work standards.

What's on offer

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 with opportunities to grow.

- Market-competitive salary package.
- Permanent full time employment.
- 7/7 even-time roster with 12.5-hour day and night shifts.
- Bus transport provided from Mackay.
- Full camp facilities provided.
- Flexible lifestyle options including Live Local or DIDO arrangements.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities as part of a modern autonomous mining operation.
- A strong safety-first culture across all operations, built on care, respect and accountability.
- Range of corporate discounts including health insurance and travel, plus access to exclusive savings at 750+ everyday retailers across Australia.

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.

The Strong & Sustainable Resource Communities Act 2017 principles apply to this position.

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

How to apply

Applications close
24 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

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