Dozer Operators - Curragh North

Cimic Group; Blackwater; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Monthly Production Bonus

Even-time 7/7 roster

BIBO options from Mackay, Yeppoon and/

Job summary

Thiess in Curragh North, Queensland, is seeking an experienced Dozer Operator to support safe and productive mining operations. You will operate CAT dozers and ancillary equipment, maintain safety standards, and work with a dedicated team to ensure reliable production.

Joining on a full-time basis, you will contribute to targets while embracing Thiess' safety culture and continuous improvement mindset. The roster is 7/7 day/night rotating with long shifts, offering development opportunities and

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months’ experience operating dozers in open cut coal mining.

Responsibilities

• Operate dozers and ancillary equipment safely and efficiently to achieve production targets.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety procedures and operational standards.
• Collaborate with supervisors and crew to deliver safe, reliable mining operations.

Skills

Dozer operation

CAT D10/D11

MineStar experience

Driver's Licence

Standard 11

Safety culture

Job description

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 an experienced Dozer Operator with a commitment to safety and a passion for mining? Thiess is seeking experienced and motivated Dozer Operators to join our high-performing team at Curragh North.

As a key member of the Curragh North team, you'll support safe and efficient production by operating dozers and other ancillary equipment while contributing to high-performing mining operations.

Roster: 7/7 Day Night Rotating | Location: Curragh North, QLD | Employment Type: Full-Time

As a Dozer Operator, you will:

• Operate dozers and ancillary equipment safely and efficiently to achieve production targets.
• Maintain a strong commitment to Thiess' safety culture, procedures, and operational standards.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members to deliver safe, reliable, and productive mining operations.

About you

As the successful applicant, you’ll be a motivated and safety-focused operator who enjoys working as part of a high-performing team. You’ll bring a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and a commitment to operating safely and efficiently in a dynamic mining environment. You’ll be comfortable working collaboratively with your crew and take pride in contributing to safe and productive operations.

To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

• Minimum 12 months’ experience operating dozers in an open cut coal mining environment.
• Proven experience operating CAT tracked dozers, ideally D10 and D11
• Verified machinery skills list (training transcripts/LMS documents) signed by an SSE or delegate.
• Current Driver’s Licence
• Current Standard 11
• Experience with CAT MineStar technologies, including Command for Haulage, Fleet and/or Terrain, will be highly regarded
• A strong commitment to safety and working effectively as part of a team

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.

• Competitive rates
• Monthly Production Bonus T&C's apply
• Even-time 7/7 rotating day/night roster with 12.25-hour shifts.
• BIBO options available from Mackay, Yeppoon and Rockhampton.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• 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.