Thiess Caval Ridge – Haul Truck, Multi Skilled Operators

About the Role

Protech is looking for experienced Operators to join our workforce at Thiess – Caval Ridge.

About the role

Reporting to the Production Superintendent, you will be responsible for the safe operation of heavy mobile plant onsite at the Caval Ridge (pre-strip). You will work collaboratively with your crew and the wider site team towards delivering safe, high-quality results.

We have multiple vacancies for the following skillsets:

• Experienced Haul Truck Operators (Operating CAT 789+)
• Experienced Multi Skilled Operators (Truck, WC, Loader, Excavator, Grader, Dozer)

What’s in it for you

• Competitive hourly rates starting from $72.35 – $76.11 per hour
• Full-time opportunities available with Thiess
• DIDO or BIBO options available (bus transport provided from Mackay and Townsville)
• Camp accommodation at Buffel Park, located just 5 minutes from site, featuring a wet mess, two gyms, and indoor soccer facilities
• Excellent work–life balance on a 7/7 roster with 12.5-hour shifts (Wednesday–Tuesday rotation)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Attractive employee benefits, including discounted Medibank private health insurance, exclusive Westpac corporate banking offers, salary sacrificing options, and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About you

• Suitable candidates will have demonstrated experience operating in a mining environment. Experience in hard rock mining operation desirable.
• Minimum 12 months’ experience operating production mining equipment (Rear Dump Truck, Dozer, Grader, or Excavator)
• SSE signed training transcripts
• Proof of Australian working rights
• Current Drivers Licence
• Candidates need to have BMA Induction OR BMA Refresher
• Standard 11 Induction
• HA (Coal Board Medical)

About us

Protech is a privately owned Australian business which provides industry- leading technical and professional workforce acquisition and management services, specialising in the provision of semi- skilled, skilled, technical, trades and professional personnel. With over 3000 people working in the civil infrastructure, asphalt building construction, mining, defence, engineering and maintenance sectors.

How to apply

Contact our team today on 07 4952 5244 or email your application to apply.pmmq@protech.com.au