Thiess Caval Ridge – Haul Truck, Multi Skilled Operators

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 $69.56 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