Blast Hole Driller

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With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.

About the role

As our next Driller proudly represent our Production Mining Team, you will live for challenges and thrive on the variety of work available. Like all of us at Thiess, you’re a passionate and energetic person, that appreciates responsibility, recognition and reward.

• 2:1 roster (7D7N7RR) | FIFO Perth to Iron Bridge Mine (salary sacrifice options available for applicants outside WA) or DIDO available for Port Hedland residents


• Permanent full-time role with development and upskilling opportunities


• Excellent new facilities at recently renovated Japal Village


• $5,000 successful referral bonus program

About you:

• Minimum 3 Years’ experience in a production mining open pit environment


• Previous experience operating Epiroc D65 rigs


• Operating machinery efficiently, safely, and competently to ensure maximum output


• Complying with Thiess’s policies and procedures


• Responding to instructions from Mining Supervisor


• Effectively positioning machinery to allow for efficient loading


• Setting and maintain high housekeeping standards


• Carrying out pre-start checks

Mine site Facilities:

• Newly renovated camp accommodation


• 2 gyms + a women’s only gym, sports games and gym classes


• Outdoor swimming pool, basketball/volleyball court, soccer pitch & hiking tracks


• Recreation rooms (pool table, darts etc)


• High quality food options (including made to order)


• In-room entertainment with own-device casting ability + WiFi


• Village shop and supporting amenities


• Newly built crib hut

What Thiess can do for you

• Permanent full-time positions


• Full camp facilities provided


• Thiess’ commitment to training & development


• Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing


• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.


• Referral bonus program – earn $5k for a successful referral

About us

We partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia, Africa and the Americas. For more than 80 years, we’ve operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses that insight to optimise solutions for each project and create lasting value for our clients and the communities we live and work in.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

Visit our website to learn more – http://www.thiess.com

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.

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