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Mackay - Australia

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Posted on: 17 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

MPU Operator

Job ID
932180
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Location
Australia - Blackwater QLD Australia - Dysart QLD Australia - Mackay Australia - Moranbah Australia - Moranbah QLD
Categories
Mining Operations
Applications close
E. Australia Standard Time

Make your mark with Thiess

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

Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. take on big challenges and grow through mentorship collaboration and empowerment.

Thiess is the place to make things happen.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a experienced Mobile Processing Unit (MPU) Operators at Pembroke Resources new project in the Bowen Basin - the Olive Downs Complex.

Pembroke Resources Olive Downs Complex is a greenfield project located 40 kilometres South-east of Moranbah which commenced mining operations in has recently been awarded a five-year contract to deliver full-service mining operations including mine planning overburden removal drill and blast load and haul (autonomous) water management and rehabilitation as well as the construction of the mine infrastructure.

About The Role

Working a 7/7 Dayshift roster with a requirement for night shift when required and reporting to the Drill & Blast Supervisor your duties will include:

  • Work within site-specific safety requirements
  • Safe and efficient loading of blast holes following blast design
  • Accurate recording of explosives loaded on a hole-by-hole basis
  • Ensuring equipment is inspected and fit for operation prior to use
  • Recording and reporting of defects found when operating equipment
  • Assist as directed by the Shotfirer in Charge when not required in your primary role

About you

By joining our team you will have the opportunity to be a part of a new workforce that is focused on developing a strong performance culture and a culture that values everyones contribution equally. You will thrive on meeting all goals and challenges and act with fairness and integrity in all that you do.

To be successful in this role you will bring:

  • Proven experience working in a similar environment preferably within coal mining
  • Ability to operate a loader bobcat and stemming truck
  • Current Queensland Explosives Security Clearance or ability to obtain
  • Demonstrated compliance with safety and a good knowledge of explosive regulations
  • Valid Drivers Licence
  • Current Standard 11

What Thiess can do for you

  • Even time (7/7) lifestyle roster 12hr Day Shift with potential of going into rotating Night shifts (when required)
  • BIBO from Mackay
  • DIDO options
  • Permanent full-time positions
  • Thiess commitment to ongoing training & developmentas part of delivering a modern autonomous mine
  • Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality
  • Salary sacrifice options flights and novated leasing
  • Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank) travel & retail products

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 inspires our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change.

At Thiess you will have the opportunity to play a part in the global energy transition. We are growing our commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals critical to the energy transition and developing services to enable sustainable mining.

Were creating a culture of curiosity knowledge-sharing and continuous learning supporting our people to contribute to Thiess success and continued growth in sustainable mining.

Well support you to hone your skills and develop new ones take on challenges and grow through mentorship collaboration and empowerment. We offer our people ongoing technical training and development opportunities so they can reach their full potential. We also invest in the workforce of the future with a range of programs for people starting their careers.

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

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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.

Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants which includes two employment references a National PoliceCheckand a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application and your recruiter will support you through the process.

To apply for this role please click the Apply button or the link below.

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

How to apply

Applications close
E. Australia Standard Time
MPU OperatorJob ID932180Job TypePermanent Full TimeLocationAustralia - Blackwater QLD Australia - Dysart QLD Australia - Mackay Australia - Moranbah Australia - Moranbah QLDCategoriesMining OperationsApplications close03 Apr 2026 E. Australia Standard TimeMake your mark with ThiessEveryday all aroun...
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