At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate cranes and support maintenance activities safely and efficiently.
- Company: Join Thiess, a leader in sustainable mining with a strong safety culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing training, and corporate discounts.
- Other info: 7/7 rotating roster with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic environment while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Crane operating experience and safety-focused mindset required.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
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 a safety-focused and motivated Trade Assistant with crane operating experience and a passion for delivering high-quality work? Thiess is seeking experienced and motivated Trade Assistant (Crane Operators) to join our high-performing team at Peak Downs Mine. As a key member of the Peak Downs Maintenance team, you'll be responsible for supporting safe and efficient maintenance activities while undertaking crane operations and associated lifting activities across site.
Roster: 7/7 Day & Night Rotating | Location: Peak Downs Mine, QLD | Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
As the Trade Assistant/ Crane Operator, you will:
- Conduct crane operations safely and efficiently in accordance with site procedures.
- Support maintenance teams with lifting, rigging and trade assistant duties.
- Contribute to a positive safety culture while delivering high-quality work outcomes.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will be a high-achieving, safety-focused individual who enjoys delivering results in a dynamic environment. Your strong attention to detail and commitment to quality will contribute to your success. You will hold, or be willing to obtain, the following:
- Dogman Ticket
- Overhead Crane Ticket
- Current Standard 11
- Current HR Driver Licence
- Elevated Work Platform and/or Trainer & Assessor qualification highly regarded
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 salary package.
- 7/7 Day & Night rotating roster.
- 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.
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.
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 Police Check, and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process.
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