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Excavator Operator

Thiess
📍 Mackay, Queensland, Australia 💼 Permanent Full Time 🕒 Posted March 01, 2026
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About the role

We are seeking experienced production Excavator Operators for our team at Pembroke Resource’s autonomous project in the Bowen Basin - the Olive Downs Complex.


Pembroke Resource’s Olive Downs Complex is located South-east of Moranbah and commenced mining operations in mid-2023. Thiess was awarded a five-year contract to deliver full-service mining operations, including mine planning overburden removal, drill and blast, load and haul, water management and rehabilitation as well as the construction of the mine infrastructure.


Working 7 days on 7 days off day/night roster and reporting to the Mining Supervisor, your duties will include:

  • Operating production Excavator (600T+) machinery efficiently, safely, and competently to ensure maximum output

  • Complying with Thiess’ policies and procedures

  • Operate, drive, and move material as directed to prepare operating areas and roads

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    Job Details

    • Location Mackay, Queensland
    • Job Type Permanent Full Time
    • Category Extraction Workers
    • Posted Date March 01, 2026
    • Application Deadline April 10, 2026