Dozer Operator – Autonomous Mining – Lake Vermont

About the role

Thiess is looking for experienced Dozer Operators to join its Lake Vermont mining site, supporting autonomous dozer operations and rehabilitation works. The role offers a stable career in a safety‑focused environment with opportunities for upskilling and long‑term security.

Key responsibilities

• Operate D11 dozers, including Fusion systems, in a production mining environment.
• Perform rehabilitation works and dozer push operations.
• Utilise Cat Terrain and other fleet‑management/autonomous systems.
• Work alongside or directly with autonomous dozer technology.

Required profile

• Minimum 12 months experience operating dozers in a production mining setting.
• Demonstrated experience in rehabilitation works and push operations.
• SSE‑signed competency transcript.
• Current open driver’s licence and a valid Standard 11 Certificate.
• Commitment to a positive safety culture.

Required skills

• Operation of D11 dozers with Fusion systems.
• Use of Cat Terrain fleet‑management software.
• Experience with autonomous dozer technology.

What we offer

• Competitive pay with retention and production bonuses paid every six months.
• Rotating 7/7 day‑night roster (12.5‑hour shifts).
• Thiess‑paid flights from Brisbane and BIBO options from regional centres.
• Ongoing training, upskilling and career development programmes.
• Superannuation contributions, salary‑sacrifice options and corporate discounts on health, travel and retail.