Make your mark with Thiess  

Every day, 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.  

About the role

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in one of Queensland’s leading mining projects? Our Lake Vermont Project in Dysart, North Queensland is on the lookout for skilled Auxiliary MPU Fitters to become a valued part of our Maintenance team.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor and working on a family-friendly 7/7 even-time roster, you'll be part of a team committed to delivering top-quality maintenance support across site. This is your opportunity to work on cutting-edge equipment in a dynamic and supportive environment

To be successful in this role you are required to have:

✅ Trade Certificate in Diesel Fitting (or equivalent)
✅ Post-trade experience with highway truck equipment – Volvo experience a bonus
✅ Exposure to drill and blast equipment such as MPU Trucks, Stemming Trucks, and Prill Augers
✅ Strong skills in general maintenance, breakdowns, servicing, and component change-outs
✅ Current Driver’s Licence (MR/HR highly regarded)
✅ Standard 11 certification (desirable)
✅ A commitment to safety and teamwork

 Why work for Thiess Lake Vermont?

✨ Permanent full-time role – job security with room to grow
🛫 Flights from Brisbane*
🚌 BIBO from Townsville, Mackay, Bundaberg, Rockhampton & Yeppoon
📅 7/7 even time roster – 12.5-hour day shifts only
🏕️ Fully equipped camp facilities
📚 Ongoing training and development with Thiess
🏥 Access to corporate discounts – Medibank, travel, retail & more

Ready to make your next move? Be part of something bigger and join a team that values safety, skill, and support.

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. 

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’ll 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. 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.

Learn more http://thiess.com/makeyourmark 

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at hiring@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.

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.

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