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Operator, Drill

Thiess
Permanent Full Time Australia, Queensland Extraction Workers
Posted:
February 21, 2026
Location:
Australia, Queensland, Australia

Job Description

About the role


We are seeking Drill Operators for permanent opportunities at our QCoal Northern Hub Project situated in the Bowen Basin in Central Queensland, about 200 kilometres’ northwest of Mackay and 6km south of Collinsville. 


Working a 7 on and 7 off roster and adhering to Thiess’ safety standards and operational procedures you will:

  • Accurately check the quality and depth of drill holes and record ground conditions that may affect blasting; 

  • Maintain a clean and tidy Drill rig and report/address any maintenance faults; 

  • Demonstrate a positive attitude towards regular and reliable drill metres, rig utilisation and consumables usage; 

  • Provide neat and complete associated documentation for drill reports and pre-starts checks; 

  • Regularly use and active participation in safety assessments; and

  • Be willing to be trained across a variety of drill rigs in the fleet and show an adapt...

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    Job Overview

    Job Type: Permanent Full Time
    Location: Australia, Australia
    Posted: February 21, 2026
    Deadline: April 02, 2026