Ancillary Operator Multi Skilled

uWorkin; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 8,670,511 - 12,348,909; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great work-life balance

Camp and meals provided

Pathways to permanent positions

Job summary

uWorkin is seeking an experienced Operator for a role in Australia's largest manganese mining operation located in Queensland. This role involves operating excavators and Moxy trucks while ensuring efficient water management on site. Candidates must have mining experience and relevant licenses.

The position offers a 7/7 roster, competitive pay, and the opportunity to transition to permanent roles. Join a workplace that values safety and employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Previous mining experience as an operator on 30 T Excavators and Moxy Trucks.
• Dewatering Experience and Poly Welding experience.
• Current HR Driver's License & Right to Work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Operate ancillary equipment including dozers, loaders, water carts, excavators, and Moxy trucks.
• Manage and maintain pit sumps, including monitoring water levels and ensuring optimal pump performance.
• Install, operate, and maintain dewatering systems and pumps.

Skills

Mining experience

Dewatering experience

Poly welding experience

Operating 30-tonne excavators

Managing sumps and pumps

Tools

Excavators

Moxy trucks

Job description

Job Details

• $76.29/hr casual flat rate
• 7/7 roster fully funded FIFO from Darwin & Cairns
• Great company culture and safety standard

About Our Client

Groote Eylandt is Australia's largest Manganese mining operation, and under the arrangement WorkPac will provide Industrial and Professional employees to help drive productivity and growth across all facets of the operation.

What You Will Be Doing

In this role, you will serve as an experienced Operator within the Ancillary Crew, utilizing your technical proficiency to support essential site operations. You will be responsible for operating 30-tonne excavators and articulated haul trucks (Moxy), while applying your specialized knowledge in dewatering and poly welding. A primary requirement of this position is a proven background in managing sumps and pumps, ensuring that water management and site infrastructure are maintained to a high standard of efficiency and safety.

• Operate ancillary equipment including dozers, loaders, water carts, excavators, and Moxy trucks
• Manage and maintain pit sumps, including monitoring water levels and ensuring optimal pump performance
• Install, operate, and maintain dewatering systems and pumps
• Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance of pumps and associated infrastructure
• Support safe work practices and adhere to site safety standards
• Assist with general ancillary and site support tasks as required

What You Will Need

• Previous mining experience as an operator on 30 T Excavators and Moxy Trucks
• Dewatering Experience and Poly Welding experience
• Current HR Driver's License & Right to Work in Australia
• All applicants must be prepared to undergo pre-employment medical assessment, and will be subject to ongoing random fitness for work testing

What's In It For You?

• Great opportunity to get your work life balance right! 7/7 roster, excellent culture, safety, good people and high performance
• Great culture and safety standards
• Pathways to permanent positions with our client
• Access to your own on-site Site Manager
• Camp and meals provided

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.