Dump Truck Operator — 7/7 DIDO/BIBO, Safe, Team‑Driven Mine

Whitsunday Regional Council; Bowen; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Novated leasing options

Retail discounts

Dedicated wellbeing program

Job summary

Whitsunday Regional Council is seeking an experienced Dump Truck Operator for a major open-cut coal operation in the Bowen Basin. You will operate haul trucks on a 7/7 day and night roster, ensuring safe, productive performance and compliance with site safety standards.

Candidate must hold RIIMPO338E Haul Truck competency and have experience with CAT 789/793 or Hitachi EH5000/CAT 794 electric haul trucks, with DIDO/BIBO options from Mackay or Townsville and a strong safety focus.

Qualifications

• Experience operating large haul trucks in open-cut mining environments.
• RIIMPO338E Haul Truck competency or equivalent required.
• Ability to DIDO to site or use BIBO services from Mackay or Townsville.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate CAT 789/793 or similar haul trucks to meet production targets.
• Adhere to site safety standards and operational procedures.
• Support a positive team culture and maintain efficient day-to-day mining operations.

Skills

Haul truck operation

Safety mindset

Team collaboration

Job description

Whitsunday Regional Council is seeking an experienced Dump Truck Operator for a major open-cut coal operation in the Bowen Basin. You will operate haul trucks on a 7/7 day and night roster, ensuring safe, productive performance and compliance with site safety standards.

Candidate must hold RIIMPO338E Haul Truck competency and have experience with CAT 789/793 or Hitachi EH5000/CAT 794 electric haul trucks, with DIDO/BIBO options from Mackay or Townsville and a strong safety focus.