Hail Creek Open Cut – Operator Contractor Conversion Campaign 2027

Hvo

Isaac Regional

On-site

AUD 147,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Salary package: 147K–170K AUD + Super
7/7 day & night roster (BIBO) from Mac
Annual short-term performance bonus
Above-award annual leave entitlements
Long service leave scheme

Job summary

Hail Creek Open Cut is running an internal contractor conversion program to permanent employment for Mining Operators.

If you are a current contractor, you’ll be considered for permanent roles, with a strong focus on safety, teamwork and operational excellence.

The package includes a salary of 147K–170K plus Super, a 7/7 day and night roster from Mackay/Airlie Beach, a short-term bonus, extended leave entitlements and long service benefits, plus opportunities for leadership and development.

Qualifications

  • Be a current contractor working as a Mining Operator at Hail Creek Open Cut.
  • Hold a minimum of one current competency on production equipment within an open cut mining operation.
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety.
  • Work effectively as part of a team.
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude, accountability and willingness to learn and develop.
  • Consistently demonstrate behaviours aligned with Hail Creek Open Cut’s expectations and values.

Skills

Current contractor Mining Operator
Competency on production equipment
Safety commitment
Teamwork
Positive attitude & accountability

Job description

At Hail Creek, everything we do is about developing our people, optimising our asset and improving our future. We positively impact our people and communities. We strive to be industry leaders – the Mine of Choice. It’s a culture that fosters pragmatic outcomes where things happen quickly. We promote those ‘out of the box’ ideas to continuously improve and no day is ever the same. With a large and passionate workforce of over 1,000 people, there is a great opportunity for you to contribute and make an impact.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Job Description

This opportunity is open exclusively to current Hail Creek Open Cut contractor Mining Operators seeking conversion to permanent employment.

As part of Hail Creek Open Cut’s 2027 Operator Contractor Conversion Campaign, we are inviting applications from current contractor Mining Operators who would like to be considered for permanent employment with Hail Creek Open Cut.

We are looking for skilled and motivated Mining Operators who demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, teamwork and operational excellence.

As an experienced Mining Operator already working within Hail Creek Open Cut, you understand the importance of safe and productive mining practices. You will demonstrate self-leadership, accountability, a positive attitude and a proactive approach to your work.

ABOUT YOU

To be considered for this internal contractor conversion opportunity, you will:

  • Be a current contractor working as a Mining Operator at Hail Creek Open Cut.
  • Hold a minimum of one (1) current competency on production equipment within an open cut mining operation
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety
  • Work effectively as part of a team
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude, accountability and willingness to learn and develop
  • Consistently demonstrate behaviours aligned with Hail Creek Open Cut’s expectations and values.
WHAT WE OFFER

Successful candidates who transition to permanent employment will have access to:

  • Competitive salary of $147K–$170K + Super, dependent on skills and competencies
  • Attractive 7/7 day and night roster BIBO from Mackay and Airlie Beach
  • Annual short-term performance bonus
  • Above-award annual leave entitlements
  • One of the most generous long service leave schemes in the industry
  • Access to leadership and development opportunities
  • Opportunities to continue developing skills and building a long-term career at Hail Creek
YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO CONVERT

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