Loader Operator

Harmony Australasia; Cobar; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Career growth

Health & wellbeing

Community in Cobar

Job summary

Harmony Australasia is seeking a skilled Underground Loader Operator to transport ore and materials underground and support safe, efficient operations. The role offers a 7/7 days and nights roster and can be residential or DIDO in the Cobar region.

You will operate underground loaders, manage the trucking fleet, perform pre-start checks, and ensure compliance with tele-remote procedures while maintaining a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Underground loader experience is essential.
• Tele-remote operation experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s licence and ability to drive in tight tunnels.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to meet daily targets.

Responsibilities

• Operate underground loaders.
• Manage underground trucking fleet for full utilisation.
• Load and haul ore and waste safely and efficiently.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and routine equipment checks.
• Ensure compliance with tele-remote procedures and site safety rules.
• Support collaboration with underground crews and supervisors.

Skills

Underground operations

Tele-remote experience

Safety focus

Team oriented

Communication

Organisation

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Underground Loader Operator. As an integral part of the team, you will operate loaders to transport ore and materials underground, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Working on a 7/7 days & nights rotational roster, this position is available on a residential or DIDO basis.

Responsibilities

• Operate underground loaders
• Management of the underground trucking fleet to ensure that they are fully utilised
• Ensuring truck loads are maximised
• Roadwork maintenance and housekeeping
• Load and haul ore and waste safely and efficiently
• Strict compliance with tele-remote procedures
• Ensuring tram and loading packages are maintained
• Conduct pre-start inspections and routine equipment checks
• Maintain compliance with site safety procedures and production targets
• Work collaboratively with underground crews and supervisors
• Identify hazards and contribute to a strong safety culture

Qualifications

About You:

• Previous underground mining experience driving a loader (essential).
• Tele-remote experience.
• Current driver's licence and the ability to safely drive through tight tunnels.
• Efficient bucket control and loading skills.
• Driving to ground conditions and observing, reporting hazards.
• Good communication skills and team orientated.
• A strong commitment to safety and adherence to mining protocols.
• Organisational skills with the ability to set and meet daily targets.

Benefits

• Competitive salary including eligibility to participate in bonus scheme.
• Opportunity to grow your career within a dynamic international organisation.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including access to gym and pool facilities to our employees and their dependants in Cobar.
• Join a business that is growing in Australia and exposed to the high growth commodities of copper and gold.

All candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia and will be required to undertake a comprehensive pre-employment medical screen, including drug and alcohol testing.

About The Team

Harmony is the largest gold producer by volume in South Africa and is a significant operator of gold tailings retreatment facilities. In Papua New Guinea, Harmony owns and operates the Hidden Valley mine and owns 50% of the Tier 1 Wafi-Golpu copper-gold project. In Australia, Harmony owns the high-grade CSA copper mine in Cobar, NSW and is constructing the Eva Copper Mine in Cloncurry, QLD with first production targeted for the second half of the 2028 calendar year. These assets are supported by the Harmony Australasia regional corporate office located in Milton, Brisbane. CSA, one of Australia's longest operating copper mines, has a history dating back almost 150 years. The mine is 1.9km deep and has a reserve grade of 3.4% Cu. Located near the vibrant regional town of Cobar, CSA Mine is a long-standing underground copper operation with a strong connection to its local community. Our people enjoy a supportive team environment, meaningful careers and the lifestyle benefits that come with regional NSW