Loader Operator — FIFO, 2:1 Day Shift

Fenix; Shire Of Cue; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Bonus

Roster: FIFO 2:1 dayshift

Job summary

Fenix Resources Ltd is hiring a Loader Operator to safely run Komatsu WA600 loaders at Weld Range, WA, on a 2:1 dayshift FIFO roster from Perth. This full-time role supports ROM and Loadout areas, loading 6-wheel trucks and rehandling material to maintain grade integrity.

You will contribute to production targets, follow safety policies, and operate with a focus on efficiency and teamwork in an open pit mining environment.

Qualifications

• WA HR or C Class (manual) driver’s licence required.
• Experience operating WA600 wheel loaders in mining or bulk materials.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and risk management.
• Ability to work in an active open pit mining operation.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a production-focused team.

Responsibilities

• Operate Komatsu WA600 or similar safely and efficiently in accordance with site procedures.
• Load 6-wheel articulated trucks with material, ensuring correct weight, load distribution, and cycle efficiency.
• Rehandle ore within the ROM, maintaining clean floors, safe stockpile shapes, and correct material segregation.
• Follow loadout rehandle instructions, ensure floors are level and smooth.
• Ensure correct material types are loaded and moved according to loadout plans and grade control instructions.
• Operate ROM loader or articulated trucks when required to support production continuity.
• Ensure correct ROM feed as per crushing blend instruction, maintain ROM floor as per design and free of spillage.
• Conduct pre-start checks, monitor machine performance, and report defects promptly.
• Follow all site safety policies and procedures, maintain situational awareness, and operate equipment within safe limits.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, truck drivers, ROM operators, and any other personnel or equipment in the work area.

Skills

Loader operation

Safety focused

Team collaboration

Effective radio communication

Hazard identification

Education

HR or C Class Driver's Licence (manual)

Tools

Komatsu WA600

Front-end loader operation

Bulk materials handling

Job description

Fenix Resources Ltd is hiring a Loader Operator to safely run Komatsu WA600 loaders at Weld Range, WA, on a 2:1 dayshift FIFO roster from Perth. This full-time role supports ROM and Loadout areas, loading 6-wheel trucks and rehandling material to maintain grade integrity.

You will contribute to production targets, follow safety policies, and operate with a focus on efficiency and teamwork in an open pit mining environment.