Loader Operator - Iron Bridge

Theiss; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full camp facilities

2 gyms + sports facilities

Outdoor pool and recreation

Flights & novated leasing

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Thiess is hiring a Loader Operator to join our Production Mining Team. This role involves operating heavy loaders, maintaining floor levels, and supporting safe, efficient ore movement at the Iron Bridge Mine on a 2:1 roster (7D7N7RR) with FIFO from Perth.

Your background includes at least 3 years on CAT 994 or equivalent machines (WA1200, Le Tourneau 1850) and a strong commitment to health and safety in a mining environment. A valid Australian driver's license is essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience operating a CAT 994 Loader in a production mining operation including loading at the ROM
• Equivalent experience in Komatsu WA 1200, Le Tourneau 1850

Responsibilities

• Operating machinery efficiently, safely, and competently to ensure maximum output
• Complying with Thiess’ policies and procedures
• Responding to instructions from Mining Supervisor
• Ensuring floor levels are maintained
• Minimising dilution and achieving design parameters within acceptable tolerances
• Maintain stockpiles, dumps and haul roads to ensure flow in a safe and efficient manner
• Operate, drive and move material as directed to prepare operating areas and roads
• Setting and maintain high housekeeping standards
• Carrying out pre-start checks

Skills

Loader operation

Mining operations

Safety protocols

Pre-start checks

Tools

CAT 994 Loader

Komatsu WA1200

Le Tourneau 1850

Job description

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With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.

About the role

As our next Loader Operator to proudly represent our Production Mining Team, you will live for challenges and thrive on the variety of work available. Like all of us at Thiess, you’re a passionate and energetic person, that appreciates responsibility, recognition and reward.

• 2:1 roster (7D7N7RR) | FIFO Perth to Iron Bridge Mine
• Salary sacrifice options available for applicants outside WA
• BIBO available for Port Hedland residents
• Permanent full-time role with development and upskilling opportunities
• Excellent new facilities - Japal Village

In this role, you will:

• Operating machinery efficiently, safely, and competently to ensure maximum output
• Complying with Thiess’ policies and procedures
• Responding to instructions from Mining Supervisor
• Ensuring floor levels are maintained
• Minimising dilution and achieving design parameters within acceptable tolerances
• Maintain stockpiles, dumps and haul roads to ensure flow in a safe and efficient manner
• Operate, drive and move material as directed to prepare operating areas and roads
• Setting and maintain high housekeeping standards
• Carrying out pre-start checks

About you

• 3 years experience operating a CAT 994 Loader in a production mining operation including loading at the ROM
  • Equivalent experience in Komatsu WA 1200, Le Tourneau 1850
• Possess strong mining operational skills and be able to demonstrate your ability in maintaining pit floors and bunds in a mining production environment
• Sound knowledge and understanding of ore mark ups and pit configuration
• Proven compliance and commitment to health and safety at all times
• Valid Australian drivers license

What Thiess can do for you

• Full camp facilities provided
• 2 gyms + a women’s only gym, sports games and gym classes
• Outdoor swimming pool, basketball/volleyball court, soccer pitch & hiking tracks
• Recreation rooms (pool table, darts etc)
• High quality food options (including made to order)
• In-room entertainment with own-device casting ability + WiFi
• Newly built crib hut
• Thiess’ commitment to training & development
• Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.

About us

We partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia, Africa and the Americas. For more than 80 years, we’ve operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses that insight to optimise solutions for each project and create lasting value for our clients and the communities we live and work in.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

Visit our website to learn more – http://www.thiess.com