Mine Development Operator

Fortescue; Australia; Remote; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue is seeking an experienced Mine Development Operator to support safe and efficient development of new mine areas at Cloudbreak. You will operate dozers, graders and ancillary excavators to prepare work areas and maintain access as part of the mine plan.

This FIFO role offers frontline site work with a focus on safety, teamwork and precise execution of daily plans, with rosters and conditions described.

Qualifications

• Experience operating mobile plant in a mining environment.
• Competent operating dozers, graders or excavators.
• Current high-risk work licences or competencies where required.
• Understanding of mine site safety and operational procedures.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and daily plans.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate mine development equipment safely and efficiently.
• Prepare and maintain access roads, new mining work areas, sumps and dump locations.
• Complete tasks in line with daily plans, work instructions and priorities.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and report defects or hazards.
• Work with Mining, Ore Processing and Maintenance teams to coordinate activities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and care for equipment.
• Follow site safety, environmental and operational procedures.
• Communicate progress, delays and changing conditions to your supervisor.

Skills

Mobile plant ops

Dozers & graders

Safety compliance

Reading plans

Teamwork

Communication

Equipment maintenance

Licences

Job description

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Cloudbreak – Fortescue’s Cloudbreak mine is located on the traditional lands of the Palyku and Nyiyaparli peoples.

Roster: 7D/7N/14R – FIFO ex Perth, Busselton, Broome, Karratha, Port Hedland, Fitzroy Crossing and Kununurra.

Cloudbreak is seeking an experienced Mine Development Operator to support the safe and efficient development of new mine areas. You will operate equipment such as dozers, graders and ancillary excavators to prepare work areas, maintain access and assist with the delivery of the mine plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate mine development equipment safely and efficiently.
• Prepare and maintain access roads, new mining work areas, sumps and dump locations.
• Complete tasks in line with daily plans, work instructions and priorities.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and report defects or hazards.
• Work with Mining, Ore Processing and Maintenance teams to coordinate activities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and care for equipment.
• Follow site safety, environmental and operational procedures.
• Communicate progress, delays and changing conditions to your supervisor.

Qualifications And Experience

• Experience operating mobile plant in a mining environment.
• Competent in operating relevant equipment such as dozers, graders or ancillary excavators.
• Current relevant high-risk work licences or competencies, where required.
• Understanding of mine site safety and operational procedures.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and daily plans.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safe work practices and looking after equipment.

About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.