Mine Production Operators – FIFO to various sites from Busselton

Rio Tinto; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking experienced Mine Production Operators for FIFO roles in Western Australia. Candidates will operate large-scale mining equipment and must possess a Full manual C Class license and a commitment to safety. The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a flexible lifestyle-friendly roster. Applicants are encouraged from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous people and women.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonuses

Health insurance

Career development assistance

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Ability to operate large scale mining equipment safely.
• Commitment to team safety and inclusion.
• Experience in Open Cut Production environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate mining equipment to extract iron ore.
• Prepare materials for processing and shipment.
• Comply with safety standards and operational goals.

Skills

Operational safety commitment

Experience in Open Cut Production

Team respect and inclusion

Education

Full manual C Class license

Permanent Australian residency

Tools

Large scale mining equipment

Job description

Overview

Mine Production Operators – FIFO to various sites from Busselton

Experienced Mine Production Operators - FIFO Various Sites from Busselton

Experienced Production Digger, Dozers & Loader Operators needed: Leverage your proven expertise to drive excellence in our high-performance mine operations.

We particularly welcome Indigenous people of Australia and Women to apply for this role as we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment as we advance our business to more accurately reflect the world around us.

Permanent employment with attractive salary, annual bonuses and a wide range of additional benefits designed to support you and your loved ones.

Flexibility for the lifestyle you want — Fly in; fly out opportunities from Busselton with access to multiple sites across the Pilbara.

Where we’re all welcome

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable being themselves. We value diverse voices, cultures and perspectives as essential to our success. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

About the role

We are seeking highly skilled Production Operators to join our Mining Operations teams across the Pilbara. In this role, you will safely operate large-scale mining equipment to extract iron ore, preparing it for processing and shipment to our global customers. These positions are FIFO with an 8/6/7/7 roster. Ideal candidates will have experience with the following equipment:

• Loaders/Diggers: EX 2500, EX 3600, EX5600, LT 1850/2350, CAT 994, WA1200
• Graders: CAT16,18, 24M
• Auxiliary equipment: WA/WD900, FEL 992, CAT Wheel Dozer
• AHS Mining experience favourable - Minestar or Frontrunner

You'll be part of a friendly and inclusive team, supported by your Supervisor to grow and achieve your own personal goals as well as the goals of the team. You’ll do 8 days on, 6 days off, 7 nights on, 7 nights off which will give you more time to spend on the things that are important to you and the people in your life. You can commute to site directly from Perth, Busselton, Albany, Geraldton or Broome as you grow your career while continuing to enjoy the lifestyle you choose.

What you’ll bring

• A Full manual C Class license
• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• Respect for others and an all-inclusive mindset
• Experience working in an Open Cut Production environment operating large scale equipment
• Permanent Australian residency without the need for Visa sponsorship

Equal opportunity We strongly encourage women to apply and note that Section 31 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
• Fly direct to site from Busselton on a lifestyle-friendly 8 days on 6 days off, 7 nights on 7 off roster
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive bonus
• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Company-provided insurance cover
• Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options
• Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave, cultural leave)
• Paid parental leave option: 18 weeks of paid leave after a new child arrives

We are committed to elevating Indigenous voices and increasing cultural knowledge in our business. You’ll have access to:

• Specialist Indigenous Support Advisors for Indigenous employees
• Dedicated Indigenous Talent Programme for Operators and Tradespersons and entry-level operational roles
• Indigenous leadership programmes across some professional and operational roles

Who we are

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries and produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition. Our purpose is to find better ways to provide materials the world needs, pursuing innovation and continuous improvement to reduce emissions and uphold high environmental, social and governance standards.

Where you’ll be working

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Rio Tinto operates the world’s largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets with industry-leading margins. Our premium product suite drives strong customer relationships and is supported by technical and commercial marketing expertise. The iron ore business is a leader in automated mining technologies.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company with operations in 35 countries, producing iron ore, copper, aluminium, and other materials for the global energy transition.

Every Voice Matters

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and respected.