Mining Heavy Equipment Operator – Safe & Efficient

Yancoal; Blackwater; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Salary Sacrifice Options

Employee Assistance Programs

Service Recognition

Paid Parental Leave Provisions

Local Housing Allowance

Local Sporting Allowance

Job summary

Yarrabee Mine, part of Yancoal Australia, is seeking a Specialist Operator at Blackwater, QLD. The role focuses on safe operation and maintenance of heavy mobile equipment to support production targets and site safety.

You will work as part of a cohesive team, maintain multiple machines, and contribute to continuous improvement while following Coal Mining Safety & Health Act requirements. Queensland driver’s licence and induction compliance are expected.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience operating Dozers, Watercarts, Graders & Haul Trucks in mining or heavy industry.
• Thorough understanding of Coal Mining Safety & Health Act and related regulations.
• Strong communication skills in a mining environment.
• Hazard identification and responsive safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy mobile equipment safely and efficiently to achieve production targets.
• Maintain competency across multiple machinery types and comply with site requirements.
• Identify, report and control workplace hazards to support safety.
• Adhere to safety procedures, risk assessments and statutory requirements.
• Inspect plant and equipment and report defects timely.
• Care for machinery to minimise damage and maintain clean work areas.
• Support and mentor team members and participate in safety meetings.
• Contribute to improving site performance and communicate recommendations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Hazard identification

Team collaboration

Driver's licence

Job description

Yarrabee Mine, part of Yancoal Australia, is seeking a Specialist Operator at Blackwater, QLD. The role focuses on safe operation and maintenance of heavy mobile equipment to support production targets and site safety.

You will work as part of a cohesive team, maintain multiple machines, and contribute to continuous improvement while following Coal Mining Safety & Health Act requirements. Queensland driver’s licence and induction compliance are expected.