Mining Operator (Talent Pool)

Alcoa; Shire Of Murray; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14% superannuation

Permanent local employment

Job summary

Alcoa Huntly mine in Western Australia is seeking experienced All Round Mining Operators to safely operate a range of heavy mobile equipment. You will contribute to productive mining operations while upholding a strong safety culture.

Join a supportive team and enjoy family‑friendly rosters with permanent local employment and ongoing development opportunities. This role offers stability within a global industry leader.

Qualifications

• Safety-first culture and commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to work semi-autonomously in a small, dynamic team.
• Strong teamwork and initiative.
• WA manual drivers' licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of heavy mobile equipment safely and efficiently across development and rehabilitation sites.
• Contribute to safe, reliable and productive mining operations.
• Collaborate with crew to meet quality and schedule targets.
• Support a positive safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Safety culture

Teamwork

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Autonomy

Tools

Komatsu PC3400/PC2000

CAT 993 Loader

D10 Dozer

D11 Dozer

Komatsu 375/475 Dozer

CAT 16/18 Grader

CAT 637 Scraper

Komatsu 730E Trucks

CAT 785/789 Trucks

WA manual drivers' licence

Job description

Shape Your World

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.

About the Role:

Are you an experienced mining operator with skills across multiple pieces of heavy mobile equipment? Alcoa is looking for motivated, safety-conscious All Round Mining Operators to join our operations. Enjoy a supportive team environment, ongoing development opportunities and a roster that helps you make the most of life outside of work.

With opportunities available across our Development and Rehabilitation teams, you'll enjoy a rewarding mining career and a family-friendly roster that lets you be present for life's important moments.

As an All Round Mining Operator, you'll use your skills across a variety of heavy mobile equipment, contributing to safe, efficient and reliable mining operations within our Development and Rehabilitation teams. Opportunities are available on either a 7:7 roster or a 4 days on 5 days off roster (combination of days and nights), supporting a balanced and rewarding lifestyle.

We're seeking experienced operators with demonstrated capability across multiple types of heavy mobile equipment, a strong commitment to safety and a proactive approach to work. You'll thrive in a collaborative team environment, take pride in delivering quality outcomes and contribute to our culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.

At Alcoa, you'll join a supportive and inclusive team where your experience is valued. In return, you'll have access to ongoing training, career development opportunities and the chance to build a long-term career with a global industry leader.

What's on offer

• Family friendly rosters that allow you to be home after each shift.
• Development Roster: 2 Day shifts, 2 Night shifts, 5 Days off.
• Rehabilitation Roster: 7 Day shifts, 7 Days off
• Secure, permanent and local employment without FIFO pressures.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits including 14% superannuation
• Employee growth and development opportunities.
• Connect and be part of a community that celebrates diversity through our employee inclusion groups.

What you can bring to the role

• Demonstrated commitment to a 'safety first' culture
• Self-motivation to work semi-autonomous in a small dynamic team
• Problem solving ability and good initiative
• A strong team focus where you support and encourage your crew
• WA manual drivers' licence

Operating Experience:

• Komatsu PC3400 & PC2000 Large Excavator
• CAT 993 Loader
• D10 & D11 Dozer
• Komatsu 375 & 475 Dozer
• CAT 16 & 18 Grader
• CAT 637 Scraper
• Komatsu 730E Trucks & CAT 785, 789 Trucks

Additional information

Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.

You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted for an interview, this process can take up to four weeks from the closing date.

Be part of shaping our organisation and join us in building a legacy of excellence for future generations.

About the Location

Huntly is one of our two bauxite mines in Western Australia. Established in 1976 and located east of North Dandalup in WA, it is the world's second largest bauxite mine, supplying ore to Alcoa's Pinjarra alumina refinery.

Bauxite ore from Alcoa's Huntly and Willowdale mines helps to produce almost half of Australia's alumina and approximately 19 per cent of Australia's aluminium. Our workplace is an inclusive and respectful environment, where we embrace change, new ideas and equal opportunity to succeed.

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!

Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.