Multi-Skilled Operators | CHPP Civil Operators

Northwest Mining Company; Muswellbrook Shire Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Mining Company is hiring Multi-Skilled Operators to work on site in the Hunter Valley region. You will operate excavators, graders, water carts and other mobile plant across multiple mine sites, with rosters including lifestyle or Monday–Friday options.

Candidates should have civil/mining experience, current HR licence (desirable), Order 45 Medical eligibility, and a strong work ethic with care for equipment. Relocation within 80km of Muswellbrook is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Excavators, Moxys, Graders & other mobile plant.
• Relevant Mine or Civil Site RPLs.
• HR Licence (unrestricted) highly desirable.
• Ability to pass an Order 45 Medical.

Responsibilities

• Road maintenance & washery clean-up.
• General labouring & site support.
• Road and carpark maintenance.
• Sump and drain clean.
• Work across various mine sites in the Hunter region.

Skills

Excavators

Graders

Moxys

Job description

Multi-Skilled Operators | CHPP Civil Operators

Due to continued growth, Northwest Mining Company (NWM) is looking for Multi-Skilled Operators to join our team.

This is your opportunity to work with industry-leading equipment, enjoy job security, and be part of a company that’s driving the future of mining operations in the Hunter Valley. With multiple site locationsand flexible roster options including a lifestyle roster or a Monday–Friday roster, this role suits operators looking for both stability and balance.

You’ll operate a range of equipment, including:

• Excavators (5t–30t)
• Graders (Cat 14M–16M)
• Water Carts & Posi-Track Bobcats
• Service / Fuel Cart

Your day-to-day will include:

• Road maintenance & washery clean-up
• General labouring & site support
• Road and carpark maintenance
• Sump and drain clean
• Work available across various mine sites in the Hunter region

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience operating Excavators, Moxys, Graders & other mobile plant
• Relevant Mine or Civil Site RPLsA current unrestricted HR Licence is highly desirable
• Ability to pass an Order 45 Medical
• A strong work ethic & commitment to equipment care

Live within 80km radius of Muswellbrook (not a FIFO opportunity)

Thinking about a start in mining? If you’ve got solid civil experience and a willingness to learn, this could be your entry point into the industry.

Why Join Northwest Mining?

• Competitive pay & long-term job security
• Training and upskilling opportunities to support your career growth
• A supportive team culture where people are respected, valued, and invested in
• Roster options to suit your lifestyle - Lifestyle roster (day shift only) or Monday–Friday roster