Open-Pit Dump Truck Operator | Competitive Pay + Benefits

Norton Gold Fields Limited; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential Allowance

Site Allowance

Family Private Health Insurance

Death and TPD Insurance

Mental Health Programs

Gym Membership Discount

Other Benefits

STIP up to 10%

Long Service Leave

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Norton Gold Fields Limited is seeking a skilled Open-Pit Dump Truck Operator to join our Kalgoorlie-based teams, operating 100+ tonne trucks at Binduli or Golden Cities. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliable vehicle handling in a residential, 7:7 roster.

Your experience in mining dumps, relevant licenses, and ability to adhere to mine plans will support efficient haulage and production, with competitive remuneration and site allowances.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months dump truck experience (100+ tonne capacity) in mining.
• Current Western Australian Class C Driver’s Licence is essential.
• Open Pit/mining experience is desirable.
• Familiarity with CAT and Komatsu heavy equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive large dump trucks to move ore and waste rock safely and efficiently.
• Perform pre-starts and post-shift checks, refuel and clean equipment as required.
• Interpret survey instructions and follow mine plans for production.
• Liaise in handovers with Shift Supervisor and cross-shift operators.
• Maintain best-practice standards to minimise equipment damage and delays.
• Support smooth loading/haulage cycles with minimal disruptions.

Skills

Dump Truck Experience

Mining Experience

Open Pit Experience (Desirable)

Education

WA Class C Driver's Licence

Tools

Dump Trucks CAT 777F/789D/775F

Komatsu 785/1500 Trucks

Water Carts CAT 777/773

Graders CAT 16M/14M

Job description

Norton Gold Fields Limited is seeking a skilled Open-Pit Dump Truck Operator to join our Kalgoorlie-based teams, operating 100+ tonne trucks at Binduli or Golden Cities. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliable vehicle handling in a residential, 7:7 roster.

Your experience in mining dumps, relevant licenses, and ability to adhere to mine plans will support efficient haulage and production, with competitive remuneration and site allowances.