Operator | Dozer Push

Whitehaven Coal Limited; Blackwater; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Employee referral bonus

STRIVE awards

Job summary

Whitehaven Coal Limited is seeking experienced Dozer Operators for the Dozer Push team at Blackwater. The role focuses on land preparation and earthworks with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency in a production mining environment.

Successful candidates will operate Caterpillar D11 dozers, perform bench preparation, and work with GPS guidance. Valid Standard 11, Coal Board Medical, and a clean licence are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating Caterpillar D11 dozers in a mining environment.
• Current Standard 11, Coal Board Medical and a valid driver’s licence.
• Strong understanding of mining safety procedures and environmental standards.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans and complete bench preparation tasks.
• Strong work ethic with safety-first mindset and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate Caterpillar D11 dozers within a production mining environment.
• Carry out bench preparation, bulk pushing and coal uncovering tasks using modular GPS guidance.
• Follow all site safety procedures and environmental requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the team to achieve production targets while maintaining high safety and operational standards.
• Excavator experience operating a Komatsu PC1250 or Cat 6030 is highly regarded but not essential.

Skills

D11 Dozer Operation

Mining environment

Safety-focused

GPS guidance

Tools

GPS guidance

Job description

About Blackwater Mine:

Blackwater is one of the region’s most significant coal operations — a site with scale, momentum, and a strong future. The mine plays a major role in supplying high‑quality coal to domestic and international markets, and every shift contributes directly to meeting production targets.

We are currently seeking multiple experienced Dozer Operators to join our Dozer Push team. The successful candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality land preparation and earthworks services while maintaining a strong focus on safety and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate Caterpillar D11 dozers within a production mining environment.
• Carry out bench preparation, bulk pushing and coal uncovering tasks using modular GPS guidance.
• Follow all site safety procedures and environmental requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the team to achieve production targets while maintaining high safety and operational standards.
• Excavator experience operating a Komatsu PC1250 or Cat 6030 is highly regarded but not essential.
• Grader experience operating a Cat 18M is highly regarded but not essential.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Proven experience operating Caterpillar D11 dozers in a mining environment.
• Valid training transcripts/LMS demonstrating relevant operating experience.
• Current Standard 11, Coal Board Medical and a valid driver’s licence.
• A strong understanding of mining safety procedures and environmental standards.
• The ability to read and interpret site plans and accurately complete bench preparation and design tasks.
• A strong work ethic, safety-first mindset and commitment to teamwork.

What is on Offer?

• Offered as a lifestyle roster
• Security of permanent employment with ongoing career development
• Modern camp facilities located close to the worksite
• A strong, safety-focused culture committed to excellence and professional growth

If you are an experienced dozer operator seeking a challenging and rewarding role within a reputable mining organisation, we encourage you to apply. Join Whitehaven and take the next step in your mining career.

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Why Whitehaven Coal?

• 26 wks. Paid Parental Leave
• $4k for successful employee referrals
• Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

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