Operator | Dozer Push

Whitehaven Coal; Central Highlands Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

Career development

Modern camp facilities

Job summary

A leading coal mining company in Queensland seeks experienced Dozer Operators to join their Dozer Push team. Responsibilities include operating Caterpillar D11 Dozers and ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have proven experience and relevant certifications. This role offers permanent employment and opportunities for career development in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating large earthmoving equipment in a mining environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of mining safety protocols and environmental standards.
• Ability to interpret site plans and execute bench/design tasks accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate Caterpillar D11 Dozers with proven expertise.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and environmental standards.
• Execute precise bench prep and bulk pushing tasks using modular GPS guidance.

Skills

Dozer Operation

Safety Protocols

Teamwork

GPS Guidance

Education

Standard 11

Coal Board Medical

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Caterpillar D11 Dozers

Komatsu PC1250

Cat 6030

Cat 18m Grader

Job description

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Whitehaven is a leading Australian producer of premium quality coal, proudly supporting the regional community of Blackwater. Our reputation is built on a steadfast commitment to safety, teamwork, respect, integrity, value, and excellence in all aspects of our operations.

What You Will Do

We are seeking experienced Dozer Operators to join our Dozer Push team at Whitehaven’s Blackwater Mine. The successful candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality land preparation and earthworks services in a safe and efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate Caterpillar D11 Dozers with proven expertise
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and environmental standards
• Execute precise bench prep, bulk pushing, andcoal uncovertasks using modular GPS guidance.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, safety consciousness, and teamwork
• Digger experience with Komatsu PC1250 or Cat 6030 would be highly advantageous but not essential.
• Grader experience with Cat 18m would be highly advantageous but not essential.

What You Will Bring:

• Standard 11, Coal Board Medical, and a valid Driver’s License
• Comprehensive understanding of mining safety protocols and environmental standards
• Ability to interpret site plans and executebench/design tasks accurately
• Proven experience operating large earthmoving equipment in a mining environment

Why Whitehaven?

• Opportunity for a lifestyle roster with the potential to move to a 7:7 shift pattern
• 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 organization, we encourage you to apply. Join Whitehaven and take the next step in your mining career.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production

• Industries

  Mining

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