Shovel Operator

WorkPac Group; Middlemount; On-site; AUD 109,000 - 147,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp accommodation

Meals provided

Job summary

WorkPac is seeking experienced shovel operators for Coppabella Mine, located about 140km southwest of Mackay. You will operate electric rope or hydraulic mining shovels in an open cut coal environment, load haul trucks, and perform pre-start inspections.

This casual role offers 12.5-hour shifts on a 7/7 day and night roster, camp accommodation and meals, and the chance to work with a leading coal producer through WorkPac.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating mining shovels.
• Current Standard 11.
• Current Coal Board Medical (or ability to obtain).
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate electric rope or hydraulic mining shovels in an open cut coal mining environment.
• Load haul trucks efficiently and safely to meet production targets.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and report mechanical issues.
• Work collaboratively with production crews and mine dispatch.
• Adhere to all site safety procedures and operational standards.

Skills

Shovel operation

Safety compliance

Job description

Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel. Their commitment to sustainability underpins everything they do while also shaping their future strategy. Coppabella Mine is located approximately 140km southwest of Mackay and is a surface mine utilising Dragline, Dozer, Truck and Shovel mining methods.

What You Will Be Doing

• Operating electric rope or hydraulic mining shovels in an open cut coal mining environment
• Loading haul trucks efficiently and safely to meet production targets
• Conducting pre-start inspections and reporting mechanical issues
• Working collaboratively with production crews and mine dispatch
• Adhering to all site safety procedures and operational standards

What You Will Need

• Previous experience operating mining shovels
• Current Standard 11
• Current Coal Board Medical (or ability to obtain)
• Current Driver's Licence
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening

What's in it for you?

• $93.13 per hour casual rate
• 7/7 Day & Night roster
• 12.5-hour shifts
• Camp accommodation and meals provided
• Opportunity to work with a leading coal producer through WorkPac

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more. Choosing WorkPac is always a Good Move.

EEO

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.