Shovel Operator - Iron Bridge

Thiess Group; Perth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mining is seeking a skilled Shovel Operator to join their Production Mining Team. This permanent full-time role offers a chance to operate advanced machinery, ensuring safety and efficiency while contributing to significant mining projects. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to health and safety, this position promises a fulfilling career path. Enjoy the benefits of FIFO arrangements and excellent facilities, all while working in a diverse and inclusive environment that values your contributions. If you thrive on challenges and seek to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full camp facilities

Salary sacrifice options

Corporate discounts (health insurance, travel, retail)

Referral bonus program

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years mining experience as a production excavator operator.
• Proven compliance and commitment to health and safety at all times.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery efficiently and safely to ensure maximum output.
• Excavate to design boundaries of ore bodies and maintain floor levels.
• Comply with policies and respond to instructions from the Mining Supervisor.

Skills

Mining Production Excavator Operation

Operating Hitachi EX3600

Operating CAT6060

Health and Safety Compliance

Excavation Techniques

Job description

Job ID: 929972

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Australia - Perth, Australia - Pilbara, WA

Categories: Operator - All Round / Multi Skilled, Operator - Production / Excavator

With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.

About the role

As our next Shovel Operator to proudly represent our Production Mining Team, you will live for challenges and thrive on the variety of work available. Like all of us at Thiess, you’re a passionate and energetic person, that appreciates responsibility, recognition and reward.

• 2:2 (7D7N14RR) and 2:1 roster (7D7N7RR) | FIFO Perth to Iron Bridge Mine
• Salary sacrifice options available for applicants outside WA or DIDO available for Port Hedland residents
• Permanent full-time role with development and upskilling opportunities
• Excellent new facilities at recently renovated Japal Village

In this role, you will:

• Operate machinery efficiently, safely, and competently to ensure maximum output
• Comply with Thiess’ policies and procedures
• Respond to instructions from Mining Supervisor
• Excavate to design boundaries of ore bodies, berms and pit walls
• Ensure floor levels are maintained
• Minimise dilution and achieve design parameters within acceptable tolerances
• Set and maintain high housekeeping standards
• Carry out pre-start checks

About you

• At least 5 years mining experience as mining production excavator operator
• Experience operating Hitachi EX3600 and CAT6060 is essential
• Experience in loading dump trucks in a mining production environment is essential
• Sound knowledge and understanding of ore mark ups and pit configuration
• Skills to mine out benches and cutting batters, leaving minimal amount of material for final trim to design of batter angle
• Proven compliance and commitment to health and safety at all times

What Thiess can do for you

• Permanent full-time positions
• Full camp facilities provided
• Thiess’ commitment to training & development
• Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products
• Referral bonus program – earn $5k for a successful referral

About us

We partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia, Africa and the Americas. For more than 80 years, we’ve operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses that insight to optimise solutions for each project and create lasting value for our clients and the communities we live and work in.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

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