Skilled Mobile Equipment Operator

Glencore Australia; Central Highlands Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six weeks annual leave

Relocation assistance

Subsidised housing

Camp accommodation

Annual bonus or incentive

Private health support

Job summary

Glencore Australia, Oaky Creek Coal, Tieri, QLD, is seeking a Skilled Mobile Equipment Operator to join the team. The role involves operating a range of heavy machines to support rehabilitation, earthworks and closure activities on a 7 days on/7 days off roster.

Reporting to the Surface Superintendent, you’ll uphold safety standards, work independently or with a small team, and contribute to environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• Experience operating mobile equipment in surface mining or civil works.
• Current Queensland HR Driver Licence.
• Competencies in dozer, loader, excavator and/or grader operations are advantageous.
• Able to work independently and in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and promote a strong commitment to safety and compliance with site procedures.
• Operate a range of mobile equipment to undertake rehabilitation, civil construction and earthworks activities.
• Conduct reclamation and rehabilitation dozer operations in support of mine closure and land restoration programs.
• Operate service trucks and carry out routine servicing and minor maintenance of mobile equipment.
• Support site water management activities, including water transfer systems, pipelines and associated infrastructure maintenance.
• Contribute to environmental management initiatives and maintain high housekeeping standards across work areas.
• Work collaboratively within a small team environment to deliver operational and rehabilitation objectives.

Skills

Mobile equipment operation

Dozer operation

Loader operation

Excavator operation

Grader operation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Independent work

Job description

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Skilled Mobile Equipment Operator

Oaky Creek Surface, Oaky Creek Coal

Tieri, QLD

Oaky Creek Coal, a Glencore Managed Operation, produces high-quality export coking coal. We’re professional, take personal ownership and we’re committed to providing exceptional outcomes all while delivering safe coal. At Oaky we know it’s our people that make it all possible. Our culture promotes flexibility and teamwork and rewards dedicated people, who take responsibility, and who have the drive to be leaders in their field. We recognise and reward exceptional work.

Reporting to the Surface Superintendent, an exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and safety-focused Skilled Mobile Equipment Operator to join the Oaky Creek Coal team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Demonstrating and promoting a strong commitment to safety and compliance with site procedures
• Operating a range of mobile equipment to undertake rehabilitation, civil construction and earthworks activities
• Conducting reclamation and rehabilitation dozer operations in support of mine closure and land restoration programs
• Operating service trucks and carrying out routine servicing and minor maintenance of mobile equipment
• Supporting site water management activities, including water transfer systems, pipelines and associated infrastructure maintenance
• Contributing to environmental management initiatives and maintaining high housekeeping standards across work areas
• Working collaboratively within a small team environment to deliver operational and rehabilitation objectives

About you:

• Previous experience operating mobile equipment within surface mining, civil construction, earthmoving or similar heavy industry environments
• Current Queensland HR Driver Licence
• Current competencies in dozer, loader, excavator and/or grader operations will be highly regarded
• Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated understanding of environmental responsibilities and sustainable work practices
• Reliable, self-motivated and willing to contribute positively to team outcomes

This is a 7 days on/7days off rostered position.

Just as importantly, we’ve worked hard to make sure you feel valued. In return, here are just some of the benefits we offer:

• Highly competitive mining salary plus annual short-term performance bonus
• 6 weeks’ annual leave per year
• Access to Coal Mining Industry Long Service Leave - one of the most generous long service leave schemes of any industry in the country
• Generously subsidised housing, or permanently allocated camp accommodation
• Relocation assistance
• Opportunities to salary sacrifice flights and/or enter into a novated lease vehicle arrangement
• Private Health or Salary Continuance reimbursement up to $3,500
• Active Lifestyle reimbursement for local amenities
• Years of service awards and Christmas gifts
• Town events and yearly Christmas parties
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses up to $600
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to the whole family
• Provision for education assistance if you are wanting to further your studies down the track

The local town of Tieri offers an exceptional standard of living and a vast array of facilities for adults and children. Relocation assistance will be provided to the successful candidate ad well as competitive remuneration and benefits, subsidised housing and performance bonus incentives ( www.tieri.com.au ).

As per company policy, internal applicants should discuss their interest in this position with their Manager prior to submitting an application.

Glencore provides unrivalled career and development prospects, great communities and the opportunity to work with leaders in your field.