Trainee Dump Truck Operator – FIFO Mining with 2:1 Shifts

Macmahon; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO/DIDO from Perth

On-site training and simulator

Government funding support

Job summary

Macmahon invites applicants to join a 24-month Traineeship - Dump Truck Operator in Western Australia. You’ll gain foundational knowledge, participate in the Trainee Dump Truck Academy, and work toward the RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations.

Shortlisted candidates attend an Assessment Centre Day on 27 November 2026 and start in February 2027, with FIFO/DIDO from Perth and a 2:1 day/night roster on site.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid manual driver's licence.
• Full Australian working rights (citizenship or permanent resident).
• Experience with 12-hour shifts is highly desirable.
• Previous mine site experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate rigid haul trucks safely.
• Maintain a tidy work area and support safe interactions with teams.
• Contribute to a people-first culture and live our values.
• Help teammates and support crew cohesion.

Skills

Manual driver's licence

Australian working rights

12-hour shift experience

Mine site experience (adv.)

Education

RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction

Job description

Macmahon invites applicants to join a 24-month Traineeship - Dump Truck Operator in Western Australia. You’ll gain foundational knowledge, participate in the Trainee Dump Truck Academy, and work toward the RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations.

Shortlisted candidates attend an Assessment Centre Day on 27 November 2026 and start in February 2027, with FIFO/DIDO from Perth and a 2:1 day/night roster on site.