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The role of Production Excavator Operator offers you the chance to hone your Digging skills in a hard rock mining environment, using a variety of selective mining techniques, and really taking ownership of your pit. You’ll work safely and collaboratively towards delivering targeted production outcomes. This is a permanent full-time role which operates on an 8:6 7:7 FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region.
Job Responsibility:
Operate heavy surface mining equipment, primarily 200T+ production Excavators in a hard rock open-cut mining environment
Maintaining targeted dig rates, with a focus on ore hygiene and selective mining techniques
Effectively and efficiently manage Dump Truck cycles
Working in a collaborative manner with a Can-Do attitude and following industry best practices
Actively contribute to a safe working environment for yourself and team members
Assist with undertaking other tasks and operating mobile machinery as required
Offer guidance and direction to your fellow Truck and Ancillary operators
Requirements:
Experience operating 200T+ Excavators, ideally CAT 6020 Dig Units or similar, in a hard rock mining production environment
Experience facing-up ore and the ability to focus on hygiene when digging ore to avoid contamination
A current WA Driver’s licence: HR preferred
The ability to work 12.5-hour shifts, including nights
A strong focus on safety and best practices within the mining industry
Nice to have:
Experience operating other mining machinery such as Track Dozers, Graders and Loaders is advantageous
A flexible approach to work and helping others, including operating other machinery and regular hot seating activities
You enjoy being part of a collaborative team and you’re passionate about achieving goals together
What we offer:
18 weeks parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
Health and wellbeing allowance
Quarterly short-term incentive bonus that recognises individual and business performance
PLS employee share scheme
Novated leasing through salary sacrifice
Newly refurbished facilities at Pilgangoora including gym, tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts, sports oval, and scenic walking tracks