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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
  • Paid community leave
  • Monthly employee recognition awards
  • Access to PLS’ KidsCo School Holiday Program

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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