Excavator Operators - Open Cut Mine in the Goldfields Near Kalgoorlie

Excavator Operators – Open Cut Mine in the Goldfields Near Kalgoorlie

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Excavator Operator

One Key Resources are on the hunt for experienced Excavator Operators for an Open Cut Mine in the Goldfields near Kalgoorlie.�An employer of choice, One Key Resources employs Open Cut and Underground Operators, Tradespeople and Support Staff at close to 100 locations across Australia.

The Role�

One Key Resources are on the hunt for experienced Excavator Operators for an Open Cut Mine in the Goldfields near Kalgoorlie. Our client is a Tier One Mining House and is searching for safety minded Operators for an immediate start! Details of the role include:

  • Residential/BIBO From Kalgoorlie
  • FIFO from Perth
  • Roster 5D, 5N & 5 Off
  • Long term opportunities offering temp to perm

Successful applicants will be able to provide and demonstrate the following:

  • Previous experience in Surface Mining operations operating excavators is essential.
  • Experience operating PC3000 and PC2000 excavators or Hitachi 3600.
  • Experience Operating other Equipment (Dump Truck, Dozer etc.) highly desirable
  • Current Australian drivers licence (HR Licence is desirable)
  • NPC within 12 months
  • RII or SSE Signed Competencies
  • Ability to complete a PEM including a D&A test

The Benefits�
Working for One Key Resources not only means you will work with a leading supplier of labour to the Mining, Oil & Gas and Infrastructure industries, this role also offers the following benefits:

  • Long term opportunities offering temp to perm
  • Excellent rates $48 – $52/hr. + Super
  • Residential/BIBO From Kalgoorlie or
  • FIFO from Perth
  • 10/5 RosterIf you fit the above we look forward to hearing from YOU! Apply now for an opportunity to work with the best.

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Dump Truck Operator Salaries

How much do dump truck production operators earn in the mines?

Depending on where you live, or which state the mine is located in, as you can see from the information below, the salaries are very different. In Queensland and New South Wales, mining wages are pretty much the same for Dump Truck Operators. Working at a Western Australian mine you can expect to earn about 20% more than if you worked in QLD or NSW.

Dump truck operator jobs are advertised on SEEK and other mining jobs boards regularly.

According to online jobs website Indeed (au.indeed.com), the average salary for a Dump Truck Production Operator in Australia is $41.98 per hour. Salary estimates are based on 326 salaries submitted anonymously to Indeed by Dump Truck Drivers. The data was collected from past and present job ads on Indeed over the last 36 months.

Payscale.com Dump Truck Driver Pay Estimates

Looking at the salary of an entry-level Dump Truck Driver with less than 1 year experience, you can expect to earn an average hourly wage (includes bonus, and overtime pay) of AU$42 based on 24 pay reviews.

With so many different and conflicting articles about salaries, it's difficult to know what the exact take home pay is for a Dump Truck Operator.

Blackwater, Queensland Dump Truck Salaries +40%

According to Payscale.com, Dump Truck Operators in the Queensland Bowen Basin area of Blackwater, earn an average of 39.7% more than the national average. Dump Truck Operators also get more money in Western Australia (26.6% more) and Kalgoorlie (17.0% more). The lowest salaries can be found in Melbourne, Victoria (19.6% less), Brisbane, Queensland (16.2% less) and Sydney, New South Wales (14.3% less).

SEEK mining job salaries for dump truck production operators

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What are dump truck operator employers looking for?

The following list is a collection of requirements you'll find in most advertised dump truckk operator jobs

  • Experience operating CAT trucks
  • A willingness to work rotating rosters
  • Ability to contribute and work positively in a team environment
  • Able to pass a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol test
  • Competitive Hourly Rate plus super on all hours worked
  • Current Drivers Licence
  • Current Standard 11 or willing to obtain a Standard 11
  • Have a strong commitment to safety and Zero Harm and ensure this is a
  • priority and at the forefront of all your decision-making
  • Have a strong work history
  • High level of safety awareness
  • Relevant current RII Competencies
  • Relevant RII/ SSE sign offs/ Competencies
  • Right to work in Australia - Birth Certificate or Australian Passport
  • Sound Work History
  • Be reliable and a team player
    • Resources and Infrastructure Industry (RII)

      Commonly refered to as Black Coal Competency (BCC), the RII competency is one that can be attained by an operator who has previously worked in the industry and has completed a number of operating hours on various types of machinery.

      RII competency is granted to prove correct and safe operation of mine site machinery. It is a very useful qualification to have, as it confirms the operator has the required experience and expertise.

      Find out more about RII Competencies here

      You can transfer your nationally recognised civil Excavator, Front End Loader or Dozer tickets only to RII Black Coal Competencies.