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Multi Skilled Loader Operators Open Cut Coal Mine in Queensland
Multi Skilled Loader Operators Coal Mining Wamuran QLD
Programmed are currently seeking Multi Skilled / Loader Operators, who are available for an immediate start, to work in the Moreton Bay Region. If Successful, you will be required to operate various typed of earth machinery in an open cut environment therefore previous experience is mandatory.
This position is ongoing casual for the right person – Monday to Friday, overtime and weekends when required. They are searching for a reliable, safety conscious, team player to join the team immediately! The role will also include manual labour, general paperwork and other general on site duties.
Essential Skills / Experience
- Quarry experience – essential
- Previous experience in an ‘Open Cut’ environment
- Dump Trucks tickets – essential
- Haul / Water truck – advantageous
- Excavator – advantageous
- Front end Loader- advantageous
- Skid Steer – advantageous
- Backhoe/Current LB Lic- advantageous
- Dozer- advantageous
- Mobile Crusher operation experience – advantageous
- Fixed Plant operation experience- advantageous
- Construction Induction/White Card
- Current Driver’s License and own reliable transport
- Ability to work independently
- Safety Conscious attitude – essential
If you think you are suitable for this role please apply by clicking ‘Apply Now‘. If you have any issues uploading your resume please call 1300PROGRAMMED to speak to one of our friendly consultants.
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How to apply
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic mining operation that recognizes achievement and offers genuine career opportunities. Submit an application for this position, use the Apply button below. Don’t forget you will need the appropriate mine site qualifications such as Standard 11 Induction Training
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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
