Truck drivers use heavy vehicles such as haul packs to transport goods and materials from one area to another. Truck drivers in the minerals industry may perform the following tasks:
- Check brakes, oil, tyres, electrical systems, water, hydraulics and air;
- Load, or supervise loading, material onto the truck;
- Transport material to destination, and
- Maintain log books.
Wages
Dump Truck Operator: $60,000 “” $105,000+
Qualifications
Entry is generally through a nationally recognised haul truck training course (RIIMPO311A ““ Conduct Haul Truck Operations), a traineeship and/or at least 1 year`s relevant experience.
Mining companies and contractors are the main employers of truck drivers in the mining industry.
Here is a link to more information on a Dump Truck Course you can undertake to work in the Australian mines
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