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CoreStaff are curretly seeking for Experienced CAT Dump Truck Operator Coal Mining - FIFO Newcastle

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CoreStaff Newcastle & Hunter

Dump Truck Operator – Coal Mining Jobs

  • Lifestyle Roster – Enjoy 2 weekends off in a row
  • Smaller pit, close knit crew, great culture
  • Plenty of OT available

There client Glencore has asked Corestaff to reach far & wide to attract experienced Operators to their pit based in Liddell Hunter Valley. Yes, it’s a very busy market for all of you experienced Operators & agencies are screaming for you every day…… however they are hoping to speak to candidates that might be seeking a change of scenery, a change of working culture or an opportunity to be part of a smaller close knit team.

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To achieve this they would like to work with you and take care of the on boarding process to ensure your move is seamless. Unfortunately these are not traineeship roles; you will need your Haul Truck competencies & operated trucks as large as CAT 785’s / 789’s.

Given there are a number of operators either working FIFO up north or west away from their families on the east coast and wish to return, they are more than happy to kick things off over the phone and via email however if the client loves you, they will need you to finalize the process in the Hunter.

At Corestaff they pride there selves on searching after employees, engaging with you both onsite and through technology. There aim is to make you feel like part of the team, not another candidate sent to a mine site and forgotten about.

CAT Dump Truck Operator Coal Mining FIFO Newcastle

  • Lifestyle friendly crew roster
  • +$45 per hour
  • 12.50 Hr shifts
  • Regular OT available – $55+ per hour
  • Operating CAT 789 / Hitachi EH5000

CAT Dump Truck Operator Coal Mining FIFO Newcastle-iMINCO.net Mining Information

You will need:

  • Min 12 months experience operating Haul Trucks
  • Relevant Dump Truck competencies or RII’s
  • Current Coal Board medical or ability to pass one
  • Live within 1 hour of Liddell either now or when you relocate back

OK, enough of the ad…. time to submit your application and join the Core Crew! If you have any questions jump on the phone and call recruitment team on 02 4044 0412 to discuss further

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This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic mining operation that recognizes achievement and offers genuine career opportunities. Don’t forget you will need the appropriate mine site qualifications such as Standard 11 Induction Training

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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
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      Caterpillar Haul truck 785

      The Caterpillar 785 Haul Truck, Dump Truck or off-road truck as they are called in the U.S. are still used across the world in open-cut mining operations. This huge truck has proven it’s worth for many years and has often been the entry-level truck for new operators.

      Progressing when competent, operators move up to the larger CAT 793 and CAT 797 truck, giving them the confidence and ability to handle larger load capacities on a range of challenging mine sites.

      One of the biggest advantages you can get if you are looking to learn how to drive these big machines is to get to know the finer details.

      Learn more about the Caterpillar 785D mining haul truck here.

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      Caterpillar Haul truck 789

      The Caterpillar 789 dump truck is typically used in open pit mining. The 789 has a capacity of 177 tonnes, and its engine can produce 1770 horsepower.

      There are hundreds of CAT 789 dump trucks on various mine sites in Australia; working hard in open-cut coal mines as well as hauling raw iron ore dirt across the open, dusty mine sites of Western Australia.

      Read more about the CAT 789 mining dump truck on our website.

      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.