At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate heavy machinery safely and efficiently in a dynamic mining environment.
- Company: Join Glencore, a leader in the mining industry with a focus on respect and safety.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, camp accommodation, meals, and health reimbursements.
- Other info: Work in a supportive team environment with a 7/7 rotating roster.
- Why this job: Be part of a long-term project with excellent career growth and development opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experience with excavators and other heavy machinery; strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation. Collinsville Open Cut is located approximately 160km from Airlie Beach in Queensland, a town known as the gateway to the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef. Producing both metallurgical and thermal coal for the export market, the surface mine has a long life and is transitioning from a dragline strip to a truck and shovel terrace operation.
We are currently looking for competent and experienced excavator and multi-skilled operators to fill multiple positions across our open cut site. Reporting to the OCE, you will:
- Provide safe and efficient operation of heavy earthmoving equipment to meet mine production and organisational targets.
- Be comfortable performing the full range of mining tasks in a dynamic and changing environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
About you:
- Equipment experience – Excavator (>200T), Dozer, Grader, Loader, Water Truck and/or Haul Truck Operator.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of and commitment to risk management and safe work practices.
- Ability to liaise with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
What we offer:
- Highly competitive Enterprise Agreement position.
- Long term Life of Mine.
- Permanent full-time position.
- 7/7 Day-Night Rotating Roster.
- Camp accommodation and meals provided.
- Annual Health & Wellbeing Reimbursement.
- Reward & recognition initiatives.
- Training & Development Opportunities.
Applications Close: Sunday October 18, 2026. As per company policy, internal applicants should discuss their interest in this position with their Manager prior to submitting an application. Glencore provides unrivalled career and development prospects, great communities and the opportunity to work with leaders in your field.
Mineworker Operator (Excavator and Multi-skilled) employer: Glencore Australia
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