At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a supportive team operating heavy machinery in a safe mining environment.
- Company: Yarrabee Mine, part of Yancoal Australia, with a strong community culture.
- Benefits: Competitive wages, health insurance, parental leave, and local allowances.
- Other info: Diverse workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Be part of a long-standing team making a real impact in the mining industry.
- Qualifications: Experience operating haul trucks and understanding of mining safety regulations.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
About The Business
Operating continuously since 1982, Yarrabee has a strong long-term future outlook for ongoing coal production. The site employs a workforce of approximately 400 people, which proudly boasts its integrated close-knit culture of people who collectively pull together as a team. Yarrabee Mine's long history and strong future creates an exciting challenge for developing and navigating the requirements of the years ahead.
Location: Blackwater, QLD, 4717
Yarrabee is a subsidiary of Yancoal Australia, which is Australia’s largest pure play coal producer. It boasts three tier one thermal coal mines in New South Wales together with interests in three other metallurgical and thermal coal mines located in New South Wales and Queensland. At Yancoal, our people are our most valuable asset and we invest in developing our management and leadership talent throughout our operations.
We are looking for experienced Operators to join our team at Yarrabee located in Blackwater.
Job Tasks And Responsibilities
This is your opportunity to join a team that embraces diverse talent, working together in a safe environment and delivering strategic outcomes. The crews onsite are full of supportive, dedicated operators and we are looking for candidates who will add to the positive culture on site. We are looking for individuals who are professional operators across a range of equipment including dump trucks, graders & dozers. The role will require you to be proficient in the safe operation of the heavy machinery & equipment on site and demonstrate ownership of your work area.
Roster: 7:7 rotating Day/Night
Skills And Experience
As an experienced Haul Truck Operator in the Mining Industry you will possess the below attributes:
- Previous experience in the operation and maintenance of Haul Trucks within a mining or heavy industry environment
- Electric Truck experience highly desirable
- Thorough understanding of individual responsibilities in relation to the Coal Mining Safety & Health Act and associated regulations
- Sound communication skills within a mining environment
- Skilled in hazard identification and responsive to safety issues
- Demonstrated ability to positively contribute to a company culture
- Applicable Coal Competencies
- Current Standard 11 Mine Induction (Surface)
- Current Queensland Driver's licence
- Current QLD Coal Board Medical
Benefits
Yancoal provides a range of benefits to appeal to the diverse needs of our employees. The following benefits are available to eligible wages employees:
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Salary Sacrifice Options
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Service Recognition
- Paid Parental Leave Provisions
- Local Housing Allowance
- Local Sporting Allowance
Yancoal Australia values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people that identify as LGBTQIA+. Yancoal Australia is a Work180 Endorsed Employer and is committed to ensuring all employees can thrive in an inclusive workplace.
If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply today and take the first step toward an exciting new journey with us!
Operator in Blackwater employer: Yancoal Australia Ltd
Yancoal Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a secure opportunity as an HR Advisor within the thriving Mid-Western Region. With a strong commitment to employee growth and a family-friendly work culture, Yancoal provides extensive benefits including flexible work arrangements, study assistance, and a focus on diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employees can thrive in a supportive environment.
