Production Mining Operators - Excavator, Dozer & Multiskilled

About the role

Protech is recruiting experienced permanent production mining operators (excavator and dozer) for the Blair Athol Mine, about 20 minutes from Clermont in Central Queensland. There are three positions available: Excavator Operators, Dozer Operators and Multiskilled Operators, each with its own salary.

Key responsibilities

• Operate machinery efficiently and safely as a highly skilled production operator
• Comply with the site's policies and procedures
• Follow instructions from the Mining Supervisor

Required profile

• Minimum of 12-18 months of demonstrated coal experience operating machinery
• Machinery evidence (training transcript/site authorisations)
• Health assessment (Coal Board medical)
• Standard 11
• Current driver's licence
• Two contactable references to verify experience and skills
• Right to work in Australia

What we offer

• Permanent position from day one
• 7/7 even time roster (alternating day and night shifts) of 12 hours
• Competitive hourly rates plus 6 weeks annual leave
• Camp accommodation about 15 minutes from the site, with private ensuite rooms, shared lounge, TV and laundry, and a fully equipped kitchen
• Discounted Medibank health insurance, Westpac banking offers, salary sacrificing options and EAP

The mine owner operates the fleet: Liebherr R 9400 and Hitachi EX3600-7 excavators; CAT D10 and D11 dozers; and CAT haul trucks, graders and watercarts. To apply, use the online application form or contact the recruitment team.