Dump Truck Operator - Open-Cut Coal Mine (Brisbane FIFO)

About the role

An established open-cut coal operation in the Bowen Basin is looking for experienced dump truck operators through a labour hire arrangement. The work is within the production team, safely operating haul trucks across the mine. Immediate starts are available, subject to onboarding and site clearance.

Key responsibilities

• Complete pre-start inspections of the haul truck
• Report equipment faults
• Follow site procedures
• Communicate clearly with operators and supervisors

Required profile

• Minimum 12 months' experience operating haul trucks in open-cut production mining
• Experience operating CAT 777 haul trucks as a minimum; larger CAT haul truck experience welcomed
• Current Standard 11 and Coal Board Medical (applicants must already hold these)
• Current Australian driver's licence and national police check
• Relevant RII competencies
• Commitment to safe operating practices and reliable attendance

What we offer

• Rates up to $77 per hour depending on experience
• Superannuation and Coal Long Service Leave on every hour worked
• 7/7 rotating day/night roster
• FIFO options from Brisbane with salary sacrifice available for flight costs
• Camp accommodation and meals, gym and recreation facilities, camp 5-10 minutes from site

The site fleet includes CAT 789, CAT 793, CAT 794 and Hitachi EH5000 trucks. Candidates apply by submitting their resume with haul truck experience and availability to the recruitment coordinator.