Excavator Operator - Blackwater Mine

About the role

BUMA Australia is seeking experienced excavator operators to join its Blackwater team in a permanent, full-time position on a 7/7 roster with day-night rotation. The Blackwater project is one of Queensland's largest coal mines, about 21 km from Blackwater, and BUMA has handled truck and excavator pre-strip operations there since 2012.

The fleet consists of Komatsu 930-E and Caterpillar 789C haul trucks paired with Hitachi EX8000, Caterpillar 6060 and Hitachi EX3600 excavators. Applicants with proven experience on 300T to 800T excavators are encouraged to apply.

Key responsibilities

• Operate excavators on the Blackwater site under the 7/7 roster.
• Identify and promote safe work practices, taking appropriate precautions to protect people, equipment and the environment.

Required profile

• Valid ST11 licence.
• Coal Board medical dated within the last 5 years (preferred).
• Transcripts showing proven experience on one or more of the excavators listed.

Required skills

• Hitachi EX3600 (or similar)
• CAT 6060 (or similar)
• Hitachi 8000 (or similar)

What we offer

• Permanent, full-time position on a 7/7 roster with 12.5-hour days.
• Third-year EA rates plus increased market allowances and superannuation.
• Reduced flights and salary sacrifice with RemServ, annualised weekly pay.
• Camp accommodation or Living Away from Home Allowance available.
• Company-provided bus from Rockhampton/Yeppoon or Emerald.
• Career progression through training and mentoring programs, including a trainer and assessor course.
• Discounted employee benefits on health insurance, groceries, fuel and retail outlets.

To apply, use the Apply Now button on the listing. Final applicants will be asked to consent to a police check.