Dump Truck Operator
Australia, Western Australia, Perth
Fulltime: 84 hrs a week
Experience: 2-4 Years
Mining
Introduction
FIFO Dump Truck Operator opportunities available with a Tier 1 mining company. Ideal for experienced production operators looking for ongoing work, strong site exposure and opportunities across major WA mining operations.
What are you going to do
We are seeking experienced Dump Truck Operators for ongoing FIFO opportunities with a leading Tier 1 mining company across large-scale surface mining operations in Western Australia.
Working as part of the production team, you will safely operate heavy mining equipment while supporting daily production targets in a fast-paced open-pit environment.
Key Duties:
- Operate large rigid haul trucks across production mining areas
- Haul ore and waste between the pit, ROM, stockpiles and designated dump areas
- Work safely alongside excavators, loaders, dozers, graders and other heavy mobile equipment
- Complete pre-start inspections and report equipment faults or hazards
- Follow loading, hauling and dumping procedures
- Maintain communication with supervisors, dispatch and other operators
- Follow site traffic management plans and operating procedures
- Maintain high safety and housekeeping standards
- Support production targets and efficient equipment utilisation
Mobile Plant Experience:
We are interested in operators with experience across large-scale CAT, Komatsu or equivalent mining haul trucks. Experience around supporting production equipment such as excavators, dozers, graders, loaders and water carts will also be highly regarded.
Roster:
- FIFO from Perth
- Predominantly 7 days / 7 nights / 7 days off (2:1)
- 12 to 12.5-hour shifts
- Other roster arrangements
Essential skills and knowledgeÂ
- Previous Dump Truck Operator experience within a production mining environment
- Proven experience operating large rigid haul trucks, such as CAT, Komatsu or equivalent
- Experience working within open-pit / surface mining operations
- Current C Class Driver's Licence or higher
- Current National Police Clearance, or ability to obtain one
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen
- Full Australian working rights
- Ability to work FIFO from Perth and complete day/night shift rotations
- Strong understanding of mine site safety procedures, traffic management and radio communications
- A reliable, safety-focused attitude and ability to work within a high-production mining crew
What we offer
- Super paid on all hours
- Salary sacrificing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Corporate discounts
About Brunel:
Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.
Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.
Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.
Do you have questions?
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact m.foster@brunel.net or +61 8 9429 5605
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