Continuous Miner Operator (Coal)

Operators at this open-pit iron ore mine near Kathu keep the ore moving from face to crusher. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

You'll be based at an open-pit iron ore mine in Kathu. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Refuel and wash the machine at the end of your shift where required
• Report defects and lock out the machine for the maintenance crew
• Log loads, cycle times and machine hours on the onboard system or sheet
• Push and level material on dumps and stockpiles with the dozer
• Drill blast holes to the plan depth and angle marked by the survey team
• Load, haul and tip with the LHD from draw points to the ore pass
• Respect the collision avoidance system warnings and park-up rules

• Able to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating day and night roster
• Valid operator certificate for the specific machine, from an MQA-accredited provider
• Clear understanding of the TMM regulations under Chapter 8 of the MHSA regulations
• Code 10 or Code 14 driver's licence
• Grade 10 at minimum, with Grade 12 strongly preferred
• Certificate of fitness from a mine medical practitioner

• Shift allowance for night and weekend shifts
• Annual performance bonus
• Medical aid subsidy
• Company bus from nearby towns to the mine gate

• Name the exact machine class and size you operated, like "100-ton rigid dump truck". Mines hire by machine.
• If you live near the mine, say so. Local applicants are often preferred under the Social and Labour Plan.