Excavator Operator

Expiring: 20 January 2026

RESIDENTIAL LOCATION: Perth/Kalgoorlie

WORK SITE: Binduli

ROSTER: 2:1 Day & Night – 12hrs (Please note this role is Residential or FIFO)

PACKAGE: Salary + Performance Bonus + Residential Allowance + Site Allowance + Family Private Health Insurance or Allowance + Death and TPD Coverage or Allowance + Mental Health Programs + Gym Membership Discount + Other Benefits

 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

As a Digger Operator at Norton Gold Fields for our AHS project, you are responsible for the safe & efficient operation of an Excavator in a mining production environment and for operator other equipment such as but not limited to, Dozer, Grader, Water Cart and Dump Trucks as required to conduct production mining operations.

  • Drive diggers such as Hitachi EX 1200, and 3600 machinery.
  • Interpret, understand and apply survey instructions and dig plans.
  • Accurately excavate ore and waste to the grade control geologist’s and surveyor’s markings and direct the trucks to deliver the material to the correct stockpile areas.
  • Direct truck movement and manage the number of trucks needed for optimal productivity.
  • Rapid response to operator requests to clear up spillage on haul roads and maintain clear loading faces.
  • Complete daily take five and JSA risk assessment as required when performing tasks.
  • Be able to complete machine challenge evaluations competently for all machines.
  • Ensure minimal disruptions to the loading and haulage cycle.

 

ABOUT YOU

  • At least 12 months of excavator experience and 3 years of mining experience (Essential).
  • Current, unrestricted Western Australian Class “C” Driver’s Licence (Essential).
  • Previous experience in an Open-Pit/Cut mining environment (Desirable).
  • Basic knowledge of Mine Regulations, Act and HSE Regulations.
  • Good understanding of the following machines:
      • Dump Trucks: Komatsu 1500, CAT 777F , 789D , 775F, Water Carts (or other similar machinery in dimension)
      • Graders: CAT 16M , 18M Graders
      • Dozers: CAT D10T – D10T2 Dozers (Essential)
      • Excavators: Komatsu PC1250, 2600 and 3600 (Essential)

 

BENEFITS

  • Permanent full-time role with an immediate start.
  • Excellent remuneration package with additional allowances.
  • Receive a $12k residential allowance per annum, if you are residential and not FIFO.
  • Receive up to $5k site allowance per annum, depending on your site location.
  • Receive up to 10% short-term incentive payment (STIP) of your base salary.
  • A fully covered family private health insurance through GU Health Complete Gold Cover or allowance up to $5k.
  • A fully covered Death and Total & Permanent Disability (TPD) insurance or allowance up to $2.4k.
  • Pro-rata long service leave (LSL) after just 5 years of service and be entitled to 13 weeks paid LSL after 10 years of service.
  • A clear career path with training and development opportunities.

 

EMPLOYER QUESTIONS

Your application will include the following questions:

  • How many years’ experience do you have as an excavator operator?
  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
  • What’s your expected annual base salary?
  • Are you willing to relocate for this role?
  • Are you licenced to drive a manual vehicle?
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