Mining Operator Excavator
- Operate heavy mining equipment safely and efficiently.
- Conduct pre-start inspections and report safety concerns.
- Collaborate with the operational team to achieve productive outcomes.
Our Opportunity
Work Location: Christmas Creek
Roster: 7D 7N 14OFF, FIFO EX Perth.
As an Excavator Operator at Fortescue, you will play an important role in supporting safe and efficient mining operations. You will operate heavy mining equipment while maintaining a strong focus on safety, environmental responsibility and the protection of heritage sites.
At Fortescue, we recognise the importance of balancing work and life. Our roster arrangements are designed to support our people in managing their professional commitments alongside life at home.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate heavy mining equipment in accordance with established procedures and operating requirements.
- Complete pre-start inspections and promptly identify and report equipment or safety concerns.
- Identify and report hazards and contribute to a safe, harm-free working environment.
- Work collaboratively with the operational team to support safe and productive outcomes.
- Complete tasks as directed by Mine Control and through the MineStar fleet management system.
- Follow equipment assignments and operational direction from Mining Supervisors.
- Follow dig plans and use available technology and tools to support safe, accurate operations.
- Demonstrate Fortescue’s Values and Code of Conduct and Integrity, contributing to an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Qualifications and Experience
- Demonstrated capability operating large mining excavators or shovels in the 400–600 tonne class, such as CAT 6060, CAT 6040, CAT 6030, Hitachi EX3600, Liebherr R 996 or R 9400, or comparable equipment.
- Capability to operate D9–D11 dozers and/or 16M–24M graders, or other relevant mining equipment when required.
- Current Australian Manual drivers license.
- Ability to interpret and work effectively to dig plans and mining block-out information.
- Experience using MineStar or a similar fleet management system.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including clear two-way communication in an operational environment.
About Us
Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.
Our Commitment
Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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