Accredited sponsorPerth WA, Australia, AUFull-timePosted 3 weeks ago

Job Description

We’re seeking experienced Face Shovel Operators to join our Mine Production team at Sino Iron.  This role is offered on a 2/1 roster (days & nights), FIFO from Perth to Cape Preston.

If you want to operate some of the world’s largest hydraulic face shovels, this is the role for you.

You’ll be operating

  • CAT 6090 Hydraulic Face Shovels (1000t)
  • Terex RH400 Hydraulic Face Shovels (1000t)
  • Other large excavators (200t+)
  • About you

To be successful, you’ll have

Proven experience operating large hydraulic face shovels (400t+) and excavators (200t+)

Current Australian driver’s licence (Preferably Manual)

Restricted Quarry Manager and/ or First Aid certificate (highly desirable)

Extensive knowledge of surface mining principles

Strong communication skills and ability to work independently

What we offer

As an employee, you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, career, and wellbeing:

Attractive EBA rates + 12.5% super paid on all hours

Career progression pathways and training programs

Salary continuance & life insurance paid for by the company

Salary packaging options for novated leasing, interstate flights and airport parking

Alliance Airlines Lounge membership

Corporate partnerships and discounts for health, well-being, travel & vehicles

On-site village facilities include three gyms, swimming pool, sports courts + more

How to apply

Shortlisting for this role will commence immediately.

We reserve the right to close applications earlier than stated.

Candidates represented by agencies will not be considered.

* Internal applicants are required to advise their immediate line manager of their application.

About Us

CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) is the company behind Sino Iron, Australia’s largest magnetite operation located on the Pilbara coast. We are leading the development of a new downstream processing industry for the nation by transforming magnetite iron ore into a high-grade, premium export product.

Sino Iron is a fully integrated operation featuring a large-scale mine, six-line concentrator, and port terminal facilities at Cape Preston. Our state-of-the-art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in Western Australia.

With more than 170,000 employees worldwide across the CITIC Group, the majority shareholder of CPM, our operations provide global career opportunities. At CPM, we encourage our people to learn, grow and take advantage of opportunities across the business. You’ll be supported to reach your full potential and be recognised for your contribution.

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