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Operator – Excavator, Level 1
Evolution Mining. Operate large excavators in line with mine plans and design tolerances .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in operating large excavators in open cut mining, ensuring adherence to safety and environmental standards while maximizing operational efficiency. Strong communication and teamwork skills contribute to achieving daily mining targets and continuous improvement.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Excavator OperationOpen Cut Mining ExperienceSafety AwarenessHazard IdentificationMineStar GPS Usage
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Hard Skills
Excavator OperationLarge Production ExcavatorsPre-Start InspectionsDefect IdentificationOperational Limits Compliance
Soft Skills
TeamworkClear CommunicationAttention to DetailMechanical Sympathy
Tools & Technologies
MineStar GPS
Certifications & Qualifications
Current Australian Driver’s Licence
Industry Keywords
MiningOpen Cut MiningSafety StandardsEnvironmental StandardsRotating Roster
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Operate large excavators in line with mine plans and design tolerances
- Maintain dig faces, floor RLs, batters and haul roads to maximise efficiency
- Complete pre-starts, identify defects and operate equipment within limits
- Use MineStar GPS to ensure accuracy and report system issues
- Contribute to safe, productive shifts through clear communication and teamwork
- Participate in pre-starts, toolboxes and continuous improvement
- Deliver daily mining targets while maintaining safety, environmental and equipment standards
- Report to the Shift Supervisor
Requirements
What you’ll need- 1+ years’ experience operating excavators on a mine site
- Proven experience on large production excavators in open cut mining
- Open to relocating to West Wyalong
- Current Australian driver’s licence
- Strong safety awareness and hazard identification skills
- Good mechanical sympathy and attention to detail
- Ability to work a rotating roster and perform in a team environment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Relocation support
- Salary packaging, including novated car leasing and remote area housing
- Life insurance and income protection
- Quarterly performance bonuses
- Employee share scheme
- Referral bonuses
- Attractive parental leave benefits (18 weeks)
- Recognition program
- Study assistance
- Discounted health insurance
- Discounted gym membership
- Attractive rosters
- Bus transportation to and from West Wyalong at the beginning and end of your shift
- Flexible work options