Operator Mining - Truck Captain
Job no: 500407
Work type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Dugald River Mine
We are MMG and we mine for progress.
At MMG, our vision is to create a leading international mining company for a low carbon future.
We mine for progress to create wealth for our people, host communities and shareholders with an ambition to grow and diversify our resource, production and value.
Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity, inclusion and supports our people to grow. We are guided by our values; think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better. We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate.
Dugald River mine is one of the world’s top 10 Zinc mine operations, which has been producing zinc concentrate for customers around the world since 2017.
The mine is committed to a low-carbon future. In April 2023 the Dugald River Solar Farm began operations, supplying a third of the mine’s power, and reducing emissions by 33% and this is just the start of its renewable energy transition.
Dugald River employs around 750 employees and contractors on a mix of fly-in, fly-out and local residential basis. The village provides all the amenities including a gym, with a women’s only area, a tennis court, swimming pool, walking track and entertainment area.
Truck Captain
We currently have an opportunity for a Truck Captain to join our Mining team at Dugald River Mine.
Reporting to the Supervisor - Mining, you will carry out the safe and efficient underground ore and waste haulage.
This role is based on an 8/7, 7/6 (Days & Nights) roster, drive in drive out from Cloncurry or Mount Isa, Queensland or fly in fly out from Townsville, Queensland.
Day to day -
- Safely operate dump trucks to meet targets and perform additional tasks as assigned.
- Lead communication with supervisors and stakeholders to ensure smooth haulage operations.
- Coordinate haulage trucks to ensure maximum productivity, minimising wait times and fleet downtime
- Maintain accurate records, including radio updates to Mine Control.
- Monitor equipment, address hazards, and report issues promptly.
- Ensure machinery is well-maintained and prepared for service.
- Mentor and support trainee crew members, providing guidance and training.
- Adhere to mine and industry compliance standards.
Qualifications, skills & Experience
- A current C Class Licence
- Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance and Pre-Employment Medical
- Strong understanding and demonstrated experience operating dump trucks in an underground hard rock environment
What we offer
Remuneration for this role includes a competitive salary package, annual bonus and generous local allowances for employees living in the local community of Cloncurry and Mt Isa.
On-site accommodation at Dugald River is provided in fully air-conditioned en-suite rooms and includes meal service and room cleaning. The village features, communal media facilities including 4G coverage, onsite Medical Centre, sporting facilities, swimming pool and gym facilities.
MMG also provides the following generous benefits for employees living in the local community of Cloncurry & Mt. Isa
- Gym/PCYC membership
- Access to MMG Charter flights to Brisbane and Townsville for family/leisure purposes
- Financial support for families where children attend boarding school
- Retention payment for long term Cloncurry residents
MMG is committed to supporting our local communities of Cloncurry Shire and Mount Isa City Council Local Government Areas. MMG encourages local residents to apply for opportunities at Dugald River. We also support successful candidates to relocate to the region and provide a generous relocation package.
We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity. If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online. To know more about MMG please visit our webpage https://www.mmg.com/
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