Operator Processing - ROM
Job no: 500525
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 our clients around the world since 2017.
In April 2023, our commitment to a sustainable future saw the beginning of the Dugald River Solar Farm operations, supplying a third of the mine’s power, and reducing emissions by 33%; this is just the start of our renewable energy transition.
Operator - ROM
We currently have an opportunity for a ROM Operator to join our Processing team at Dugald River Mine.
Reporting to the Supervisor - Processing, you will be part of the ROM team that is responsible for all ROM activities, these include feeding the ROM bin, sorting piles removing the steel and large rocks, rock breaking, surface water truck operation, and at times helping in the processing plant as directed by your Supervisor.
This role is based on an 8/7, 7/6 (Days & Nights) roster, drive in drive out from Cloncurry or Mount Isa, Queensland OR FIFO from Townsville, QLD.
Qualifications, skills & Experience
- A current C Class Licence.
- Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance and Pre-Employment Medical.
- A current RIIMPO304, RIIMPO321 (or industry equivalent) Experience on Komatsu WA600-8 wheel loader or similar.
- A current RIIMPO301, RIIMPO320 (or industry equivalent) Experience on Komatsu PC490LC-11 Excavator.
- Heavy Rigid Licence OR RIIVEH307 – Operate Heavy Rigid Vehicle.
- A current RIIMPO206 (or industry equivalent) ticket to conduct bulk water truck operations.
- Experience In a processing plant/crushing circuit highly desirable.
To be successful in this role, you will possess a strong work ethic and a positive attitude towards safety.
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 Telstra 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 the local communities of Cloncurry Shire and Mount Isa City Council Local Government Areas. We offer relocation assistance to approved commute locations when necessary, and an attractive incentive is available for employees who reside in or relocate to Cloncurry township. MMG actively supports local communities and encourages applications from individuals of Kalkadoon heritage and other local Indigenous backgrounds.
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.
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