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Earthmoving Plant Operator (General) – ANZSCO 721211
Mining, Resources & Energy / Mining - Operations
Job summary
Put your earthmoving experience to work across civil and mining projects with The Trustee for SBC Trust T/A Saltbush Contracting.
Kalgoorlie, Western Australia
Full time
$95,000 – $105,000 Annual
Earthmoving Plant Operator (General) – ANZSCO 721211
Mining, Resources & Energy / Mining - Operations
Job summary
Put your earthmoving experience to work across civil and mining projects with The Trustee for SBC Trust T/A Saltbush Contracting.
Kalgoorlie, Western Australia
Full time
$95,000 – $105,000 Annual
Truck Driver (General) – Road Train / Side Tipper Operator
Mining, Resources & Energy / Mining - Operations
Job summary
Join us and put your heavy vehicle experience to work across our civil and mining haulage operations in Kalgoorlie, WA.
Kalgoorlie, 6430, Western Australia
Full time
$95,000 – $105,000 Hourly
Truck Driver (General) – Road Train / Side Tipper Operator
Mining, Resources & Energy / Mining - Operations
Job summary
Join us and put your heavy vehicle experience to work across our civil and mining haulage operations in Kalgoorlie, WA.
Kalgoorlie, 6430, Western Australia
Full time
$95,000 – $105,000 Hourly
Earthmoving Plant Operator (General) – ANZSCO 721211
Mining, Resources & EnergyMining - Operations
Posted 13/10/2026Closes 12/11/2026
Kalgoorlie, Western Australia
Full time
$95,000 – $105,000 Annual
We are seeking an experienced Earthmoving Plant Operator (General) to operate a range of earthmoving equipment across our civil and mining projects.
You will prepare work areas, move and distribute materials, and complete earthworks to project specifications while working closely with supervisors and other operators.
Key responsibilities
- Operate a range of earthmoving plant, such as excavators, loaders, dozers, graders and rollers, according to demonstrated competency and authorisation.
- Excavate, move, spread, level and compact soil, rock and other materials.
- Complete site preparation, bulk earthworks, roadworks and drainage activities.
- Read and follow work instructions, site plans, levels and survey markings.
- Select appropriate attachments and operating methods for assigned tasks.
- Load trucks safely, maintaining appropriate load distribution and communication with drivers.
- Monitor ground conditions, slopes, underground services and overhead hazards before and during work.
- Maintain safe distances from personnel, vehicles and other equipment.
- Complete pre-start inspections and monitor equipment condition throughout the shift.
- Report defects promptly and undertake routine cleaning, lubrication and basic maintenance within competency.
- Follow isolation procedures when inspecting or maintaining equipment.
- Complete daily production records, equipment hours and other required documentation.
- Follow site traffic management, environmental and safety requirements.
About you
Essential requirements:
- Demonstrated experience operating a range of earthmoving plant in civil construction, mining or similar operations.
- Relevant plant competency evidence, such as nationally recognised units of competency, tickets or verified operating experience.
- Ability to complete company and site verification of competency assessments.
- Current driver’s licence.
- Ability to interpret work instructions and carry out earthworks accurately.
- Practical understanding of ground conditions, safe operating limits and working around other equipment.
- A reliable approach, clear communication and strong commitment to safety.
- Ability to meet the inherent requirements of the role and complete relevant pre-employment assessments.
Highly regarded:
- Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations or a relevant equivalent qualification.
- Experience operating multiple types of earthmoving equipment.
- Road construction, drainage, rehabilitation or mining earthworks experience.
- Experience using GPS machine guidance systems.
- Construction White Card and relevant site inductions.
- HR or higher driver’s licence.
What we offer
- Varied work across civil and mining earthworks projects.
- The opportunity to apply your skills across a range of equipment.
- A team that values safe operations and quality work.
- Site-specific induction and competency verification
Salary: $95,000.00 - $105,000.00 per annum plus superannuation, with the final offer reflecting experience and the applicable market salary rate.
Expressions of interest and applications will be accepted for at least 1 month from placement of this advertisement
Applications open to:
About Company
The Trustee for SBC Trust T/A Saltbush Contracting is a Western Australian business based in Kalgoorlie, delivering civil construction, earthworks, road construction and maintenance, and mining haulage services. We value safety, quality workmanship and teamwork, and take pride in the people who keep our operations moving.