Plant Operator - Multi Skilled (Level 2 Operator) Day Shift Only

About us

Mine Support Services (MSS) is an Australian owned and operated company. We are specialists providing innovative civil solutions exclusively to the Australian mining sector. With over thirty years of development behind us, demand for our services continues to grow and we are looking expand our operations.

A snapshot: 

• We prefer to promote from within and grow our business by growing our people.
• Our clients are tier-one mining companies. We don’t subcontract to other contractors.
• We have multi-year contracts with sites throughout Queensland.
• We strive to exceed our clients' expectations. 
• We are a value driven business, we exist to enrich the lives of all who work for us, and we are genuinely focused on growing together.

About the role

We are currently seeking experienced Plant Operators to join our team in Moranbah. Our Level 2 Operators are experienced mine workers and Plant Operators who can demonstrate competence. They possess a broad depth of understanding and experience in earthmoving. You can expect to be constructing drill pads, dams and roads. There is also a variety of general civil works.  

Duties will include:

• Perform Prestart inspections on every machine operated.
• Complete Day Works Sheets (DWS) correctly and submit to the Site Supervisor daily for approval and invoicing.
• Submit all Close Out Pages on SWIs and SWGs together with all signed off JSEAs and JSAs to the Site Supervisor at the end of each swing.
• Participate in development of site-specific Job Safety Analysis (JSA)’s signature acknowledgement for every task undertaken.
• Review and sign Authority to Work (ATW), Permit to Work and relevant work packs prior to task commencement.
• Complete Personal Risk Assessments (SLAM’s- Stop, Look, Assess, Manage) before commencing tasks.
• Contribute to daily Prestart Meetings and Toolbox Talks.
• Report Incidents or Hazards, once the area has been made safe, to the Supervisor and no later than end of day that shift.
• Taking regular breaks to ensure fatigue management hours are not exceeded.
• Completing Medical Declarations, Fatigue declarations forms and submitting prior to swings.

Your Skills & Qualifications

You must have a Standard 11 certificate and Health Assessment (Coal Board Medical) dated within the previous 5 years and at least 3 of the following:

Current RII Competency (Statement of Attainment) dated within the previous 5 years for the operation of; RIIMPO337 - Conduct articulated haul truck operations, RIIVEH307 - Operate a heavy rigid vehicle, RIIMPO301 - Conduct hydraulic excavator operations, RIIMPO206 - Conduct bulk water truck operations, RIIMPO321 - Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations, RIIHAN311 - Conduct operations with integrated tool carrier, RIIMPO317 - Conduct roller operations.

• Experience in a similar role.
• Current Open Drivers Licence.
• Can use computers and learn online.
• Write and speak clearly.
• Demonstrate understanding of civil works in mining-related operations, including the intricacies of the industry, safety protocols, and best practices.

Your Personal Attributes

• You approach tasks with a proactive "can-do" attitude.
• You foster effective communication and cooperation with colleagues.
• You embrace a collaborative approach by being a team player.
• You have a strong commitment to safe working practices.

We can teach skills, but not attitude. A good culture is our number one priority and to maintain that we need people with the right attitude. 

What’s in it for you

• Day SHIFT ONLY, 7&7 roster.
• Permanent Full-Time contracts, 5 weeks annual leave plus sick leave entitlements.
• Very Modern Fleet, low hour equipment. (predominantly CAT)
• Small stable teams where your contributions will be directly felt and recognised (typical crew size 8-12)
• Accommodation provided.
• Flights provided for FIFO or travel allowance for DIDO with travel scheduling organised by us..
• We pay for and encourage employee lead Training & Development.
• Work for an organisation that values its employees and supporting people in their own growth.
• Retention Allowance.