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Mining Operator - Stockton Mine 10307

Our Stockton Mine is the largest opencast mine in New Zealand with a long history of high value coal production. It is located close to the coast on a plateau in the Buller coalfield, 35 km north of the Westport township, on the West Coast of the South Island. Think beaches, bush, mountains, rivers and lakes in our great outdoors, full of adventure potential!

We are culturally diverse and maintain a strong health and safety focus. You dig, they dig, we all dig doing things right! We have our peoples’ best interests in mind and welcome you to put yourself forward to join our team if you have experience driving mobile heavy equipment.

Send in your CV and setup a phone chat with us, so we can answer your questions!

Be Safe – Be Accountable – Be a Team – Be Real

We can offer you:

  • Excellent team environment
  • Opportunity for career growth
  • Life, TPD, medical insurance and Boost
  • The right equipment for the job and an opportunity to add new skills to your kit bag!

The Opportunity:

Our team in Stockton are looking for experienced, permanent full-time Mine Operators to join the team.  Reporting to the Mining Manager, you will operate a range of mobile heavy equipment and vehicles.

Is it time to dig a little deeper in your career path? Do you consider yourself a top-grade operator? Experienced staff (at least 3 years' experience) in either mining, forestry or civil industries are what we’re looking for, and you can either have a solid background in:

-          Dozer operation

  • Komatsu 275, 375 and Cat D10, D11

-          Excavator operation

  • 38t – 200t

-          Grader operation

  • CAT 16H

-          Dump truck operation

  • CAT 773, 777
  • ADT’s A40, A60’s

What’s in it for you:

  • You will work a rotating roster of day and night shifts
  • Awesome benefits for you and your family to enjoy - Health and Life Insurance
  • Permanent position and guaranteed hours
  • Growth and development opportunities – operate different machinery

What you will bring to the role:

  • Experience (at least 3 years) operating heavy mobile machinery, multi skilled operators will be highly regarded.
  • Suitable heavy machine operating experience, preferably on a mine site or quarry
  • Strong focus on health and safety not only for yourself, but your colleagues also
  • Self-motivated with a positive attitude and the ability to think for yourself
  • Be reliable, honest and a flexible team player

To Apply - CLICK HERE

Please note successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

We will begin shortlisting for the role as we receive applications and may choose a successful candidate prior to the close date. Advertising will run for 30 days or less if the role is filled prior.