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Job Title


Experienced Excavator Operator


Company : Yancoal Australia Ltd


Location : Blackwater, Queensland


Created : 2025-10-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Location: Blackwater, QLD 4717Roster: 4 Panels 7:7, rotating Day/Night shifts 6x 12.5 hr & 1x 9 hr permanentAbout the BusinessYancoals Yarrabee site is located less than 2 hours from the Capricorn Coast. We are Australias largest pureplay coal producer, generating over $10billion in foreign direct investment and operating mines in NSW, Queensland and Western Australia. Yarrabee is a proud producer of highquality PCI coal since 1982, employing approximately 450 people.Job Tasks and ResponsibilitiesYarrabee is seeking enthusiastic, experienced Excavator Operators to join the team. This role requires:Liaise with onshift supervisor to deliver production targetsConduct thorough prestarts and identify & report hazardsMaintain compliance with dig plan and proficiency modelSafely operate excavators and dozers in a team environment, working between primary excavators and floor dozersSkills and ExperienceAs an experienced excavator operator in the mining industry you should possess:Proven work history operating 400800t machinesRII competencies for mining equipment and/or signed skills list by an SSE for Excavator and DozersCurrent Standard 11 SOA licenceUnderstanding of Coal Mining Safety & Health Act and associated regulationsStrong communication skills for engaging effectively across all levelsHazard identification skills and responsiveness to safety issuesTeam building and leadership qualitiesCurrent drivers licenceBenefits20 weeks paid primary carer parental leave with no waiting periodDiscounted private health insuranceFitness Passport discounted workplace health and fitness programStudy assistanceFlexible work arrangementsEmployee Assistance ProgramFinancial education and banking discountsSalary packaging including novated leasing and remotearea benefitsService recognition rewardsDiscounts at major department stores, cinemas, restaurantsYancoal values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds.Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. We reserve the right to close the advertisement and commence recruitment proceedings immediately.Yancoal will never ask you to make any payment or provide credit card details when applying. If you suspect fraud, email [email protected] with subject Fraud Query. #J-18808-Ljbffr