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Job Title


Mining Operator


Company : Fortescue Metals Group


Location : Perth, Western Australia


Created : 2025-04-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Work Location: Christmas Creek - Fortescues Christmas Creek mine is located on the traditional lands of the Nyiyaparli people.Roster: 7D/7N/7R - FIFO ex Perth, Broome or Hedland. With the option to go to 2/2 roster in the future.Fortescue is seeking experienced Mining Operators who have operated some or all of the following equipment in a mining environment:854 Wheel Dozer16/24M Grader993/994 Wheel LoaderCAT6060 shovel, CAT 6040, Hitachi 3600, CAT 6030 or Hitachi 2500 excavatorAs a skilled Mining Operator, you will be responsible for operating mobile equipment at maximum efficiency, while maintaining safety, environmental and heritage standards to achieve required operational targets for the business.Key ResponsibilitiesMeet daily operational targetsMaintain assets to operational capacityConstantly strive to increase process efficiencyDemonstrate behavior that aligns with Fortescue valuesComply with Zero Harm principles on a daily basisQualifications and ExperienceAbility to skillfully operate some or all the equipment aboveMobile equipment operation in the mining industry is essentialAbility to read mine plansKnowledge of Mine Safety & Inspection and OHS Act RegsWA Class HR Driver''s LicenseCommunication and interpersonal skills - two-way operationAbout UsBe part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.Our CommitmentFortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr