Trainee Underground Truck Driver
Goldfields
Job Description
About the Company
Granny Smith Gold Mine, owned and operated by Gold Fields, is offering a rare opportunity to step into the mining industry as a Trainee Underground Truck Driver. No underground experience? No problem. If you have the right attitude, strong work ethic, and a commitment to safety, we’ll provide the training and support to help you succeed.
About the Role
As a Trainee Underground Truck Driver, you’ll learn the ropes of underground truck haulage while working alongside experienced operators in a modern underground gold mine. You’ll play an important role in moving ore and waste safely and efficiently while developing valuable skills that can lead to a long-term career in mining.
Reporting to the Supervisor Underground Production, this role is a full-time, 12 month fixed-term contract based at Granny Smith Gold Mine, and is available on an 8 days on, 6 days off, 7 nights on, 7 nights off rotating roster (FIFO from Perth)
Key Responsibilities
- Learning to operate underground haul trucks
- Learning to transport ore and waste safely throughout the underground mine
- Attending and conducting pre-start inspections and basic equipment checks
- Working closely with the underground production team to support mining activities
- Following strict safety procedures and site standards, ensuring awareness of location within the mine
- Attending all designated rostered days, arriving fit for work and punctually for shifts
- Learning and developing skills to progress within underground operations
About Gold Fields
At Gold Fields, we’re proud to be one of the world’s leading gold producers and more importantly, we’re a team united by a commitment to safety, respect, and creating lasting value for our people and communities.
We are committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce, and strongly encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted via: https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia
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