Trainee Operator

Job No**:TBG289**

Location**:Singleton**

**TRAINEE OPERATOR**

**About the role**

The Bloomfield Group is looking to recruit Trainee Operators at Rix’s Creek Mine, 5kms northwest of Singleton. Trainees will undertake a Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations whilst gaining practical experience in a supportive environment to enable a successful career in mining.

The successful person will have the opportunity to acquire skills through a 2-year Traineeship program which includes classroom and practical training. They will be required to work a variety of shifts throughout the traineeship and, due to the nature of the traineeship, must be able to commit to the 2-year training program.

**_ _**_Key Responsibilities_**
- Learn to provide safe, effective & efficient operation of heavy mining equipment in line with procedures & operational requirements
- Learn to perform pre start inspections of machinery and necessary documentation as per operational requirements
- Communicate to production and engineering employees on maintenance, break down issues, and any problems that arise, and work as a team to develop an appropriate course of action, and
- Demonstrate excellent housekeeping and equipment car.

**_ _**_Essential Criteria_**
- Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
- Full driving licence and a satisfactory driving record
- Experience operating heavy vehicles or machinery preferred
- Proven ability to build proactive relationships and to work as part of a team

**Working with The Bloomfield Group**

The Bloomfield Group is a proud and successful Australian mining and engineering group. Australian owned and operated, we have been part of the community for more than 80 years and now employ hundreds of local people.

**To Apply**

**_ Applications close Sunday 20 October 2024_**
- The Bloomfield Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity, priding itself on an inclusive workplace. All applicants must be able to evidence their Right To Work in Australia._

**About Bloomfield Group**:
The Bloomfield Group is a proud and successful Australian mining and engineering group.

Australian owned and operated, we have been part of the community for more than 80 years and employ hundreds of local people.

The mining operations are our Rix’s Creek Mine northwest of Singleton, and our Bloomfield Mine east of Maitland.