Operator

2 weeks ago


Coober Pedy Outback SA, Australia Toll People Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Operator to join our team at the BHP Olympic Dam site. This is a permanent role offering excellent conditions, competitive pay, and opportunities to expand your skills in both surface and underground operations.

What We Offer
  • $46.29 per hour base rate
  • $300 per week housing allowance
  • + $4 per hour underground allowance (applies when undertaking underground work)
  • 12% superannuation
  • Permanent position with long-term stability
  • Training provided for underground delivery operations
Roster & Shifts
  • 14 days on /7 days off roster
  • 12-hour shifts
  • Mix of day and night shift (night shift applies to underground operations)
  • Options for Residential (Roxby Downs) or FIFO / DIDO
Your Duties
  • Operate HC and/or HR Trucks - Safely operate heavy combination (HC) and heavy rigid (HR) trucks to transport general and palletised freight to various unload points across the Olympic Dam mine site, ensuring deliveries are completed efficiently and in line with site safety procedures.
  • Underground Deliveries - Carry out HR deliveries to designated underground locations within the mine. Full training will be provided to support operators in adapting to underground environments, including compliance with specific safety requirements and protocols.
  • Freight Handling - Take responsibility for the safe loading, unloading, restraining, and un-restraining of palletised freight to prevent load movement and ensure compliance with Chain of Responsibility (CoR) and load restraint standards.
  • Forklift Operations - Operate forklifts to assist with the safe and efficient loading and unloading of freight. This includes pre-start checks, following site safety rules, and working collaboratively with warehouse and operations staff to maintain smooth workflow.
  • Safety & Compliance - Actively contribute to a strong safety culture by following all Toll and BHP site policies and procedures, reporting hazards, and participating in toolbox talks, pre-starts, and other safety initiatives.
  • Teamwork & Communication - Work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors, and site personnel to ensure efficient freight movements, clear communication, and alignment with operational priorities.

What We're Looking For
  • HR licence (minimum) - HC preferred, or willingness to obtain
  • Current Forklift licence (mandatory)
  • Proven experience in truck operations, freight handling, and load restraint - ideally within mining, resources, or heavy industry environments
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety practices, hazard identification, and compliance with site requirements
  • Ability to adapt to both surface and underground operations (training provided for underground work)
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a proactive and reliable approach
  • Alignment to Toll's values and commitment to maintaining a positive safety culture

About Toll People

Toll People are Australia's most recognised provider of Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain and Warehouse staff. Whilst we service the Toll Group, we also service hundreds of external clients and partners, offering complete recruitment solutions from permanent and executive recruitment, business support recruitment to flexible labour and award-winning training and development.

If you're interested in this role, please click on 'Apply'. Should you have any questions please contact

Toll Group does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies and will not pay any placement fees relating to such unsolicited resume referrals.

All applicants must be entitled to work in Australia and be prepared to undergo a criminal history check, pre-employment medical and/or drug & alcohol testing as required.

Toll embraces and celebrates a variety of cultures. We continue to build a business that reflects the values of equality, built on the knowledge and understanding that everyone is welcome including the First Nations Peoples, and those of all ages, genders and abilities.


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