Shovel Operator

3 days ago

Perth, Western Australia CITIC Pacific Mining Management Pty Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

We're looking for experienced Shovel Operators to join our Mine Production team at Sino Iron, Cape Preston WA. This is a permanent FIFO role from Perth on a 2/1 roster (days and nights).

If you want to operate some of the world's largest hydraulic face shovels, this is the role for you

You'll be working across a large fleet of mining equipment including:

  • Terex RH400 Hydraulic Face Shovels (1000t)
  • CAT 6090 Hydraulic Face Shovels (1000t)
  • Other large excavators (200t+)

Successful applicants will have:

  • Current manual driver's licence (essential)
  • Proven experience operating large hydraulic face shovels (400t+) and excavators (200t+)
  • Extensive knowledge of surface mining principles
  • Strong communication skills and commitment to safety
  • First Aid certificate and Restricted Quarry Manager (highly desirable)

What we offer

As a CPM employee, you'll enjoy a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, career, and wellbeing:

  • Attractive EBA pay rates + 12.5% super paid on all hours
  • Career progression pathways and training programs
  • Salary continuance & life insurance paid for by the company
  • Salary packaging options for vehicles, interstate flights and airport parking
  • Alliance Airlines Lounge membership
  • On-site village facilities include three gyms, swimming pool, sports courts + more
  • In-room Wi-Fi, Foxtel and a rotation of live entertainment

To Apply

Ready to take the next step in your mining career? Shortlisting has already commenced so apply today.

  • Internal applicants must advise their manager before applying
  • This role is not open to agency-represented candidates
  • We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds

About Us

CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) is the company behind Sino Iron, already Australia's largest magnetite operation, located on Western Australia's Pilbara coast. We are spearheading a new iron ore value-adding industry for the nation, transforming magnetite ore into a high-grade, premium export product.

Sino Iron is a fully integrated operation featuring a mine serviced by some of the biggest haul trucks in the world, six-line concentrator and port terminal facilities at nearby Cape Preston. Our state-of-the-art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in the State.

Our operations provide career opportunities on a global scale. CITIC Group, a majority shareholder has more than 170,000 employees worldwide and is always looking for talented and exceptional people.  As an employee, you will be part of a culturally and gender diverse organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all staff.

To learn more about Sino Iron, please visit

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