Truck Driver - Mt Keith - Nickel West

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With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities.  Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.

A member of the BHP Group, Nickel West produces nickel in-concentrate and has its operations located throughout Western Australia - comprising mines, concentrators, a smelter and a refinery.

Nickel West is rich in technical know-how, innovative and focused on transforming our business.  We are taking advantage of the significant changes we can see occurring around the world, by supplying nickel sulphate to the New Energy market.  

• Competitive salary on offer plus 12% superannuation and a range of company benefits

• FIFO roster, 14 days on and 7 days off

• BHP Nickel West actively supports a diverse workforce and encourages Female and Indigenous applicants to apply

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of haul trucks and other equipment. Working as part of the mining production team you will be committed to safety & sustainability at the operation and operate to a high performance level to assist mining to achieve production targets and low cost mining.  

Nickel West Mt Keith is located 460 kilometres north of Kalgoorlie in the Northern Goldfields.  Nickel West Mt Keith is a surface mining operation with an open pit and concentrator plant.  The operation is surrounded by pastoral stations, with the nearest townships being Leinster and Wiluna.  There’s plenty to keep you entertained in the Mt Keith Village.  Take the heat off the day and head to the pool – or join in a game of footy.  BBQ dinners are regularly held and other social activities include movie nights.  Employees commute to and from Perth on a fly in / fly out roster or form regional areas on a drive in / drive out roster.

• A current Australian manual driver's license.

• Good communication skills

• Previous experience operating a Cat 793 or larger truck at an open cut operation

As part of the recruitment process for this position you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and participate in a background screen including a criminal history check, identity check and qualifications check.

On offer is a range of employee benefits including development and career opportunities together with competitive remuneration package, including share options, generous superannuation contributions, 18 weeks of paid parental leave, performance based bonuses and a great working environment. 

Short listing for this position will commence on the 1st of August 2018 however we do reserve the right to close this position earlier than stated.  To enable us to process your application as quickly as possible simply click on the ‘apply’ button below.