Job details Key Selling Points Earn $***** per hour, increasing to $***** per hour after 6 months Max Term employment Complete a Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operation Gain hands-on mining equipment experience at Hail Creek Mine About Our Client Glencore's Hail Creek Mine is a leading open cut coal operation located 120 kilometres south-west of Mackay in the Bowen Basin, Central Queensland.
With a robust focus on safety, training, and career development, Hail Creek offers an excellent pathway for candidates looking to enter the mining industry.
What You Will Be Doing Completing a Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations Participating in structured training and assessment Learning to operate mining equipment in a production environment Following site safety procedures and operational requirement Working alongside experienced operators and trainers Contributing to production activities within a high-performing team What You Will Need Previous experience in civil operating or farming desirable Strong and stable work history Commitment to building a long-term career in mining Current C Class Driver's Licence Ability to successfully complete: Standard 11 Coal Board Medical Pre-employment Medical Drug and Alcohol Screening Must reside within 200km of Hail Creek, including:



Moranbah Mackay Airlie Beach Nebo Surrounding areas Availability to attend an Assessment Centre in Mackay on Monday 14 September from 9:00am to 3:00pm What's in it for you?
Starting rate of $***** per hour Increase to $***** per hour after 6 months 7/7 rotating roster (days and nights) Nationally recognised Certificate III qualification Hands-on operating experience with mining equipment Structured mentoring and training program Long-term career opportunities within the mining industry Opportunity to gain experience with a leading mining operator Apply Now Please register with WorkPac ensure you upload a current resume and your valid driver licence.
Application's close Monday 31st August About WorkPac WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success.
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📌 Entry-Level Mining Operator Traineeship (Queensland)
🏢 Workpac
📍 Queensland