Title:  Production Haul Truck Operator

Apply today to join a high performing team working alongside a fleet of CAT793's, 789's & Komatsu 930E's. FIFO from Brisbane. Proven experience required.  

About Us:
 

BUMA is a young company with strong growth aspirations, our vision is to build a modern mining and company that drives growth, sustainability and prosperity. This is supported by our core values of safety, integrity, progress, collaboration and people.

Our Blackwater team pride themselves on their high performance & inclusive culture. They have a long standing presence among the Blackwater community & have been performing truck and excavator pre-strip operations at Whitehaven’s Blackwater Mine since May 2012. 

Our fleet at the mine comprises a combination of Komatsu 930E and Caterpillar 789C haul trucks with Hitachi EX8000, Caterpillar 6060 and Hitachi EX3600 excavators.  

About the Role: 

We are seeking experienced Production Operators to join our high-performing team at Blackwater Mine. If you have experience operating any of the following, we want to hear from you:

• CAT 789 Haul Trucks
• Komatsu 930E Electric Trucks
• CAT 785 Water Trucks

About You:
 

We are looking for motivated and safety-focused Production Operators who meet the following criteria:

• Proven Experience: Hands-on experience operating haul trucks in an open-cut mining environment.
• Technical Skills: Preference for candidates with experience operating:
  - Electric Trucks – Hitachi 930E (or equivalent)
  - Mechanical Trucks – CAT 789C (or equivalent)
• Safety-First Mindset: Strong commitment to following site procedures, with excellent attention to detail.
• Results-Driven: Production-oriented with a focus on achieving operational targets efficiently and safely.
• Adaptability & Initiative: Ability to work well under pressure and proactively contribute to team success.
• Licensing & Certifications:
  - Current and valid driver’s licence (mandatory)
  - Standard 11 (highly regarded)

If you meet these requirements and are ready to join a high-performing team, we encourage you to apply!

Working at BUMA:

BUMA Australia is a people focused business, with a strong focus on safety, training, development and continuous improvement. As a BUMA employee you will have access to:

• Third year EA rates + increased market allowances + super
• FIFO from Brisbane
• Annualised weekly pay
• Camp accommodation or LAFHA (Living Away from Home Allowance) available. 
• 7/7 roster, working hours are 12.5hrs per day 
• Company provided bus from Rockhampton or Emerald  
• Career progression opportunities through a number of training and mentoring programs such as trainer and assessor course.
• Discounted employee benefits on health insurance, groceries, fuel and set retail outlets with BUMA LAB.

To be considered for this opportunity please click "Apply Now" to submit your application!

All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

For further information on careers at BUMA please visit our website https://buma.com.au/careers/why-join-us/