THE JOB
WHAT AND WHERE TO STUDY
VET/apprenticeship or trade Where to study
THE DETAILS
Plant Operators operate the giant machines that move earth and build the mine. Working from the cab of excavators, loaders and graders, they shape landscapes, construct haul roads and load ore into trucks using precision, coordination and constant awareness of the busy site around them.
What you’ll be doing (the technical stuff)
What does a typical day as a Plant Operator look like whilst working in mining?
Operate large earthmoving equipment
Build and maintain site haul roads
Load ore using large mining loaders
What you bring (the experience stuff)
Where to study-
Strong machine control and coordination
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Spatial awareness around large equipment
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Focus during long operating shifts
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Practical mindset for hands-on work
There's an adventure waiting for you
Start your mining career somewhere you actually want to live — from surf towns to city lights and wide open spaces. Diverse locations across NSW offer endless lifestyle possibilities. Explore pubs, cafés, wineries and festivals across NSW. The future’s yours.
Why pursue a mining career? It’s an exciting adventure!
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Flexible hours allow you to work-hard and play-hard.
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Start earning great pay straight away.
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Exciting projects means no two days are the same.
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Gain real experience that counts.
EXPLORE CAREER PATHWAYS
Explore your possible pathways
Mining in NSW is full of awesome, well-paid jobs in every direction. It doesn’t matter where you’re from or who you are. From hands-on trades to tech and restoring the land after mining, there’s an adventure waiting for you.
LEARN A TRADE
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