Operator Trainer

At Komatsu Australia you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where all our people thrive, reflected in our purpose: creating value together. We encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

The Opportunity:

As an Operator Trainer, you will play a crucial role in developing skilled and safe heavy equipment operators.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing comprehensive operator training for various Komatsu equipment
• Developing tailored instruction that meets specific site and machinery needs
• Conducting on-site coaching and mentoring
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards and promoting safe practices
• Monitoring and evaluating Operator's performance
• Maintaining accurate training records and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in training
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders
• Regularly traveling to remote sites, working in diverse and challenging conditions

Roster: Monday to Friday (Note: Travel to remote locations will involve variations to this)

Hours: Standard business hours (Note: This may vary due to travel and site requirements).

Role Located: Either Welshpool, WA or Sherwood, QLD

Komatsu Benefits:

• OEM Machine Specific Training: Access ongoing training & development through Komatsu Training Academy
• Families Policy: 16 weeks of paid primary carer parental leave, 4 weeks of secondary carer leave, plus many more family-friendly benefits
• Financial: Company-funded Income Protection Insurance
• Career: Recognition, awards, flexibility, further education studies and internal career development
• Health: Corporate discount with Bupa, Total Wellbeing Solution with Telus Health
• Travel: Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown, IHG and travel agents
• Yearly Bonus: Potential to receive a yearly bonus
• Referral Program: Earn $3,000 for referring a new employee to Komatsu

What we are looking for:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience operating heavy mining equipment with experience with:
• electric and mechanical drive dump trucks,
• electric and mechanical drive wheel loaders,
• mining class excavators,
• hydraulic shovels,
• track dozers, and graders
• Demonstrated experience in delivering formal training programs and coaching, ideally within the mining or heavy machinery industries
• Sound knowledge of mining safety standards, hazard identification, and risk management practices
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is desirable
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in using training management systems and digital tools
• Current RII or equivalent operator qualifications
• TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or willingness to obtain)

Ready to get started? Simply hit the apply now button!

Komatsu offers a zero-harm culture in the workplace and competitive remuneration package. We employ people with different skills, abilities, cultural backgrounds, experiences, preferences, ethnicities and from different generations. Komatsu is endorsed by Work180 and committed to a workplace where women can thrive.