Occupation

732331 Miner

Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
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Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
Next release Unknown
First release

732331 Miner

Operates plant to excavate, load and transport coal, ore, rock and other minerals in an underground or open-cut mine.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Alternative titles

  • Mining Operator
  • Mining Plant Operator

Specialisations

  • Ancillary Operator (Mining)
  • Bogger Operator
  • Coal Miner
  • Dragline Operator
  • Gold Miner
  • Iron Ore Miner
  • Opal Miner
  • Underground Truck Operator

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Operates mining equipment to excavate coal, ore, rock and other minerals
  • Loads materials onto trucks or conveyors for transportation
  • Inspects equipment and performs routine maintenance and repairs
  • Follows mining plans and procedures to extract minerals from the earth
  • Assists in the installation and maintenance of underground support systems
  • Collects and analyses samples to determine the quality and composition of minerals