Loading & Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining
Code: 47-5044.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Operate underground loading or moving machine to load or move coal, ore, or rock using shuttle or mine car or conveyors. Equipment may include power shovels, hoisting engines equipped with cable-drawn scraper or scoop, or machines equipped with gathering arms and conveyor.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Coal Hauler Operator
Equipment Operator
Load Haul Dump Operator (LHD Operator)
Loader Operator
Loading Machine Operator
Miner Operator
Production Miner
Ram Car Operator
Shuttle Car Operator
Underground Miner
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Handle high voltage sources and hang electrical cables.
- Drive loaded shuttle cars to ramps and move controls to discharge loads into mine cars or onto conveyors.
- Pry off loose material from roofs and move it into the paths of machines, using crowbars.
Frequently Asked Questions About Loading & Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining
Salaries for a Loading & Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Loading & Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Loading & Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Loading & Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining professionals across diverse sectors.
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