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Autonomous haulage systems controller
Coordinates autonomous haulage fleet activity and site interfaces from a designated control position.
Indicative 2026 annual cash$115k–$165kGross, generally before super
Common roster contextControl centres often use continuous day and night coverage; Perth-based jobs are not necessarily FIFO.
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Coordinates autonomous haulage fleet activity and site interfaces from a designated control position. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Monitor fleet status and constraints
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Coordinate interventions with authorised field crews
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Escalate degraded conditions and record decisions
The assets
Equipment and systems
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AHS and fleet-management displays
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Mine maps and radio
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Event and shift logs
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
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Mine traffic and haulage understanding
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OEM and site AHS controller verification
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Clear authority for remote and field interfaces
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
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Fleet and control scope
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Exception response and field coordination
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Shift logs and handover quality
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
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Build conventional mine operations or dispatch experience
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Enter supervised AHS control training
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Gain platform and site authorisation
Earning context
What tends to move pay
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Experience and verified scope
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Roster, location and shift pattern
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Employer, contract and allowances
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
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Is this base salary, gross cash or a package including super?
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Which roster, point of hire, ordinary hours and overtime terms apply?
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What duties, equipment and written authorities are included in the offer?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Lead people, work controls and handovers across a wider scope; statutory appointment and licence duties must be checked separately.
Compare roles and pay →Monitors and coordinates a defined part of an integrated mine, plant, rail or port system from a central operations centre.
Related role band: $120k–$175kProgression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. A related profile is a starting point, not a guarantee of that exact title or scope. Browse all 98 role profiles →
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining comparisons, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Pay presentation reviewed 27 September 2026.