excavator operator

1 week ago

Nambour QLD, Australia MACKELLAR MINING Full time $157,612 per year
  • Mining / Oil & Gas / Utilities
  • Production
  • Carmichael Mine

  • Permanent / Full Time

  • Short flights from Townsville, Rockhampton & Cairns

  • $69.28/hr ($157,612 annually) plus earn super on all rostered hours
  • Long-term project | Modern fleet | Camp is 5 mins from pit

What's on offer:

  • $69.28 p/h ($157,612 annually) + Super paid on all rostered hours
  • FIFO flights from Townsville, Rockhampton or Cairns
  • 7/7 roster with optional OT on day shift
  • Camp, pit & airport all within 5 mins – no long travel days
  • Onsite village with great meals, gym & rec areas
  • New fleet of machines built for safety, comfort & efficiency
  • Genuine upskilling and promotion opportunities

Mackellar is proud to be the mining services contractor for Bravus' Carmichael Mine, and together we're creating jobs and opportunities across regional Queensland.

Bring your skills and enthusiasm to be part of something big as we continue to ramp up production at Carmichael. These opportunities don't come around every day

Our primary recruitment hubs are Townsville and Rockhampton, with flights also available from Cairns. We welcome and encourage applications from all regional Queensland communities.

What you'll need:

  • Minimum 12 months' experience operating 400t+ large open cut mining excavators and large mining dozers
  • RII competencies (or verified training transcript within the past 5 years)
  • Current Standard 11 and Driver's Licence
  • A strong commitment to safety at all times
  • Team-focused attitude and flexibility to get the job done
  • Willingness to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

At Mackellar, we're passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Ready to make your mark? Apply now and join our team at Carmichael Mine

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