Leading Hand - Tailings Project
Join Mining Pro to work on a new Tailings Project in Queensland
Mining Pro has an exciting opportunity for experienced Leading Hand to join our team on a Tailings Project in North Queensland.
Partnering with one of Queensland's leading gold producers, we are assembling a high-performing operational team to deliver a tailings project. This is a unique opportunity to secure employment on a stable project while operating in a safety-focused setting.
If you are an experienced operator who takes pride in your work, values safety and enjoys being part of a team, we want to hear from you.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Previous experience in hard rock mining environment in a tailings removal project
Previous experience in a Supervisory or Leading Hand position
Experience operating the following equipment (or equivalent):
Hitachi EX**** and EX**** Excavators
Hitachi EX**** Long Arm Excavators
CAT D6LGP (Tailings Work) and D10 Dozers
CAT 18M Graders
CAT 789 or Hitachi EH**** Haul Trucks
Valid Australian Manual Driver Licence
National Police Check (valid within the last 3 months or willingness to obtain)
Supervisor Qualifications (G1, G8, G9)
Signed valid Training Transcripts/Skills list
Standard 11 Qualification
Current mining medical and Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE), or ability to obtain prior to commencement
Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
Ability to work effectively within a production-focused mining environment
What's on Offer
Full-time employment
8 Days On, 6 Days Off roster
Day Shift initially - transitioning to Day and Night Shift
Camp accommodation and meals provided in camp nearby
DIDO Opportunity – North Queensland
Competitive salary + superannuation




Mining Pro Mates Referral Program – $1,000 referral bonus
Salary sacrifice and novated lease options
Employee benefits program with discounts on groceries, utilities, health insurance, banking products and more
Long-term career opportunities with a growing mining services provider
About the Role
Reporting to the site management team, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of mining equipment within a hard rock tailings operation.
Your duties will include:
Coordinating work within an active mining production schedule
Managing a crew on the following equipment:
Hitachi EX**** and EX**** Excavators
Hitachi EX**** Long Arm Excavators
CAT 18M Graders
CAT D6LGP (Tailings Work) and D10 Dozers
CAT 789 and Hitachi EH**** haul trucks
Conducting pre-start inspections and equipment checks
Maintaining safe and productive operating practices
Working in accordance with site safety, environmental and operational procedures
Identifying and reporting hazards, defects and incidents
Working collaboratively within a close-knit production team to achieve operational targets
About Mining Pro
Mining Pro provides a range of tailored mining services that deliver innovative, safe and productive operational outcomes. From single production fleets through to whole-of-mine solutions.
At Mining Pro, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where employees can build rewarding long-term careers.
Mining Pro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all backgrounds.
Become part of a team delivering the next phase of a hard rock tailings project.
If you're interested in joining Mining Pro on this project, apply now or call ******** *** to talk with our recruitment team.

📌 Multiskilled Operator (Queensland)
🏢 Mining Pro
📍 Queensland