Excavator Operator - Mt Carlton Gold Mine
Excavator Operators needed for gold mine near Townsville.
8:6 / 7:7 rotating day/night roster, great team and strong pathway to permanent.
Myndshift Group supports a number of industries including mining, civil construction, and heavy engineering.
With our extensive experience and wide-reaching network, we are proud to deliver high-quality project personnel in partnership with some of Australia's largest companies.
Myndshift Group has been engaged by our client partner, a respected mining contractor leading the restart of a major gold operation in North Queensland.
About the Role
Located approximately 150km south-west of Townsville, the Mt Carlton Gold Mine forms part of the Charters Towers Goldfield, one of Australia's most established gold-producing regions.
As operations ramp up under new leadership, the site is in an exciting new phase of production, creating strong opportunities for experienced operators to be part of its next chapter.
We are seeking experienced Excavator Operators with hard rock open-cut mining experience to join the production team and support the safe and efficient movement of material across site.
This is an opportunity to secure a position on a growing operation as it gains momentum, with a clear pathway to permanent employment.
Key Responsibilities
Operate production excavators in a hard rock open-cut mining environment
Safely and efficiently load haul trucks to meet production targets
Conduct pre-start inspections and report defects
Maintain production while working to site safety standards
Work closely with supervisors and other production personnel
Complete all required documentation accurately
About You
Experience operating Hitachi EX****, Liebherr R****, or equivalent class excavators
Demonstrated experience operating production excavators in hard rock open-cut mining
Solid understanding of load and dump procedures
Commitment to safe work practices and production efficiency
Ability to work well within a high-performing production team
Current Australian Driver's Licence
What's on Offer
Lifestyle roster – 8/6, 7/7 rotating day/night
Bus transport provided from Townsville or DIDO to Gumlu carpark with site bus transfers
Camp accommodation and meals supplied
Camp located right next to site — no lengthy bus trips to and from work
Access to 2 gyms, tennis court and ongoing camp facility upgrades
Initial labour hire with a clear pathway to permanent employment
Opportunity to be part of a mine restart in a historic gold region
Work with a respected ASX-listed mining contractor
If you're looking for your next opportunity and want to be part of a mine entering an exciting new phase of production, we'd love to hear from you.
Don't be just a number – enjoy a supportive team environment on a smaller mining operation where your contribution is recognised.
Apply now or feel free to reach out with any questions.
Ashley BonkovichRecruitment Coordinator | Myndshift Group
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