Job Description
$72 hourly rate + super paid on all rostered hours
7/7 day/night rotating roster – FIFO from Brisbane to Nyngan
Flights, accommodation and meals provided
Long-term project with ongoing opportunities
Leadership role within a supportive team workplace
What's on Offer
$72 hourly rate + super paid on all rostered hours
7/7 day/night rotating roster – FIFO from Brisbane to Nyngan
Flights, accommodation and meals provided
Long-term project with ongoing opportunities
Leadership role within a supportive team environment
About the Role
MacKellar is seeking an experienced Leading Hand Operator to join our Nyngan mining operation.
This is a hands-on role where you'll lead by example, providing day-to-day support to production crews while remaining actively involved in operating equipment.
You will work closely with Supervisors to promote safe work practices, coordinate activities and help achieve production targets.
Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership and guidance to production operators
Operate mining equipment as required




Assist with coordinating daily work activities across the crew
Promote and maintain a robust safety culture
Conduct pre-start meetings and support compliance activities
Monitor production performance and identify improvement opportunities
Liaise with Supervisors regarding operational requirements and site priorities
About You
Extensive experience in a production mining environment
Demonstrated experience operating production mining equipment, particularly Excavators and Dozers
Previous Leading Hand or crew leadership experience highly regarded
Strong communication and organisational skills
Commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement
Current RII competencies and relevant operating experience
MacKellar is a leading mining and civil contractor with operations across Australia.
We are committed to providing a safe workplace, quality equipment and rewarding career opportunities for our people.

📌 Leading Hand (Fifo) (Queensland)
🏢 MacKellar Group
📍 Queensland