Looking for a long-term mining role with great earning potential and a 7/7 lifestyle? MacKellar is looking for experienced Production Operators to join our permanent team at Carmichael Mine.

You’ll operate a modern fleet on a well-established open-cut operation, working alongside an experienced crew with strong leadership and a focus on safety, reliability and production.

Why MacKellar?

$69.28 per hour + super

paid on all rostered hours

7/7 lifestyle roster

with additional day-shift overtime available

FIFO from Townsville, Rockhampton or Cairns

Permanent, full-time employment on a

long-term project

Modern accommodation village with

meals, gym and recreational facilities

Well-maintained fleet focused on

operator comfort and reliability

Strong leadership, supportive team environment and

career progression opportunities

About the Role You’ll be responsible for safely and efficiently operating large-scale mining equipment while helping the team achieve daily production targets.

You’ll be operating:

400t+ hydraulic excavators

Large production dozers

You’ll also complete pre-starts, equipment checks and housekeeping,



report faults and work closely with Supervisors and other operators to keep production moving safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Need We’re looking for operators who have:

12+ months’ recent experience

operating 400t+ excavators and/or large production dozers in open-cut mining

Current

RII competencies or verified site training transcripts

issued within the past 5 years

Current

Standard 11

Current Australian Driver's Licence

A solid commitment to safe operating practices

A positive attitude and ability to work as part of a high-performing crew

Ability to meet all site access and pre-employment requirements

Join MacKellar MacKellar is a leading Australian mining contractor with a strong focus on

safety, people, modern equipment and long-term careers .

If you’re ready for a stable role with a great roster, strong earning potential and the opportunity to build a long-term career in mining,

apply now and join the MacKellar team.

MacKellar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.

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