Job Description
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.
Benefits and Pay n
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$***** per hour ($164k pa)+ super
paid on all rostered hours
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Earn up to an additional $6k per year in attendance bonuses!
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7/7 roster
with additional day-shift overtime available
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FIFO from Townsville, Rockhampton or Cairns
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Permanent, full time employment on a
long-term project
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Modern accommodation village with
meals, gym and recreational facilities
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Well-maintained fleet focused on
operator comfort and reliability
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Strong leadership, supportive team environment and
career progression opportunities
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About the Role n
You will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating large-scale mining equipment while helping the team achieve daily production targets.
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You'll be operating:
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400t+ hydraulic excavators
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Large production dozers
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You 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 n
We're looking for operators who have:
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12+ months' recent experience
operating 400t+ excavators and/or large production dozers in open-cut mining
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Current
RII competencies or verified site training transcripts
issued within the past 5 years
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Current
Standard 11
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Current Australian Driver's Licence
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A strong commitment to safe operating practices
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A positive attitude and ability to work as part of a high-performing crew
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Ability to meet all site access and pre-employment requirements
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Join MacKellar n
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 outstanding roster, strong earning potential and the opportunity to build a long-term career in mining, MacKellar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.
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📌 Excavator Operator (Rockhampton)
🏢 MacKellar Group
📍 Rockhampton