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
$***** per hour ($164k pa)+ superpaid on all rostered hours
Earn up to an additional $6k per year in attendance bonuses!
7/7 rosterwith additional day-shift overtime available
FIFO from Townsville, Rockhampton or Cairns
Permanent, full time employment on along-term project
Modern accommodation village withmeals, gym and recreational facilities
Well-maintained fleet focused onoperator comfort and reliability
Strong leadership, supportive team environment andcareer progression opportunities
About the Role
You will 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 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 experienceoperating 400t+ excavators and/or large production dozers in open-cut mining
CurrentRII competencies or verified site training transcriptsissued within the past 5 years
CurrentStandard 11
Current Australian Driver's Licence
A strong 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 onsafety, people, modern equipment and long-term careers.
If you're ready for a stable role with a great roster, strong earning potential and the prospect 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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