Excavator Operators, secure a permanent role on a growing North Queensland gold operation. Run Hitachi EX1200 & Liebherr R9150 excavators.

26th October, 2026

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 delivering 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.

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.

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 EX1200, Liebherr R9150, 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 of 8/6 or 7/7, rotating day and night
- Bus transport from Townsville, or DIDO to Gumlu carpark with site bus transfers
- Camp accommodation and meals supplied
- Access to 2 gyms, a tennis court and ongoing camp facility upgrades
- Be part of a growing operation in a historic gold region
- Work with a respected ASX-listed mining contractor

📌 Excavator Operator (Townsville)
🏢 MYNDSHIFT GROUP
📍 Townsville