All Round Operator - Byerwen

Macmahon; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave for primary carers

Retail discounts (including homewares,

Novated leases (including for flights)

Comprehensive wellbeing program

Job summary

Macmahon is seeking experienced All Round Operators to join our Production Crews at Byerwen, Queensland. Operate heavy earthmoving equipment to meet production targets in open-cut mining, working with a skilled, safety-conscious team.

You'll operate loaders, dozers and graders, complete pre-starts, follow plans, and contribute to a positive crew culture. We offer competitive rates, 7:7 BIBO roster options from Mackay or Townsville, and a supportive, long-term project environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy earthmoving equipment in open-cut mining.
• Strong safety focus and proactive hazard reporting.
• Team-oriented with reliable work ethic and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate loaders, dozers and graders to meet production targets.
• Complete pre-start checks and report any hazards or defects.
• Follow plans, traffic management and site procedures at all times.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and support crew safety.
• Contribute to a positive crew culture and assist teammates as needed.

Skills

Safety focus

Teamwork

Reliability

Tools

Loader (Komatsu 600/900)

Dozer (Caterpillar D9/D10/D11)

Grader (Caterpillar 24M, Komatsu 955)

Job description

At Macmahon, you'll find something different. We're a successful mining and civil contractor that's going places - and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you're joining a quality team that's built together, and built to last.

Surface Mining Australia, Macmahon's largest operating company, delivers high-quality open-cut mining solutions across Australia, driven by operational excellence, strong safety performance, and deep industry expertise. Our people are the backbone of our capability, enabling us to partner closely with clients to sustainably deliver value every day.

Byerwen is a high performing open cut coal operation in the Bowen Basin, known for its strong safety culture and consistent production. As part of the Macmahon team on site, you'll be joining a stable, well supported workforce with modern equipment and long term project security. We are currently looking for experienced All Round Operators to join our Production Crews.

In our Production crews, teamwork isn't just talk - it's how we operate. You'll be part of a crew that gets in, gets the job done and backs each other every shift. Safe, steady and reliable is how we keep things moving.

Operate heavy earthmoving ancillary equipment to safely meet production targets across our Surface operation at Byerwen. You'll work within a skilled and experienced team.

• Roster: 7:7 BIBO ex Mackay or Townsville or DIDO options
• Rate: Competitive rates
• Competitive benefits package including:
  • Paid Parental Leave for primary carers
  • Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
  • Novated leases (including for flights)
  • Comprehensive wellbeing program

Together. Works.

At Macmahon, you'll find something different. We're a successful mining and civil contractor that's going places - and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you're joining a quality team that's built together, and built to last.

Surface Mining Australia, Macmahon's largest operating company, delivers high-quality open-cut mining solutions across Australia, driven by operational excellence, strong safety performance, and deep industry expertise. Our people are the backbone of our capability, enabling us to partner closely with clients to sustainably deliver value every day.

Byerwen is a high performing open cut coal operation in the Bowen Basin, known for its strong safety culture and consistent production. As part of the Macmahon team on site, you'll be joining a stable, well supported workforce with modern equipment and long term project security. We are currently looking for experienced All Round Operators to join our Production Crews.

In our Production crews, teamwork isn't just talk - it's how we operate. You'll be part of a crew that gets in, gets the job done and backs each other every shift. Safe, steady and reliable is how we keep things moving.

Role Details

Operate heavy earthmoving ancillary equipment to safely meet production targets across our Surface operation at Byerwen. You'll work within a skilled and experienced team.

• Location: Byerwen, Queensland
• Roster: 7:7 BIBO ex Mackay or Townsville or DIDO options
• Rate: Competitive rates
• Competitive benefits package including:
  • Paid Parental Leave for primary carers
  • Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
  • Novated leases (including for flights)
  • Comprehensive wellbeing program

Responsibilities

• Safe, efficient operation of heavy ancillary and production equipment, including Loaders (Komatsu 600, 900), Dozers (Caterpillar D9, D10, D11) and Graders (Caterpillar 24M, Komatsu 955)
• Complete pre-starts and report hazards or defects immediately
• Follow plans, instructions and traffic management rules
• Maintain a tidy work area and support safe interactions with all teams
• Contribute to our people-first culture and live our Winning Values
• Help teammates, share knowledge and support a strong crew culture

What You'll Bring

• Experience in mining operating the following equipment:
  • Loader: Komatsu 600, 900
  • Dozer: Caterpillar D9, D10, D11
  • Grader: Caterpillar 24M, Komatsu 955
• Strong safety focus and ability to speak up
• A team mindset and reliable work ethic
• Commitment to contributing to a positive culture

Why Macmahon?

• Real teamwork with people who know their stuff and who genuinely look out for each other.
• Support to learn and grow, across stable long-term projects.

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