Dozer Stockpile Leading Hand 17/09/2026

MacKellar Group; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

MacKellar is seeking an experienced Dozer Supervisor to lead a crew on a coal stockpile at Moranbah on a 7/7 cycle. The role includes stepping into supervisory duties as required and maintaining safe operation of plant with focus on efficiency and reliability.

You'll bring dozer operation experience, leadership, and current Queensland Coal Board Medical and Standard 11. Join a company committed to safety and continuous improvement while working in a challenging mining environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating dozers, including on stockpiles.
• Previous leading hand or supervisor experience.
• Current Queensland Coal Board Medical and Standard 11.
• RII's or mining competencies signed off within last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of dozer operators on a coal stockpile and supervise as required.
• Ensure plant operates efficiently to reduce cycle times and prevent unnecessary maintenance.
• Maintain a safe work environment and promote a strong safety culture.
• Comply with site Safety & Health Management System policies, procedures, and work practices.
• Communicate with operators and other personnel to coordinate operations.
• Re‑fuelling and general machine inspections.
• Adherence to all site and company policies and procedures.

Skills

Dozer operation

Stockpile experience

Team leadership

Education

RII's / mining competencies

Queensland Coal Board Medical

Standard 11

Job description

About Mackellar

We are an industry leader in the Mining and Civil Earthmoving industries with over 50 years’ experience and operate a large fleet of heavy earthmoving equipment across Australia. We take pride in our people, our safety, culture and maintaining our equipment to a high standard.

Your new role

This is a DIDO role with camp accommodation and meals supplied for those living outside Moranbah. The role is a 7/7 rotating roster with 12hr days.

• Lead a team of dozer operators on a coal stockpile and step into supervisory duties as required
• Ensure effective operation of plant to reduce cycle times and prevent unnecessary maintenance
• Maintain a safe work environment and be committed to adhering and promoting a strong safety culture
• Comply with site Safety & health Management System policies, procedures, and work practices
• Communicate with operators and other personnel to coordinate operations
• Re‑fuelling and general machine inspections
• Adherence to all site and company policies and procedures

What you'll need to succeed

• Relevant RII's or mining competencies signed off within the last 5years
• Previous experience in the operation of Dozers, including on stockpiles
• Previous experience in a leading hand or supervisor role
• Current Queensland Coal Board Medical and Standard 11

Why MacKellar?

At MacKellar, our people are our greatest asset. We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to build a long‑term career. You'll join a business committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and ensuring every employee returns home safely.