Excavator Operator

Bravus Mining & Resources; Clermont; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Bravus Mining & Resources is seeking experienced operators for the Carmichael Mine site in regional Queensland. Roles include FIFO from Townsville, Rockhampton or Cairns with a 7/7 roster and potential overtime on day shift.

Opportunities feature a new fleet designed for safety and efficiency, with on-site camp facilities, meals, gym and rec areas. Successful candidates will join Mackellar, the mining services contractor, as production ramps up in the Galilee Basin.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months’ experience operating 400+ tonne large open cut mining excavators and large mining dozers.
• RII competencies (or verified training transcript within the past 5 years).
• Current Standard 11 and Driver’s Licence.
• A strong commitment to safety at all times.

Responsibilities

• Operate 400+ tonne excavators and large mining dozers.
• Comply with safety rules and site procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and teamwork on site.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Adaptability

Continuous improvement

Education

RII competencies

Standard 11

Driver’s Licence

Job description

• $69.28 p/h ($157,612 annually) + Super paid on all rostered hours
• FIFO flights from Townsville, Rockhampton or Cairns
• 7/7 roster with optional OT on day shift
• Camp, pit & airport all within 5 mins – no long travel days
• Onsite village with great meals, gym & rec areas
• New fleet of machines built for safety, comfort & efficiency
• Genuine upskilling and promotion opportunities

Mackellar is proud to be the mining services contractor forBravus’ Carmichael Mine, and together we’re creating jobs and opportunities across regional Queensland. With production in full swing at our site in the Galilee Basin, we’re expanding our team and looking for experienced operators to join us.

Bring your skills and enthusiasm to be part of something big as we continue to ramp up production at Carmichael. These opportunities don’t come around every day!

Our primary recruitment hubs are Townsville and Rockhampton, with flights also available from Cairns. We welcome and encourage applications from all regional Queensland communities.

What’s on offer:

• $69.28 p/h ($157,612 annually) + Super paid on all rostered hours
• FIFO flights from Townsville, Rockhampton or Cairns
• 7/7 roster with optional OT on day shift
• Camp, pit & airport all within 5 mins – no long travel days
• Onsite village with great meals, gym & rec areas
• New fleet of machines built for safety, comfort & efficiency
• Genuine upskilling and promotion opportunities

Mackellar is proud to be the mining services contractor forBravus’ Carmichael Mine, and together we’re creating jobs and opportunities across regional Queensland. With production in full swing at our site in the Galilee Basin, we’re expanding our team and looking for experienced operators to join us.

Bring your skills and enthusiasm to be part of something big as we continue to ramp up production at Carmichael. These opportunities don’t come around every day!

Our primary recruitment hubs are Townsville and Rockhampton, with flights also available from Cairns. We welcome and encourage applications from all regional Queensland communities.

What you’ll need:

• Minimum 12 months’ experience operating 400+ tonne large open cut mining excavators and large mining dozers
• RII competencies (or verified training transcript within the past 5 years)
• Current Standard 11 and Driver’s Licence
• A strong commitment to safety at all times
• Team-focused attitude and flexibility to get the job done
• Willingness to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

At Mackellar, we’re passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.