Excavator Operators | New Burton Mine

One Key Resources; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

7/7 rotating roster

Camp accommodation and meals

DIDO or residential & BIBO from Mackay

Bus transport from camp

Fortnightly pay cycle

Long-term opportunity

Strong safety culture

Career development

Job summary

One Key Resources, teaming with Argo Natural Resources on the Burton Mine Complex in Queensland, seeks Excavator Operators for a 7/7 rotating roster. Camp accommodation is provided with meals; DIDO or residential options from Mackay are available.

You will operate large excavators and work within a safety-focused, professional team. Ideal candidates have 12+ months' open-cut coal mining experience, Standard 11, a Coal Board Medical, and a valid Australian Driver's Licence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience in an open-cut coal mining environment.
• SSE-signed training transcripts for relevant equipment.
• Current Standard 11 Statement of Attainment.
• Current Coal Board Medical or willing to obtain.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators (e.g., Hitachi EX3600, Liebherr 9350) on open-cut coal seams.
• Maintain high safety standards and achieve production targets.
• Work as part of a focused, team-driven mining operation.
• Commit to reliable attendance and a long-term career with One Key Resources.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-focused

Reliability

Education

Standard 11 Attainment

SSE training transcripts

Coal Board Medical

Tools

Hitachi EX3600 (or similar)

Liebherr 9350

Current Australian Driver's Licence

Job description

Burton Mine Complex is entering an exciting phase of growth under Argo Natural Resources, with a clear focus on building a safe, capable and high-performing operational team for the future.

Argo Natural Resources is a highly experienced operator in Queensland's steelmaking coal industry, with a portfolio of high-quality assets including Iron Bark No.1, Carborough Downs and Burton. Our operations benefit from world-class transport infrastructure and close proximity to major consumers.
We're a people business at heart. Our future success is built on a team focused, resilient and highly skilled workforce. Argo takes a refreshed, unique approach to coal mining, and we're looking for people who want to help shape it.

One Key Resources is Argo's long-term strategic workforce partner and employer of the operational workforce at Burton. As an established and reputable specialist mining employer, One Key will work closely alongside Argo to build and support one integrated, professional team aligned to the long-term success of the operation.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent employment with One Key Resources
• 7/7 rotating day and night roster - 12.5 hour shifts - Thursday to Wednesday
• Camp accommodation and meals provided
• DIDO or residential & BIBO from Mackay available
• Bus transport from camp to site
• Fortnightly pay cycle
• Long-term opportunity within a growing mining operation
• Strong safety culture and supportive leadership team
• Career development and upskilling opportunities

We Are Hiring:

• Excavator Operators
• You will have demonstrated experience operating:
  • Hitachi EX3600 (or similar)
  • Liebherr 9350

About You:
To be considered, you will possess:

• Minimum 12 months' experience in an open-cut coal mining environment
• SSE-signed training transcripts for relevant equipment
• Current Standard 11 Statement of Attainment
• Current Coal Board Medical or willing to obtain
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Strong commitment to safety and production targets
• Reliable work history and attendance record
• Ability to work effectively within a team-focused environment

One Key Resources are committed to workplace diversity and strongly encourage applications from female and Indigenous candidates.