Operator - All Round

Macmahon; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave for primary carers

Retail discounts (homewares, outdoor,

Novated leases

Wellbeing program

Roster 7:7

Job summary

Macmahon is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator to join our surface mining team at Byerwen. You will operate heavy earthmoving equipment and support production targets in a skilled crew.

We value safety, teamwork and a positive culture; you’ll complete pre-starts, report hazards and follow plans while contributing to a stable, collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy earthmoving equipment in a mining environment.
• Strong safety focus and ability to speak up when needed.
• Commitment to contributing to a positive crew culture and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy earthmoving ancillary and production equipment safely to meet production targets.
• Complete pre-starts and report hazards or defects immediately.
• Follow job plans, instructions and traffic management rules.
• Maintain a tidy work area and support safe interactions with all teams.
• Contribute to a people-first culture and live the Winning Values.

Skills

Safety focus

Teamwork

Reliability

Positive culture

Tools

Caterpillar 789/793/794

Caterpillar 992

Caterpillar D9/D10/D11

Caterpillar 24M

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.

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.

About the Role

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.

Role Details and Benefits

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

Responsibilities

• Safe, efficient operation of heavy ancillary and production equipment
• 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:
  • Trucks and Water Carts: Caterpillar 789, 793,794
  • Loader: Caterpillar 992
  • Dozer: Caterpillar D9, D10, D11
  • Grader: Caterpillar 24M
• 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.