Excavator Operator

Bravus Mining & Resources; Clermont (GA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO flights

7/7 roster OT

Onsite village amenities

New fleet of machines

Upskilling opportunities

Job summary

Mackellar, acting as the mining services contractor for Bravus’ Carmichael Mine, is seeking experienced operators to join the site in the Galilee Basin. Candidates should have extensive experience with 400+ tonne excavators and large dozers, plus modern safety training and a commitment to continuous improvement.

The role offers a 7/7 roster with optional OT, FIFO flights from Townsville, Rockhampton or Cairns, and an onsite village with meals, gym and recreational facilities as production ramps

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate 400+ tonne excavators and large mining dozers.
• Maintain high safety standards on site.
• Support production ramp‑up and efficient operation.
• Collaborate with pit crews and camp teams to meet targets.

Skills

Excavator operation

Dozer operation

Safety-conscious

Team collaboration

Education

RII competencies

Tools

Current Standard 11

Driver’s Licence

Job description

• $72.05ph / $164k~ pa + 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

What’s On Offer

• $72.05ph / $164k~ pa + 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 for Bravus’ 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.