Excavator Operator - Hard Rock Open-Cut Mining

About the role

A mining contractor delivering a major gold operation in North Queensland is looking for experienced excavator operators with hard rock open-cut mining experience. The mine is located about 150 km south-west of Townsville, in the Charters Towers Goldfield. Operators will join the production team and help move material safely and efficiently across the site.

Key responsibilities

• Operate production excavators in a hard rock open-cut mining environment
• Load haul trucks safely and efficiently to meet production targets
• Carry out pre-start inspections and report defects
• Maintain production while working to site safety standards
• Work closely with supervisors and other production personnel
• Complete all required documentation accurately

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience operating production excavators in hard rock open-cut mining
• Strong understanding of load and dump procedures
• Commitment to safe work practices and production efficiency
• Ability to work well within a high-performing production team
• Current Australian driver's licence

Required skills

• Operating Hitachi EX1200, Liebherr R9150 or equivalent class excavators
• Hard rock open-cut mining operations

What we offer

• Lifestyle roster of 8/6 or 7/7, rotating day and night
• Bus transport from Townsville, or DIDO to Gumlu carpark with site bus transfers
• Camp accommodation and meals supplied
• Access to two gyms, a tennis court and ongoing camp facility upgrades