At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate large excavators and dozers in a dynamic mining environment.
- Company: Join Mackellar, a leading mining services contractor for Bravus’ Carmichael Mine.
- Benefits: $72.05ph, FIFO flights, onsite village with meals, gym, and rec areas.
- Other info: Opportunities for upskilling and career advancement in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a growing team and make a real impact in regional Queensland.
- Qualifications: 12 months experience with large mining machinery and safety commitment required.
The predicted salary is between 72.05 - 72.05 $ per hour.
$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.
About Us
Bravus is an Australian mining and resources company focused on delivering successful outcomes for our business, our customers, our employees and the local communities we are part of. We value our people and encourage the development of our skilled workforce to deliver and grow our operations in Australia.
Excavator Operator employer: Bravus Group
Bravus Mining and Resources offers an exceptional work environment at the Carmichael mine, one of Queensland's largest mining operations, where employees benefit from a competitive salary, performance incentives, and a strong commitment to safety and wellbeing. With an 8/6 roster, team members enjoy a great work-life balance while having access to diverse career pathways across various sectors, including thermal coal and renewable energy. The collaborative culture fosters continuous improvement and operational excellence, making it an ideal place for those looking to grow in their mining engineering careers.
