Join a large-scale open cut mining operation in North Queensland, operating within a high-production environment focused on efficiency, safety, and continuous output. This well-established site offers the opportunity to work on a major tailings removal project within an active production mine, providing long-term stability and exposure to large-scale mining operations.

We are currently seeking multiple skilled operators and leaders to contribute within a busy production mining environment, working across large mobile mining equipment and supporting daily mine output.

Positions include:
Excavator Operators
- Operating large mining excavators (>260T), such as EX2600 and EX3600, in active production areas

Haul Truck Operators
- Operating CAT 789 or Hitachi EH3500
- AC3 within a production haul cycle

Multi-Skilled Operators (with 2 or more of the tickets below)
- D6 LGP (tailings work)
- D10T Dozers
- CAT 18M Graders
- Excavators (EX1200 long-arm, EX2600, EX3600)
- Haul Truck operation as needed

Leading Hand
- Supervising crews on a tailings removal project
- Coordinating work within an active mining production schedule

Roster & Site Details:
- 8 days on / 6 days off roster
- Day shift initially, transitioning to day and night shift
- Drive-in/drive-out (approximately 1 hour from Townsville)
- Minimum 12 months of ongoing work
- Immediate start available

To be successful in these roles, you will have:
- Demonstrated experience working in a production mining environment on a large open cut mine site
- Proven ability to operate relevant heavy mining equipment safely and efficiently
- Current and valid RII tickets
- Residence in Townsville or surrounding areas
- Reliable transport for site commute
- Open manual driver’s licence
- Ability to under take a Pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screening & police check

Long-term project stability with a minimum 12-month pipeline of work
Opportunity to work within a high-production open cut mining environment
Competitive rates aligned with experience
Supportive team culture on a large, well-established mine site
Immediate start available

If you are interested in this role, click “apply now” or for more information and a confidential discussion on this role or to find out about more opportunities in Resources & Mining contact Erinne at Hays on 07 4749 8399 or email erinne.lymer@hays.com.au

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