Excavator Operator

Excavator Operator - Gold Mine Project

Join Mining Pro to work on a new Tailings Project in Queensland

Mining Pro has an exciting opportunity for experienced Excavator Operators to join our team on a Tailings Project in North Queensland.

Partnering with one of Queensland’s leading gold producers, we are assembling a high-performing operational team to deliver a tailings project. This is a unique opportunity to secure employment on a stable project while operating in a safety-focused environment.

If you are an experienced operator who takes pride in your work, values safety and enjoys being part of a team, we want to hear from you.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in hard rock mining environment
• Experience operating the following equipment (or equivalent):
  • Hitachi EX2600 and EX3600 Excavators
  • CAT D6LGP (Tailings Work) and D10 Dozers
  • CAT 789 or Hitachi EH3500 Haul Trucks
• Valid Australian Manual Driver Licence
• National Police Check (valid within the last 3 months or willingness to obtain)
• Signed valid Training Transcripts/Skills list
• Standard 11 Qualification
• Current mining medical and Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE), or ability to obtain prior to commencement
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• Ability to work effectively within a production-focused mining environment

What's on Offer

• Full-time employment
• 8 Days On, 6 Days Off roster
• Day Shift initially - transitioning to Day and Night Shift
• Camp accommodation and meals provided in camp nearby
• DIDO Opportunity – North Queensland
• Competitive salary + superannuation
• Mining Pro Mates Referral Program – $1,000 referral bonus
• Salary sacrifice and novated lease options
• Employee benefits program with discounts on groceries, utilities, health insurance, banking products and more
• Long-term career opportunities with a growing mining services provider

About the Role

Reporting to the Leading Hand, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of mining equipment within a hard rock tailings operation.

Your duties will include:

• Operating Hitachi EX2600 and EX3600 Excavators
  • Loading CAT 789 and Hitachi EH3500 haul trucks
• Operating CAT D6LGP (Tailings Work) and D10 Dozers
• Conducting pre-start inspections and equipment checks
• Maintaining safe and productive operating practices
• Working in accordance with site safety, environmental and operational procedures
• Identifying and reporting hazards, defects and incidents
• Working collaboratively within a close-knit production team to achieve operational targets

About Mining Pro

Mining Pro provides a range of tailored mining services that deliver innovative, safe and productive operational outcomes. From single production fleets through to whole-of-mine solutions.

At Mining Pro, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where employees can build rewarding long-term careers.

Mining Pro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Become part of a team delivering the next phase of a hard rock tailings project.

If you're interested in joining Mining Pro on this project, apply now or call [1300 380 085](tel:1300 380 085) to talk with our recruitment team.