Production Operators

We're currently recruiting for permanent Production Operator positions:

• Day Work Production Operators - 4 and 3 roster – Monday to Thursday, or Tuesday to Friday
• Shift Production Operators - Rotating 5 Panel Roster

Our Day Work Production Operator focus on the operation of our mobile equipment (loader, tipper truck, dozer, vac truck) as well as hosing for coal recovery and clean up.  These roles are four days a week, day work.

Our Shift Production Operators primarily operate our fixed plant equipment (Stackers, Reclaimers, Rail and Ship loaders), and work a five-panel roster, rotating from 8.33 hour shifts during the week to 12.5 hour shifts on weekends.

All roles will involve; shift work, requiring physical stamina, and a positive attitude is paramount along with a safety conscious mindset.

Ideally, you will have:

• C Class Drivers Licence
• HR Truck Licence
• Loader ticket
• Fixed Plant equipment experience (Stackers, Reclaimers, Rail and Ship loaders, Material Handling)
• Effective communication and teamwork skills; and
• Ability and willingness to learn computer-based systems.

Dozer, Vac Truck, Excavator, Skid Steer and Certificate III in Surface Extraction and Resource and Processing would be advantageous, although not essential. Candidates with previous Port Experience are encouraged to apply.

All applicants must have the ability to obtain a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC).

What we offer

• Operators are employed under an Enterprise Agreement (attached below) that outlines pay and conditions.
• Discounted fuel option and novated leasing
• Home after every shift
• Physio on site
• Learning and development opportunities

Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd (DBCT P/L) is a company that embraces diversity. At Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd we pride ourselves in being a regional employer of choice and giving back to the community.  We have a strong culture of family and community focus and our people are the heart of our business. We offer hours that let you enjoy a real work/life balance that have you home after every Shift, while having the chance to work with multi-million dollar equipment.

Located 38 kilometres south of Mackay, Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd operates with a name plate capacity of 85 million tonnes per annum exporting coal from Central Queensland to ports around the world. This wouldn’t be possible without great people - people just like you.

It's time to experience the rewarding career and lifestyle you deserve. For further information about the role, please see Position Description below, or [email protected].  If you feel you meet the criteria, click "Apply Now" to upload a resume and complete an application.

Applications close 6pm 26 October 2026.

Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.