Introduction

About this role

THE ROLE As a Production Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy mining machinery to meet production targets. You will be working in a fast-paced environment alongside a supportive team.

  • Permanent Position: Enjoy the security of a full-time contract, not just a casual gig.
  • Great Roster: 7/7 roster offering a healthy work-life balance.
  • Camp Accommodation: Meals and accommodation provided while on site.
  • Travel: DIDO (Drive In/Drive Out) options available or flights from Brisbane/Townsville (depending on provider).
  • Competitive Pay: Attractive hourly rate + superannuation on all hours worked

Dump Trucks on site include: CAT 793, 789, Komatsu 930E,

Is this you?

KEY REQUIREMENTS To be successful in this role, you must possess:

  • Standard 11 (S11): Current certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Coal Board Medical (CBM): Current certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Experience: Minimum 12 months experience operating heavy machinery (Dump Trucks) in a mining environment.
  • Licenses: Current Driver's License (Manual preferred).
  • Safety First: A strong commitment to safety and adherence to site procedures.
  • Availability: Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen.

What we offer 

  • Permanent positions
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact c.down@brunel.net

Closing: 14 October 2026

Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-301341

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Corporate recruiter

Callum Down

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