Introduction

Hey mate, are you an experienced Operator living in Mackay or surrounds? Worried about changes in the Basin? If role this proceeds you get the FIFO not someone from SEQ!

This is an Expression of Interest ONLY. No roles yet.

We are working with a NSW coal miner with expansion plans. They are considering a FIFO out of the Mackay airport if there is enough interest

If you're interested click apply and you're top of the list if the service starts.

We're currently running a successful FIFO out of Brisbane AND Gold Coast airports, now we're ready to try Mackay Airport!!!

  • It's a 7/7 ROSTER, Wednesday to Tuesday
  • FREE shuttle from your front door to the airport (and back)
  • FREE FIFO (Charter flight to match swing times)
  • Flight back to Mackay straight after the end of the last shift - no fatigue break
  • Would be open to anyone within 90 minutes drive of the Mackay Airport

What are you going to do 

The Nitty Gritty:

We’re working with a major coal mine operator in Northern NSW with a 25 year mine life in the Gunnedah Basin. They are looking at options to staff expansion plans. If the plan gets approved they will need,

  • Multiskilled Operators – Truck + Dozer + Grader (or loader)
  • Excavator Operators - experience on the big gear essential
  • Haul Truck Operators - Electric + Mechanical (minimum 2+ yrs experience)

Essential skills and knowledge

What's the job?

As an experienced operator you know what you need to do each shift, we're looking for safe operators who know what they're doing and have the transcripts to prove it!

Roster - 7 days/7 off, 7 nights/off - with 12.5 hours shifts

The gear on site is:

  • CAT 789s, Hitachi EH3500, EH4000 & EH5000 Trucks
  • D10, D11, 475 Dozers
  • 16M & 24M Graders
  • 3600, 5600, 8000 Hitachi Excavators

What do you need to have?

  • You NEED to have transcripts/competencies that are valid in the last 5 years
  • You NEED mining experience on the big gear!
  • You're ready for a long-term career
  • You care about working safely and ensuring your mates are safe too
  • You know the rules and how to follow them on a mine site
  • You need to live within 1.5hrs of the airports

What we offer 

What's in it for YOU?

We know you need all the facts. So here's what would be on offer if we proceed.

FIFO Mackay airport and a shuttle from your door - NO COST

  • Haul Truck Operators = $53.10/hr = up to $149k per year (including bonuses below)
  • Multi-Skilled Operators = $57.10/hr = up to $157k per year (including bonuses below)
  • Excavator Operators = $62.10/hr = up to $169k per year (including bonuses below)

Bonus 1: $4/hr paid weekly - attendance bonus

Bonus 2: $3/hr paid quarterly in arrears - attendance bonus

Retention Bonus: $3,000 retention bonus paid each 3 months

  • No funny money... super is on TOP
  • A great job with stability and a great team of operators
  • Well-run Camp with pool and gym provided, close to site and the airport
  • Permanent roles once you’ve done the time
  • We've got you back with support 24/7

      Are you the perfect match for this vacancy? Apply in 5 minutes and let's get in touch!

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      Process of your application

      Application process & contact

      We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

      Project discussion with our customer

      If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

      The decision

      If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

      Introductory conversation with Brunel

      In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

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