Digger Operator

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Location
Moranbah, Queensland
Category
Production Workers
Salary
Posted
09-Feb-2026
Work type
Casual/Temp
Contact
Coby Vonthien
Reference
183268

Chandler Macleod are currently seeking experienced Digger Operators for a major mining client in the Bowen Basin!

The Role:

  • Operating CAT 6040 or O&K 170
  • Maintaining a high level of safety at all times
  • 7/7 Roster - great work/life balance!
  • DIDO/BIBO/LOCAL ONLY - THIS IS NOT A FIFO ROLE 
  • Accommodation and meals provided
  • PPE provided 
  • $97.29 Per/Hour excluding superannuation, plus weekly coal bonus of $288.46!
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
  • Experience within a mining operation environment
  • Experience operating CAT 6040 or O&K 170 as well as a variety of other similar machinery.
  • Signed SSE Training Transcripts 
  • Self-motivated and ability to work in a strong team environment
  • Current valid drivers’ licence
  • Current work rights in Australia
  • Coal Board Medical
  • Standard 11
  • Signed training transcripts showing machinery experience 
You will demonstrate your commitment to safety and use your experience and judgment to ensure yourself and your workmates stay safe. Your ability to set good examples of work ethic and integrity together with your positive mind set in dealing with work and people will be highly regarded.


At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.

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