Geology & Exploration Opportunities | FIFO | WA & Australia

Techforce Personnel
Townsville QLDFull time

Listed 2 Sep 2026

The Opportunity
We are currently seeking experienced  Digger Operators  for a permanent opportunity within a leading coal mining operation in Queensland.
This role offers an excellent lifestyle roster on a  7/7, competitive pay rates, and long-term job security. Successful candidates will be working within a high-performing production team in a well-established mining environment.
 
What's on Offer

  • Permanent position 
  • 7/7 roster - excellent work/life balance
  • DIDO or BIBO from  Mackay or Townsville
  • Work within a high-performing production mining team
  • Opportunity to operate modern mining equipment

 
Key Responsibilities

  • Operate a range of production mining equipment including diggers and ancillary mobile plant
  • Support load and haul operations to meet production targets safely and efficiently
  • Conduct pre-start inspections, hazard identification, and routine equipment checks
  • Follow all site safety systems, procedures, and operational requirements
  • Work collaboratively with supervisors and crew to maintain safe and productive operations

 
Experience & Requirements

  • Minimum  2 years production mining experience  required
  • Experience operating excavators and dozers in production mining
  • Valid  Standard 11 (S11)
  • Valid  Coal Board Medical
  • Training transcripts required
  • Clean  NPC (within 6 months)
  • Strong safety focus and ability to work in a team environment
  • Must be available for rostered FIFO/DIDO work

 
Additional Requirements

  • Ability to pass full pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
  • Current driver's license
  • Strong communication and adherence to site procedures