Operator Jobs in Northern QLD - May 2026

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Machine Operators

This is a Full time job

Competitive hourly rate
Camp accommodation
Weekly Pay

Competitive hourly rate
Camp accommodation
Weekly Pay

Haynes is currently seeking experienced and dependable Machine Operators to join our team on an exciting upcoming project.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Production Operators

at Thiess

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Permanent role with work life balance 7/7 Roster
Bus In and Bus Out from Townsville
Full camp facilities provided - 10 mins from site

Permanent role with work life balance 7/7 Roster
Bus In and Bus Out from Townsville
Full camp facilities provided - 10 mins from site

Come showcase your Production Operator skills and join the amazing team at QCoal! Where mining is taken to the next level of performance.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

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Listed nine days ago

Excavator and Loader operator Operators

at Wilco Logistics

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$38 – $45 per hour

**Position:** Loader Operator and Excavator Operator

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed one day ago

Machine Operator

at THE BMD GROUP

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Hourly Rate + OT + Allowances + Super

Competitive remuneration package
Variety of operator positions available
Build a long term career

Competitive remuneration package
Variety of operator positions available
Build a long term career

Operate backhoes, bobcats & mini excavators on civil projects in NQ. Hands-on role with long-term career growth in a supportive team at BMD.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Machine Operators

at Haynes Group

This is a Full time job

Charters Towers, Northern QLD

Competitive hourly rate
Camp accommodation
Weekly Pay

Competitive hourly rate
Camp accommodation
Weekly Pay

Haynes is currently seeking experienced and dependable Machine Operators to join our team on an exciting upcoming project.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Plant Operator

at Southern Cross Fertilisers

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$98,000 per year(inc super) plus bonuses

Work in a safety‑first, inclusive team in a supportive environment
$88,000 per year plus superannuation and a healthy bonus structure
24/7 Townsville Port operation with the stability of a fulltime employment

Work in a safety‑first, inclusive team in a supportive environment
$88,000 per year plus superannuation and a healthy bonus structure
24/7 Townsville Port operation with the stability of a fulltime employment

Port Operator role at Townsville Port. $88k + super + bonus. Operate mobile plant, load/unload bulk product on rotating shifts with great benefits.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed three days ago

Multi-Skilled Operator

at WorkPac - Mining Qld

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$62.15 per hour

Site is only 3 hours from Townsville and Mackay!
7/7 Roster – Wed to Tues rotating day and night shift roster
Access to your own Recruiter and On-Site Site Manager

Site is only 3 hours from Townsville and Mackay!
7/7 Roster – Wed to Tues rotating day and night shift roster
Access to your own Recruiter and On-Site Site Manager

Multi Skilled Operators required for a coal mine local to Collinsville. ASAP Start - Apply Now!

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Production Operators

at Thiess

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Permanent role with work life balance 7/7 Roster
Bus In and Bus Out from Townsville
Full camp facilities provided - 10 mins from site

Permanent role with work life balance 7/7 Roster
Bus In and Bus Out from Townsville
Full camp facilities provided - 10 mins from site

Come showcase your Production Operator skills and join the amazing team at QCoal! Where mining is taken to the next level of performance.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Entry Level Operator

at Stabilised Pavements of Australia

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Full training with career growth opportunities
Work with a supportive team in a hands on outdoor role
Competitive pay with overtime and upskilling opportunities

Full training with career growth opportunities
Work with a supportive team in a hands on outdoor role
Competitive pay with overtime and upskilling opportunities

Seeking HR licensed Operators to join our Townsville team. Great opportunity for reliable safety-focused workers.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Multi Skilled Operator

at WorkPac - Mining Qld

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$62.15 per hour

$62.15/ Hour
7/7 Roster - Rotating Days and Nights
DIDO Only - No Bus Provided

$62.15/ Hour
7/7 Roster - Rotating Days and Nights
DIDO Only - No Bus Provided

Seeking experienced Multi Skilled Operators for positions at Collinsville!

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Operator Labourer

at Port of Townsville

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$72,909 – $83,798 per year

The Operator/Labourer is responsible for supporting the Maintenance team in maintaining Port infrastructure

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Civil Operators

at AWX Townsville

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

AUD 37 - 45 per hour

AWX Townsville are seeking skilled machine operators for Townsville based projects

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Collinsville - Haul Truck & Multi-Skilled Operators

at Protech

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Collinsville, Northern QLD

7/7 roster - work life balance
Close to Mackay / Whitsunday
Smaller pit

7/7 roster - work life balance
Close to Mackay / Whitsunday
Smaller pit

Protech are currently recruiting for Haul Truck & Multi-Skilled Operators to join the Production team at Collinsville Mine.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

2d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Multi-Skilled Operators

at WorkPac - Mining Qld

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Newlands, Northern QLD

$59 per hour

$59/hour + super paid on all rostered shift hours
7/7 roster – Wednesday to Tuesday roster, day shift only!
Access to major discounts & benefits from major retailers via Flare!

$59/hour + super paid on all rostered shift hours
7/7 roster – Wednesday to Tuesday roster, day shift only!
Access to major discounts & benefits from major retailers via Flare!

Multi-Skilled Operators required for a rehab project at Newlands coal mine!! Apply now!

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

14d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Excavator Operators & Combo Operators

at WK Excavations Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

We are currently seeking motivated and enthusiastic Excavator Operators & Combo Operators to join our team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

19h ago

Listed ten days ago

Excavator Operator

at MacKellar

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

FIFO for a short flight from Townsville, Rockhampton & Cairn
Super paid on all rostered hours, $69.28/hr ($157,612 annually)
Camp is 5-10mins from pit | Long-term project | Modern fleet

FIFO for a short flight from Townsville, Rockhampton & Cairn
Super paid on all rostered hours, $69.28/hr ($157,612 annually)
Camp is 5-10mins from pit | Long-term project | Modern fleet

Long Term project, competitive pay rates of $69.28 per hour + super paid on all rostered hours.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

10d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Multi-Skilled Plant Operators (FIFO/DIDO)

at Durack Civil

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$45 – $60 per hour

Weekly paid wages at a competitive rate
Great work culture where hard work is appreciated and rewarded
Training and career advancement opportunities

Weekly paid wages at a competitive rate
Great work culture where hard work is appreciated and rewarded
Training and career advancement opportunities

Multi-Skilled Plant Operators required to work variable rosters in QLD. Wages paid weekly at competitive hourly rates.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

14d ago

Listed seven days ago

Machine Operators

at Haynes Group

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$45.00 - $65.00 p.h.

Start ASAP
3 Weeks on & 1 Week Off
Great Opportunity

Start ASAP
3 Weeks on & 1 Week Off
Great Opportunity

Haynes is currently seeking experienced and reliable Machine Operators to join our team on an exciting project.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator

at Aurizon

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Opportunity to start your career with Australia’s largest rail freight operator
Rotating roster of dayshift, nightshift & weekends
Opportunity for overtime and career progression

Opportunity to start your career with Australia’s largest rail freight operator
Rotating roster of dayshift, nightshift & weekends
Opportunity for overtime and career progression

Aurizon’s Townsville depot team is seeking a safety focused Heavy Equipment Operator to join them on a full time permanent basis.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed nine days ago

EOI - Heavy Vehicle/Machine Operators and General Labourers

at Haynes Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Louisa, Northern QLD

Competitive Hourly Rates
Weekly Pay
Immediate Starts

Competitive Hourly Rates
Weekly Pay
Immediate Starts

Experienced Operators & Labourers wanted in Townsville. Immediate start, great pay, varied construction works. Tickets & HR licence required.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Excavator Operators

at MKM Civil Pty Ltd

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$40 – $60 per hour

Multiple roles for Excavator operators

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Quarry Operator

at AWX Townsville

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

AWX is seeking reliable, experienced Quarry Operator various roles for a site in Townsville.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

21d ago

Listed two days ago

Mount Carlton - Dump Truck Operator

at Techforce Personnel Pty.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Temp to Perm | Up to $53.00 pay rate
8Days on, 6Days off, 7Nights on, 7Days off Roster
Modern site facilities including gym, tennis courts, quality meals and accommoda

Temp to Perm | Up to $53.00 pay rate
8Days on, 6Days off, 7Nights on, 7Days off Roster
Modern site facilities including gym, tennis courts, quality meals and accommoda

Temp to Perm Roles | Mount Carlton | Up to $53/hr | DIDO only or BIBO Townsville | 8Days on, 6Days off, 7Nights on, 7Days off Roster

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

2d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Machine Operators

at Milray Employment

This is a Full time job

Charters Towers, Northern QLD

Milray Contracting is requiring Machine Operators for Flood Damage works on unsealed roads in the Charters Towers region.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

14d ago

Listed six days ago

Operators - Water Cart | Moxy | Grader | Roller

at Teneo

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Townsville, Northern QLD

TENEO is looking for experienced Multi-Skilled Operators to join our team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Excavator Operator & Civil Workers TOWNSVILLE

at i-LEC

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Full Time permanent positions available (or short-term/casual if preferred)
Local, Townsville-based work

Full Time permanent positions available (or short-term/casual if preferred)
Local, Townsville-based work

i-LEC is seeking applications from experienced Excavator Operators and Civil Workers within our Electrical Infrastructure team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

17h ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Multiskilled Operator - Open Cut Mining

at MacKellar

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

FIFO from Townsville, Rockhampton & Cairns
$64.14/hr ($145.918 annually)+ Super on all rostered hours
Camp is 5-10 mins from pit | Long-term project | Modern fleet

FIFO from Townsville, Rockhampton & Cairns
$64.14/hr ($145.918 annually)+ Super on all rostered hours
Camp is 5-10 mins from pit | Long-term project | Modern fleet

Earn $64.14/hr + super on all hours | 7/7 D/N Roster, FIFO from Townsville, Rockhampton or Cairns | New fleet, great camp

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

23d ago

Listed one day ago

Trades Assistant/Operator

at Minelec Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$39 – $45 per hour

Competitive salary, training & development. Career growth in dynamic trades environment. Flexible work arrangements.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Multi-Skilled Plant Operators

at Townsville City Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Permanent Full Time (4 on 4 off roster, 11.75 hour days)
HR Drivers Licence, Front End Loader, White Card
Excellent salary and conditions with a work/life balance roster

Permanent Full Time (4 on 4 off roster, 11.75 hour days)
HR Drivers Licence, Front End Loader, White Card
Excellent salary and conditions with a work/life balance roster

This role is open to operators of varying experience levels who are willing to learn, contribute, and take pride in their work.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Haul Truck Operator

at MacKellar

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$56.20/hr plus super paid on all rostered hours
Work life balance for 7/7 roster
Camp with gym & recreation facilities only 5 mins from pit

$56.20/hr plus super paid on all rostered hours
Work life balance for 7/7 roster
Camp with gym & recreation facilities only 5 mins from pit

FIFO Haul Truck Operator role at Carmichael Mine - $56.20/hr + super, 7/7 roster, modern fleet, camp, meals & career growth.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Multi Skilled Excavator Operators Wanted Immediately

at Morson Edge

This is a Full time job

Bowen, Northern QLD

Multi Skilled Operators Wanted Immediately!
Permanent Opportunity | 10,12 Hour Shifts | OT Penalties.
Accommodation Provided & drive-in/drive-out options!

Multi Skilled Operators Wanted Immediately!
Permanent Opportunity | 10,12 Hour Shifts | OT Penalties.
Accommodation Provided & drive-in/drive-out options!

Morson Edge are seeking multi-skilled quarry operators. Excavator, Loader, Dozers etc.. Immediate start. Temp to Perm. Accom & DIDO.

Recruited byGavin Jacob

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

10d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Grader & Excavator Operators Civil

at Calibre Resources Recruitment

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$43 – $46 per hour plus penalties

Great Money
Ongoing work for the right Candidates
Immediate Start

Great Money
Ongoing work for the right Candidates
Immediate Start

We are urgently chasing experienced Grader & Excavator Operators for an immediate start in Townsville.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

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