Side Loader Operator Jobs in Northern QLD - Jun 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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Civil Operators

at Select Labour

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Ongoing work on major civil and infrastructure projects
Competitive rates with weekly pay and daily travel
Immediate starts and career development opportunities

Ongoing work on major civil and infrastructure projects
Competitive rates with weekly pay and daily travel
Immediate starts and career development opportunities

Join major civil and infrastructure projects in Townsville. Competitive rates, ongoing work, and immediate starts available.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Listed seventeen days ago

Front End Loader Operators Wanted - Ad Hoc

at Protech NQ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Are you looking for additional hours on your week off, or a new ongoing role? Have a go at this one!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed three days ago

Loader Operator - Dugald River Project

at Redpath Mining

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Full time, permanent opportunity on the Dugald River Project
FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville
Even-time 2:2 roster for true work-life balance

Full time, permanent opportunity on the Dugald River Project
FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville
Even-time 2:2 roster for true work-life balance

Loader Operator opportunity on the Dugald River Project, Cloncurry QLD.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

3d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Quarry Front End Loader & Excavator Operators Required

at Protech NQ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Loader & Excavator roles in busy quarry. 45–50 hrs/week, stable work, operating plant, stockpiles, and production in a safety-focused environment.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed twenty eight 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)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty eight 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)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed fifteen hours ago

Civil Operators

at Select Labour

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Ongoing work on major civil and infrastructure projects
Competitive rates with weekly pay and daily travel
Immediate starts and career development opportunities

Ongoing work on major civil and infrastructure projects
Competitive rates with weekly pay and daily travel
Immediate starts and career development opportunities

Join major civil and infrastructure projects in Townsville. Competitive rates, ongoing work, and immediate starts available.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

15h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Quarry Operator

at AWX Townsville

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

AUD 34 - 39 per hour

AWX Townsville is seeking skilled Quarry operators for local based work.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Civil Operators

at AWX Townsville

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

AUD 37 - 45 per hour

Work with highly regarded civil clients
Monday to Friday, rotating half-day Saturday
Townsville based projects

Work with highly regarded civil clients
Monday to Friday, rotating half-day Saturday
Townsville based projects

AWX is seeking skilled operators for work across a range of projects including Roads, intersections, Bulk earthworks & Subdivision developments

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed twenty eight 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)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen days ago

Loader Operator/Labourer

at CAMM Concrete

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Hands-on role with varied tasks
Join a safety-first, local team
Supportive, positive work environment

Hands-on role with varied tasks
Join a safety-first, local team
Supportive, positive work environment

Maintain concrete facilities, operate loaders, and assist with parts pickups. Join a safety-focused, community-driven team at CAMM Concrete.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed three days ago

Crushing/Plant Operator

at CAMM Quarries

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Roseneath, Northern QLD

Operate loaders, excavators and crushing equipment across quarry operations

Operate loaders, excavators and crushing equipment across quarry operations

Operate crushing and mobile plant equipment across quarry operations, working in a hands-on team environment with growth opportunities.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Mining Machine Operators & Leading Hands | 8/6 Roster | Townsville

at Calibre Resourcing Solutions

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Long-term 8/6 day shift roster with weekly pay
DIDO role located approximately 130km from Townsville
Excavator, Haul Truck, Multiskilled & Leading Hand opportunities

Long-term 8/6 day shift roster with weekly pay
DIDO role located approximately 130km from Townsville
Excavator, Haul Truck, Multiskilled & Leading Hand opportunities

Machine Operators & Leading Hands wanted. 8/6 day shift roster, long-term DIDO mining roles near Townsville.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

17d ago

Listed two 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

$69.28 per hour + super paid on all rostered hours | 7/7 Rotating roster | Flights covered Rockhampton, Townsville, Cairns!

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

2d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Civil Operators

at WorkPac - Townsville

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$40 per hour

Attractive rates: $40ph base rate + daily travel allowance + OT meal allowance
Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work
Leading civil construction contractor with multiple sites across Townsville

Attractive rates: $40ph base rate + daily travel allowance + OT meal allowance
Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work
Leading civil construction contractor with multiple sites across Townsville

Looking for Civil Operators to start ASAP!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Excavator Operator

at WorkPac - Newcastle

Be an early applicant

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$76.50 per hour

BIBO or DIDO from Townsville
8/6 Roster

BIBO or DIDO from Townsville
8/6 Roster

WorkPac are seeking experienced Excavator Operators, BIBO or DIDIO from Townsville.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Process Plant Operator

at NQM Gold 2 Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Strong team culture with real growth opportunities
Join a growing Australian gold producer
NQM Gold 2 are seeking an experienced Process Plant Operator

Strong team culture with real growth opportunities
Join a growing Australian gold producer
NQM Gold 2 are seeking an experienced Process Plant Operator

We are looking for a Process Plant Operator to join our team at the Pajingo Operation

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Multi Skilled Operator

at WorkPac - Newcastle

Be an early applicant

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$66.24 per hour

Payrate from $62.98/hr - $69.50/hr (pending qualifications)
BIBO from Townsville
7/7 Roster

Payrate from $62.98/hr - $69.50/hr (pending qualifications)
BIBO from Townsville
7/7 Roster

Workpac are seeing Multi Skilled Operators. This is working a 7|7 roster and BIBO from Townsville.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

1d ago

Listed two days ago

All Round Operator

at MYNDSHIFT GROUP

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

8/6 & 7/7 rotating dayshift/nightshift roster
Clear pathway to permanent employment
Opportunity to be part of a mine restart in a historic gold region

8/6 & 7/7 rotating dayshift/nightshift roster
Clear pathway to permanent employment
Opportunity to be part of a mine restart in a historic gold region

All Round Operators needed for gold mine near Townsville. 8/6 days, 7/7 nights rotating roster, hard rock experience essential.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

2d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Plant Operator

at Cement Australia Pty Limited

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Join Australia's leading cement manufacturer with real career growth
Forklift & front-end loader role with variety – no two days the same
Permanent Monday-Friday roster

Join Australia's leading cement manufacturer with real career growth
Forklift & front-end loader role with variety – no two days the same
Permanent Monday-Friday roster

Operate heavy plant & machinery Mon–Fri with Australia's top cement maker in Townsville

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

14d ago

Listed twenty two days 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)

22d ago

Listed three days ago

Process Operator

at DRA Pacific Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Bowen, Northern QLD

8/6 Roster | Dayshift / Nightshift
Bus In Bus Out from TSV or 1.5 HR Drive from Bowen
The best camp food in QLD - as voted by us!

8/6 Roster | Dayshift / Nightshift
Bus In Bus Out from TSV or 1.5 HR Drive from Bowen
The best camp food in QLD - as voted by us!

A golden opportunity for skilled Process Operators to join DRA at Mt Carlton!

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Operator

at THE BMD GROUP

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Hourly Rate + OT + Allowances + Super

Multiple project locations in and around Townsville with diverse scope.
Opportunity for long-term employment. Relationship contractor in the region.
Supportive and dynamic working environment

Multiple project locations in and around Townsville with diverse scope.
Opportunity for long-term employment. Relationship contractor in the region.
Supportive and dynamic working environment

With a growing portfolio of projects across North QLD, JMac Constructions has an opportunity for an Operator to join our team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

Listed twenty four 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)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Production Operators

at Thiess

This is a Full time job

Bowen, Northern QLD

Permanent role with work life balance 7/7 Roster
Full Camp Facilities provided 10 mins from site
Competitive rates with ongoing training

Permanent role with work life balance 7/7 Roster
Full Camp Facilities provided 10 mins from site
Competitive rates with ongoing training

Join QCoal and put your Production Operator skills to work in a team leading the way in performance, safety, and leadership.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Multiskilled Operators

at Hays | Resources & Mining

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

DIDO Townsville & Surrounds
8/6 Roster
Multiple Positions Available

DIDO Townsville & Surrounds
8/6 Roster
Multiple Positions Available

Experienced Production Operators required for a open cut mine site in North QLD

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

13d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Port Operator

at AWX Townsville

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

AUD 45.65 per hour

Experienced Operator needed for forklift and loader work at a busy Townsville export terminal. Strong safety culture, and long-term opportunities.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

20d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

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
Opportunities to progress your career

Opportunity to start your career with Australia’s largest rail freight operator
Opportunities to progress your career

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)

14d ago

Listed twenty days ago

QUARRY - Excavator 0perator

at Barro Group

This is a Full time job

Black River, Northern QLD

Quarry Excavator Operator. Black River Qld. Immediate start available. Excellent wages + overtime + leave accruals

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

20d ago

Listed two days ago

Excavator Operator - Mt Carlton Gold Mine

at MYNDSHIFT GROUP

This is a Full time job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Roster that provides a great work-life balance!
Opportunity to be part of a mine restart in a historic gold region
Clear pathway to permanent employment

Roster that provides a great work-life balance!
Opportunity to be part of a mine restart in a historic gold region
Clear pathway to permanent employment

Excavator Operators needed for gold mine near Townsville. 8:6 / 7:7 rotating day/night roster, great team and strong pathway to permanent.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

2d ago

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