* Mining / Oil & Gas / Utilities
* Engineering & Maintenance
* Blackwater
* Permanent / Full Time
* DIDO only 2 hours from Rockhampton
* 7/7 D/N rotating roster, pay rate $79.23 p/h ($180k annually)
* Genuine career progression opportunities available
Leading Hand – Diesel Fitter | Mining Maintenance
7/7 Roster | $79.23/hr + Super on All Hours | Permanent Opportunity
Ready to take the next step into a leadership role? MacKellar is seeking an experienced Leading Hand to join our maintenance team at the Curragh North operation. This is your chance to step into a hands-on leadership position where you’ll guide a crew, drive safety standards, and keep a high-performing fleet moving.
About the Opportunity:
This permanent role offers a balanced lifestyle roster and the chance to work within a well-established mining operation. You’ll be part of a team that values accountability, teamwork, and delivering reliable results on site.
What You’ll Get:
* Full-time, permanent position from day one
* $79.23 per hour (~$180K package)
* Superannuation paid on all rostered hours
* 7/7 rotating roster (days and nights)
* Camp accommodation, meals, and PPE provided
* Salary packaging options available
* Long-term project stability
* Supportive team environment with strong safety focus
What You’ll Need:
* Trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter or Plant Mechanic
* Demonstrated experience as a Leading Hand or in a supervisory capacity
* Strong background working with heavy mobile plant and mining equipment
* Effective leadership, communication and team coordination skills
* Current S1,2,3 or G1,8,9 (or willingness to obtain)
* Current Standard 11 (or willingness to obtain)
* Valid driver’s licence
At MacKellar Group, we value diversity and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Only applicants with the relevant experience will be shortlisted and contacted.