Posted 29d ago

Excavator Operators - $70 Per Hour - 2/2 Roster

Fetch Recruitment Darwin NT

Contract Full time
Similar jobs pay ~$138k

Key points we found

  • Excavator Operators needed for a new gold mine project in Central NT.
  • FIFO from Darwin with a 2/2 roster, offering $70 per hour.
  • Minimum 3 years experience required operating large heavy machinery.

Excavator Operators (Production) 
FIFO Ex Perth - 2/1 - Days + Nights
$68 - $70 Per Hour (12.5 Hour days PAID) + Super + Weekly Pay
Multiple Roles Available 

Fetch Mining Services are seeking Production Excavator Operators for a BRAND NEW Gold Mine Central NT FIFO From Darwin commencing ASAP.

This is a great opportunity to be a part of a an exciting new project from the ground up.

Our client offers excellent pay, conditions, long term secure work and the opportunity for progression and development on to other machinery.

Whats On Offer:

  • 2/2 Famiyl Friendly Roster - Days + Nights 
  • FIFO From Darwin Airport
  • START NOW !
  • $68 -$70 Per Hour (12.5 Hour Days Paid)
  • Operating 1200s, 1900s, 2600s + PC1250
  • Production Digger role - loading out 777 and 785s 
  • Long Term secure work with permanency on offer after 3 months 
  • ASAP Starts - be on site as early as next week 
  • Work for an well established mining company on a brand new project (gold mine)
  • Opportunities for professional development and progression 

  Experience Required:

  • Minimum 3 years experience as a Production Digger Operator
  • Experience Operating 1200, 1250, 1900, 2600s
  • Clean Police Clearance and Drivers Licence 
  • Site based experience essential must have experience on large heavy machinery
  • Experience in a fast paced high volume production Digger Op role working towards production targets 
  • Ability to work well with others and have a good attitude
  • NT Candidates only - medcial to be completed in Darwin


Additional Requirements:

  • Must be able to pass a pre employment medical and drug and alcohol screen 
  • Must have a great attitude and willingness to learn
  • Must be able to complete online inductions 
  • Will need 2 recent contactable references 
  • Must be able to commence ASAP 
  • Full Australian Working Rights - no sponsorship 

How to Apply:

If you wish to be considered for this role please click the 'apply now' button ASAP or send an up to date cv to [email protected]

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Skills
ADAPTABLE
AUSTRALIAN WORKING RIGHTS
EXCAVATOR OPERATION
Heavy Machinery Maintenance and Safety
Heavy Machinery Operation
Loading Out 777 and 785s
Online Inductions
Operating 1200s, 1250s, 1900s, 2600s, PC1250
Pre-employment medical and drug screen
Production Digger Operation
References
STRONG WORK ETHIC
TEAMWORK
WILLINGNESS TO LEARN

Perks & benefits
SUPERANNUATION
Weekly Pay

More details
Expiring date
3 May 2026
Date posted
30 Mar 2026
Category
Mining & Energy
Occupation
Production
Contract type
Contract
Work type
Full time
Job mode
On-the-road
Industry
Mining
Sector
Privately held company

Fetch Recruitment

Not for profit / Charity
Pay insights
Market average based on all Excavator Operator jobs in Darwin NT
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$138k
Market average
$84k
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Market average
$70k
$138k
Actual pay is not disclosed by the employer

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