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Riggers and Crane Operators - Bowen Basin Shutdowns

Mining, Resources & Energy / Other

Posted 08/06/2026
Closes 22/06/2026

East Mackay, 4740, Mackay, Queensland

Casual

Not specified

 EXPERIENCED RIGGERS and CRANE OPERATORS – BOWEN BASIN SHUTDOWNS

All levels of experience considered | Ongoing Shutdown Pipeline

Volley Recruit are seeking experienced Riggers and Crane Operators for upcoming shutdowns, ongoing work across multiple Bowen Basin mine sites and interstate work.

These roles are ideal for Operators and Riggers looking to lock in consistent shutdown work with a recruitment team that has projects running not only throughout Queensland, but also across SA, WA and NSW throughout the year.

While the immediate focus is Bowen Basin shutdowns, successful operators also have opportunities to move into other shutdown projects across Australia as they become available.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive pay rates based on experience, site and shifts
  • Ongoing shutdown opportunities on Tier-1 sites across the Bowen Basin
  • Access to future shutdown work across QLD, SA, WA & NSW
  • Safe working environments and strong site support
  • Long-term opportunities for reliable operators
  • Awesome work/life balance

Requirements

  • High Risk Work Licence 
  • Proven experience rigging and operating cranes
  • Experience within mining, shutdowns or crane hire
  • Strong safety focus and commitment to site compliance
  • Reliable, flexible and team-oriented attitude
  • Coal Board Medical
  • Standard 11
  • Bowen Basin inductions highly regarded

Why Work with Volley Recruit?

Volley Recruit is a specialist labour hire and recruitment agency supporting Australia’s mining, construction and heavy industry sectors.

We focus on:

  • Consistent shutdown pipelines
  • Reliable communication
  • Supporting good operators long term
  • Matching the right crews to the right sites

If you’re tired of chasing one-off shutdowns and want access to ongoing work across multiple projects and states, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now with your updated resume.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by our recruitment team to begin the onboarding process.

Applications open to:

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