Excavator Operators for hire in Mackay, Queensland
Find excavator operators who expertly manage heavy machinery to dig, lift, and move materials while demonstrating skills in safety protocols, machine maintenance, and efficient site management. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Mackay, Queensland to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills7%Leadership6%Time Management6%Education level
Vocational or technical training42%High school diploma or GED37%Bachelor's degree21%Years of experience
Less than a year4%3-5 years12%6-10 years20%Current company
BHPACA DAWSON ANGLOAdvanced Alarms Mackay, Mackay Certificate III & IV in BusinessTime at current job
Less than a year18%1-2 years14%2-5 years25%
Browse Indeed's database of 61 profiles for Excavator Operators in Mackay, Queensland
Last updated: 25 July 2026
Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Mackay, Queensland: $137,401 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $107,328 – $175,901 yearly
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Diesel Technician
Mackay, Queensland
Licenses & certifications
HC LicenceDogging TicketEWP TicketForklift LicenceSkills
Customer ServiceMaintenanceCash HandlingLeadershipDrivingOrganisational SkillsBoilermaker
Mackay, Queensland
Licenses & certifications
Forklift LicenceWHALEBACK WORKSHOP, NEWMAN 6753, PILBARA.
Bucasia, Queensland
Skills
Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelTime ManagementCommunication SkillsWork Safely at HeightsTraining & DevelopmentDigger Operator
Mackay, Queensland
Skills
LeadershipManagementTraining & DevelopmentContinuous ImprovementMentoringMobile Plant Operator
Bucasia, Queensland
Skills
Time ManagementTeam ManagementRobotic welder operator
Mackay, Queensland
Skills
Engineering
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What's the average time to fill an excavator operator role?
The average time to fill an excavator operator role is 5 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do excavator operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an excavator operator include: communication skills, leadership and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for an excavator operator?
Common licenses or certifications for excavator operators include: White Card, Driver Licence and HR Licence.
What are some job titles related to excavator operators?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to excavator operators include: plant operator/labourer, digger operator and mobile plant operator.
What level of education is common for an excavator operator?
Vocational or technical training is the most common level of education for an excavator operator in Mackay, Queensland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an excavator operator?
Most excavator operators have 24 years of professional experience.
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