Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd pride themselves on being a regional employer of choice and giving back to the community by offering new opportunities for Operator Traineeships to grow and develop locals for the future. Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd embraces Diversity and Inclusion and welcomes applications from a diverse range of people.
This is an exciting opportunity to learn how to operate multi-million-dollar equipment while working close to home just 38 kilometres south of Mackay. Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd operates with a name plate capacity of 85 million tonnes per annum exporting coal from Central Queensland to ports around the world. This wouldn’t be possible without great people - people just like you.
MRAEL is partnering with Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd to provide an Operator Traineeship Program to support the growth of locals to join the mining and transport industries. At the end of your Traineeship, you will obtain a Certificate III in Resource Processing, and a Certificate III in Surface Extraction, along with other relevant Mobile Equipment Licences.
The successful candidates will be employed by MRAEL, hosted to Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd and supported by highly qualified employees to gain practical on-the-job experience, whilst undertaking classroom style theory-based training.
MRAEL and DBCT P/L are looking for candidates who are willing to learn, have a positive attitude, are safety conscious and have a keen interest in heavy industry.
Ready to launch your heavy industry career? MRAEL and DBCT P/L are looking for motivated individuals who prioritise safety and want to master new skills in a supportive environment.
DBCT P/L will be holding an assessment centre interview process and candidates need to be available to attend on 08 October 2026
What we are looking for:
Traineeships will commence in Febuary 2027.
DBCT P/L benefits include:
This position is open to applicants looking to enter into the industry. Applicants must be living locally or have confirmed accommodation within the area. Accommodation is not provided for this role.
MRAEL and DBCT P/L are willing to support you through the application process. Please contact us and we can provide assistance.
On the DBCT P/L website are application resources that may assist in writing a cover letter and resume.
Applications close, Sunday 30 August 2026.
What's Next?
STOP!!! Is your application completed? If you fail to provide and complete all details as requested above your application will not be considered.
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