Working on a FIFO roster, you'll be involved in operating long-reach excavators, dredging equipment and pump systems while supporting critical mine site water management and dewatering activities.
This is an excellent opportunity for operators looking to diversify their experience within a growing and highly specialised sector servicing Tier 1 mining clients throughout Western Australia.
What's On Offer?
- FIFO 8:6 roster
- 12-hour shifts
- Up to $60/hr depending on experience
- Ongoing project work across WA mine sites
- Temp-to-perm
- Work with industry-leading dredging and dewatering equipment
- Growing company with strong project pipeline
- Opportunity to develop specialist skills in pumping, dredging and mine water management
- Operate excavators and specialised dredging equipment across mine sites
- Conduct dredging activities within ponds, dams, tailings facilities and process water storage areas
- Operate excavator-mounted pumping systems including slurry and dewatering pumps
- Support dewatering and water transfer operations
- Perform trenching, pipeline installation and pump setup activities
- Complete pre-start inspections and routine equipment checks
- Spot machinery operations around underground services and overhead assets
- Assist with mobilisation, site establishment and project setup activities
- Support maintenance crews and field teams as required
- Maintain strict compliance with mine site safety and environmental requirements
- Previous experience operating excavators within mining, civil or earthworks environments
- Experience working around dewatering, pumping or water management projects highly regarded
- Long-reach excavator experience advantageous
- Experience around tailings dams, ponds, pipelines or slurry systems desirable
- Ability to work autonomously and within a small project team
- Strong safety focus and commitment to following site procedures
- Current C Class Driver's License
- National Police Clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Excavator Ticket / VOC
- White Card
- Telehandler, Skid Steer, Dogging, Rigging (advantageous)
- Working at Heights (preferred)
- Confined Space (preferred)
- HR License (advantageous)
For more information about this opportunity, please click APPLY or contact Melvern on 08 94374400 or via email on melvern.manuksuk@drdgroup.com.au
DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defense, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.
DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages female and Indigenous applicants to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications
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