Tanami, Alice Springs & Central Australia NT

Plant & Machinery Operators (Construction)

Full time

$50 – $60 per hour

lant Operators / General Labourers – FIFO NT & SA Civil Works
Work with a global mining brand | Variety of projects | Ongoing opportunity

Versatile Civil Construction Company is seeking experienced and motivated Plant Operators/General Labourers to join our FIFO operations in the NT and/or Civil Construction Projects across SA. You’ll work on major projects for a global mining client as well as regional civil works, gaining exposure to a wide range of tasks to grow your skills and keep life interesting.

The Roster & Travel

• 2 weeks on / 1 week off roster for NT FIFO operations
• Direct flights to and from the mine are available from Brisbane, Darwin, Perth & Alice Springs (ability to travel to these hubs is required)
• Applicants from other locations across Australia will be considered

Your Role

• Operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment: excavators, dozers, graders, rollers, loaders, water trucks & articulated dump trucks
• Perform pre-starts, routine checks, minor repairs and adjustments
• Support site prep, earthworks and general civil construction tasks
• Complete labouring duties as required
• Work within mine site safety systems, permits, and environmental requirements
• Collaborate with the team to deliver works efficiently and safely

About You

• Minimum 2 years’ experience operating heavy civil construction equipment
• Relevant plant operator tickets/licences (excavator, roller, grader, watercart/ADT etc.)
• Heavy Vehicle Licence (HC preferred)
• Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Strong safety mindset and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work away on roster in a camp environment
• Flexibility to work across NT FIFO and SA civil projects

Highly Regarded (not essential):

• Work Zone Traffic Management ticket
• Additional plant tickets (grader in particular)
• Previous mining or large-scale civil experience

Requirements:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and police check