FIFO – Civil Operator

Mobile Plant Operators – 3/1 FIFO | Civil Mining Projects

• Project kicking off Mid August | 4 Crews Required | 3/1 Roster
• Direct Permanent Hire With A Leading Civil Contractor
• Work Alongside A Great Crew In A Strong Team Environment

Earthworks & Pipelines – Rio Site Project

About The Role

* Operate a variety of mobile plant across earthworks and pipeline projects in a civil mining environment
* Work alongside polywelders to support large-scale construction activities
* Plant includes:
  - Excavators (20-50T)
  - Front end Loaders (CAT 966 / WA500)
  - Graders, Moxys, Watercarts, Rollers (please note you must be proficient on a grader, loader or excavator for a moxy/water cart/ roller position)

* Be flexible and willing to operate multiple machines as required – all-rounder/ancillary operators highly valued
* Final trim experience is highly regarded
* Permanent from day one under a fixed-task, project-based assignment
* Located in Newman on a consistent 3/1 FIFO roster

Whats on Offer?

This is a full-time role offered on a fixed-task contract, tied to the delivery of a significant, high-profile project.

You’ll be employed directly with us, with full-time hours, leave entitlements, and job security for the life of the project – all while contributing to a career-defining build.

The offer:

• Full-time, secure role tied to a long-term project
• Opportunity to work on [insert project highlight – e.g., “a major infrastructure upgrade in WA”]
• All leave and entitlements as per a permanent contract
• Supportive team, strong safety culture, and career-building experience
• Contract ends on project completion – no ambiguity or short-term casual gig

Roster & Hours

* 3/1 FIFO roster
* 10.5-hour workdays (paid as 12 hours)
* 7-hour Sundays
* FIFO travel: AM/AM or PM/PM flights
* Paid 12 hours if flying home on PM flight (same applies in reverse when flying to site on AM flight)**

Skills & Experience

* Experience operating a range of civil mobile plant
* Ability and willingness to jump across various machines as needed
* Final trim capability highly desirable
* Must pass full pre-employment medical & drug and alcohol screen
* Current Police Clearance (within 6 months) preferred

Culture

* Strong safety-first approach across all worksites
* Flexible and supportive team environment
* Operators are respected, supported, and treated as more than just a number

Benefits

* Permanent role from day one – full entitlements and job security
* Paid for 12 hours per day, including shorter shifts and travel days
* Long-term, well-managed project
* Quality camp facilities provided

ABOUT US

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How to apply

A highly attractive rate is on offer for these roles.
Successful candidates will be required to attend an interview in Subiaco.
Immediate starts available.
Click Apply Now or send your resume to henry@zenithsearch.com to discuss further.
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📞 For more information, contact Henry on 0483 924 460