Hi Rail Excavator Operator
Roster:
FIFO ex.
Perth or Local to Port Hedland
Location:
Port Hedland
Employment Type:
Casual
About the role:
Cat5 Rail is currently seeking experienced
Hi Rail Excavator Operators
to support our rail operations across the Pilbara region, WA.
As a proudly
family-owned business
with operations spanning
Australia and New Zealand
, we offer excellent career prospects, a supportive team culture, and the opportunity to work on major rail infrastructure projects.
Skills & experience
Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure (or equivalent).
TLIC**** – Operate Road/Rail Vehicle.
Excavator and Loader tickets.
Demonstrated experience operating
Hitachi
and
Liebherr
Hi Rail Excavators.
Valid
HR class driver's licence
(minimum), with no restrictions.
White Card
(Construction Induction) and
Rail Industry Worker (RIW)
card.
Experience working in safety-critical environments and adherence to rail safety protocols.
Physically fit and willing to carry out manual labour tasks as needed.
Able to pass a
Rail Category 1 medical
and ongoing drug & alcohol screening.
Duties & responsibilities
Operate Hi Rail Excavators and road/rail vehicles in a protected and competent manner.
Carry out routine maintenance and safety checks on machinery, tools, and vehicles.
Assist with labouring duties as required on rail maintenance and construction sites.




Maintain a high standard of safety and compliance with project and industry regulations.
Operate a variety of Hi Rail attachments including Tilt Rotator, Rail Threaders, Undercutters, Tamper Heads, Jibs, Buckets, Octopus and Platypus grabs.
Benefits
Upskilling into nationally accredited qualifications
Meals and accommodation for FIFO workers
Supportive safety-first culture
Work with WA's largest mining companies
How to apply:
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Shortlisted candidates will be contacted quickly for a confidential chat.
About Us:
Cat5 Rail is a
100% Australian-owned family business
with over
16 years of experience
delivering high-quality rail services in the Pilbara region.
Our long-standing local presence ensures a deep understanding of the region's unique requirements and challenges, providing our clients with a
reliable and trusted partner
.
We support our valued team with
one of the largest specialist rail plant fleets in the country
and
state-of-the-art workshop facilities
in Port Hedland and Perth, ensuring the highest quality work is delivered
safely and on time
Hourly rate based on your experience – weekly pay!
Use a range of Hi Rail attachments and rail-specific equipment.
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