We are looking for Mobile Plant Operators based in Dampier/Karratha! On an 8/6 days only roster

31st August, 2026

We are seekingmotivated, safety-focused Mobile Plant Operatorsto join our team supporting the maintenance of vital access roads along a major rail corridor in the Pilbara.
Based inKarratha/Dampier, this residential opportunity offers the chance to work across critical infrastructure projects while operating a range of heavy mobile plant. You’ll play an important role in keeping access roads safe, reliable and operational for the movement of people, equipment and resources.
What's on Offer?

- $53–$56 per hour, depending on skills and experience
- Residential position based inKarratha/Dampier
- 8 days on, 6 days off roster
- Dayshift only
- Work oncritical rail infrastructure
- Opportunity to operate a variety of heavy mobile plant
- Supportive team environment focused onsafety, quality and teamwork
- Long-term opportunity for the right candidates

About the Role

As aMobile Plant Operator, you will be responsible for maintaining and rehabilitating access roads throughout the rail corridor, ensuring they remain safe and suitable for daily operations.

You will work across multiple sites and operate a range of heavy machinery, while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and environmental compliance.

You will ideally have experience operating:

- CAT Graders
- Rollers
- Watercarts
- Loaders
- Heavy Combination (HC) Trucks

Key Responsibilities

- Safely and efficiently operate heavy mobile plant and equipment
- Maintain and rehabilitate access roads and haul roads
- Operate machinery across multiple project sites




- Float and relocate equipment between sites as requiredComplete daily pre-start inspections and basic equipment checks
- Identify and report equipment faults and maintenance requirements
- Work closely with supervisors and other team members to achieve project outcomes
- Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and equipment care
- Follow all site safety procedures, environmental requirements and operational standards

About You

We're looking for experienced operators with a solid background incivil, construction, mining or infrastructure environments .

- Minimum2 years' experience operating heavy machinery
- Current driver's licence and relevant plant operating competencies
- HR or HC licence highly desirable
- Previous experience maintaining access roads or haul roads is advantageous
- Experience in civil, mining, rail or remote infrastructure environments
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently and manage changing priorities
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Ability to work a residential 8:6 roster in Karratha/Dampier
- Flexibility to travel between sites and relocate equipment when required

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a team working onimportant Pilbara infrastructure, with a family-friendly roster, dayshift-only work.
You'll be part of a team that valuessafety, reliability, teamwork and quality workmanship, while having the opportunity to operate a variety of heavy equipment across an interesting and varied project.

If you are an experienced Mobile Plant Operator looking for a residential Karratha opportunity with an 8:6 roster, we want to hear from you.

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📌 Mobile Plant Operators - Dampier (Karratha)
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