AWCON is a rapidly growing Australian civil construction contractor delivering complex projects across the mining and heavy industry sectors. With a proven track record delivering projects valued from $1M to $100M+, we partner with Tier 1 clients on major projects throughout Australia.
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With offices and projects spanning every state of Australia, AWCON offers the opportunity to build a long-term career working on diverse and challenging projects across the country.
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With a strong pipeline of upcoming works and continued national growth, we are seeking experienced Franna Operator to join our team in Orange, NSW.
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The Opportunity
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This is a residential-only opportunity with potential for a 7:7 or 14:7 roster (project dependent), offering a genuine balance of dynamic underground work and scheduled time off.
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Please note: this role does not offer fly-in fly-out or drive-in drive-out arrangements, and applicants must be based in or around Orange, NSW, or willing to relocate at their own expense.
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What You'll Be Responsible For
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- Operating a Franna crane safely in an underground mining environment
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- Lifting and moving equipment, materials and supplies around site
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- Working closely with dogman/riggers and the wider crew to plan safe lifts
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- Doing pre-start checks on your machine and reporting any faults
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- Following underground site rules, traffic management and safety procedures at all times
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- Keeping your work area safe and tidy
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- Letting your supervisor know about any issues on site
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What You'll Bring
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- Solid experience operating a Franna crane, ideally underground or in mining
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- Current Franna/Crane ticket (C6 or above)
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- Good understanding of lifting and rigging basics
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- Comfortable working underground
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- Being a valuable team player
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- A genuine focus on doing things safely
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- Ability to pass a medical check and police check
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- A current driver's licence (HR preferred)
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Nice to have:
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- High Risk Work Licence (dogging or rigging)
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- Underground mining induction or experience
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- Experience operating other plant as well
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Why Join AWCON?
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- A solid balance of work and time off
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- Working for an ISO-accredited company
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- All PPE and uniforms providedThe chance to work on big projects with great clients
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- A 12-month contract with genuine long-term potential
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AWCON is proud to be a Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.
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Note – successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening and police clearance.