Love boating, fishing and camping? Make the most of your time off in the stunning Karratha region! Join our team and enjoy a local roster that gives you the opportunity to balance rewarding work with the outdoor lifestyle you love.

THE OPPORTUNITY

PLI are seeking an experienced Crane Operator to join the Rio Tinto Cranes and Transport Department, Cape Lambert, for an immediate commencement on a 5:5:4 shift roster, at Cape Lambert.

This is a local position and candidates will need to reside in Karratha, Dampier, Wickham, Point Samon or surrounding areas. Employees based in Karratha or Dampier are required to stay at camp during their swing with accommodation and meals provided.

ABOUT YOU

- Min 5 years’ experience as a CO with experience in Liebherr.
- Min 5 years’ experience in a mining / resources industry will be highly regarded
- Able to work autonomously as well in a team
- Able to follow instructions and show initiative
- Ensure that the highest Safety Standards are met for the yard and its employees
- Focused on maintaining a clean and safe working environment as well as continuous improvement and conducting all work in accordance with quality and ISO standards
- Safety and process-focused, and willing to input and continually improve the process

REQUIREMENTS

- Proof of right to work in Australia (mandatory)
- Current Australian (HR) Drivers Licence (mandatory)
- Valid High Risk Work Licence (mandatory)
- Minimum RI and CO qualification (mandatory)
- WAH (highly desirable)
- Demonstrate First Fire Attack (mandatory)
- White Card (mandatory)
- Rio Tinto Inductions (highly desired)
- Ability to gain access to Rio Tinto sites (mandatory)
- Excellent attitude to safety




- Adaptable attitude to work within all our crews and to assist with other duties outside your scope
- Successful applicant is required to pass a pre-employment medical assessment including a drug and alcohol screening test.

WHATS ON OFFER:

- Fulltime Position
- Highly desired 5:5:4 roster
- Local Living Allowance
- Annual Upskilling Perks
- Employee Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth Program
- PLI Rewards and Recognition Program

ABOUT RIO TINTO

Rio Tinto operates the worlds largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets. These assets include a world-class, integrated network of 17 iron ore mines, four port facilities, a 2,000 kilometer rail network and related infrastructure. Rio Tinto are expanding operations in the Pilbara to epic proportions while introducing next generation technologies to deliver greater efficiency, lower production costs and improved health, safety and environmental performance.

Rio Tinto is one of the world’s leading producer and exporter of iron ore.

TO APPLY

- Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.
- Apply via the link, completing the application form with your resume (including any relevant qualification / certificates / licenses / tickets), demonstrating your experience and its relation to the criteria above.
- Candidates represented by agencies will not be considered for this position.

Powerlift Industries are an equal opportunity employer and encourage people of all ages, identities, abilities and cultures including First Nations and Torres Strait Island people to apply.

If you possess a positive attitude, work well within a team, please contact us to be considered for the role immediately. For further enquiries, contact PLI on 9185 3286 or [email protected].

📌 Crane Operator I Rio Tinto I Cape Lambert (Karratha)
🏢 Powerlift Industries
📍 Karratha