HC Operator / Labourer – Dredging Project
- 2:1 Roster, 12-Hour Dayshifts
- $58 p/h flat rate
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Location:
Groote Eylandt

About the Role
WorkPac is seeking reliable, safety-focused HC Operators / Labourers for an upcoming dredging project on Groote Eylandt. These positions will suit hardworking candidates with a current Heavy Combination (HC) licence who are confident operating heavy vehicles and undertaking general labouring duties in a hands-on project environment. Candidates with experience in civil construction, mining, earthworks, dredging or other heavy industry environments are encouraged to apply. The successful candidates will be comfortable working as part of a team, assisting with daily project activities and carrying out labouring duties as required.

Key Responsibilities

- Operate HC trucks safely and efficiently in accordance with site procedures
- Undertake general labouring duties to support dredging and earthworks operations
- Assist with loading, unloading and moving materials and equipment
- Support site personnel with general project activities and daily tasks
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area
- Complete pre-start inspections and report equipment faults or safety concerns
- Follow site procedures, safety requirements and instructions from supervisors
- Assist with additional duties as required to support project operations What You Will Need
- Current HC licence
- Previous experience operating heavy vehicles in a civil construction, mining,



earthworks or similar environment
- Experience undertaking general labouring duties in a hands-on project workplace
- Ability and willingness to perform physical labour and assist with various site tasks
- Current driver's licence, with validity subject to verification
- Ability to pass the required medical
- Ability to complete all required site inductions
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Reliable, flexible and able to work effectively within a team
- Good communication skills and a proactive approach to work What's In It For You?
- Opportunity to work on a major dredging project
- 2:1 roster – two weeks on, one week off
- 12-hour dayshifts only
- Opportunity to gain experience on a major civil and earthworks project
- Work alongside experienced construction and dredging teams
- Variety of HC driving and hands-on labouring duties Role Details
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Location:
Groote Eylandt
- Project: Dredging Project
- Project Duration: November until potentially June 2026
- Roster: 2 weeks on, 1 week off (2:1)
- Hours: 12-hour dayshifts only
- Flights: Brisbane, Cairns and Darwin departures only at this stage, pending site confirmation Apply Now Interested in joining the team? Click the apply button or contact: Zoe Loftus Recruitment Coordinator Team Leader | WorkPac Industrial WA Phone: [+61 8 6462 1190](tel:+61 8 6462 1190) Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) Job Order Number: D.
INDJ2026151813

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