The Company

Sherlock Contracting is a proudly Indigenous-owned business based in Western Australia, offering high-quality contracting services across a variety of sectors, including Energy, Mining, Industrial, Defence, and Social Infrastructure. We deliver cost-competitive, agile, and innovative solutions to our clients while contributing to community initiatives. Our commitment to fostering local employment, enhancing supply chain diversity, and making a positive impact on the communities in which we operate drives everything we do.

As we continue to grow, we’re seeking passionate professionals to join our team and help drive our mission forward.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced and motivated Mining Operators across a range of operational roles to support our mining projects and growing workforce.

We have opportunities available for operators with experience across various types of mobile plant and mining equipment. Whether you are a specialist operator or multi-skilled across multiple machines, we want to hear from you!

Opportunities may include, but are not limited to:

- Dump Truck Operators
- Excavator Operators
- Dozer Operators
- Grader Operators
- Loader Operators
- Watercart Operators
- Integrated Tool Carriers (ITC) Operators
- Service Truck Operators
- Multi-skilled Mining Operators

Skills and Experience

Mandatory Requirements





- Demonstrated experience working in remote mine-site civil setting such as bulk earthworks, trenching, pad and platform construction, road formation, slope trimming, embankments, rock breaking and removal, backfilling and compaction support
- RIIMPO320F – Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations certification

- White Card (Construction Induction)
- HR Class Driver’s Licence (preferred)
- Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
- Immediate availability with the ability to mobilise as required
- Able to work a 2:1 roster, 12 hour days
- Point of hire – From Perth ONLY

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

- Experience operating other plant such as Loaders, Graders, or Rollers
- HR Licence
- High Risk Work Licence
- BHP site induction

What We Offer

- Excellent hourly rates
- A strong pipeline of FIFO and Perth-based projects
- Genuine career development and progression opportunities
- A supportive and inclusive team culture
- Diverse, ongoing work across Western Australia

As an Indigenous-owned business, we actively encourage women, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, to apply. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

📌 2:1 FIFO Operators I Excellent Hourly Rates (Perth Airport)
🏢 Sherlock Contracting Group
📍 Perth Airport