Mobile Plant Operator

FMG

Trade

Full Time

The Company

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Join the Civmec Team

This is a great opportunity for a experienced Mobile Plant Operators to join our team working on the Fortescue Decarbonisation project located at Eliwana. Civmec’s scope covers procurement, construction, installation, verification, and commissioning of three main facility groups:

1. Light Mobile Equipment (LME) Charger Facilities

2. Support Mobile Equipment (SME) Charger Facilities

3. Pit Power (PP) Facilities

These positions involve operating large loaders (WA500/966 class), excavators, rollers, articulated dump trucks, HR Vehicles and performing watercart duties as required. The commencement date for this role is 21/05/2026.

The Role

Reporting to the Leading Hand/Supervisor your key responsibilities are:

• Operate large loaders (WA500/966 class) and excavators safely and efficiently for earthworks, trenching and material handling
• Carry out roller operations
• Operate articulated dump trucks and HR vehicles, with occasional watercart duties for dust suppression and road maintenance
• Perform daily machine checks and maintain equipment in good condition
• Support general civil works as required and uphold site safety standards
• Follow quality control systems and techniques
• Housekeeping
• Perform other general duties as required

About You

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Proven experience operating loaders (WA500/966 class), excavators, rollers, ADTs and/or HR vehicles
• Strong understanding of civil construction operations, earthworks, compaction and safe plant movement
• A reliable, safety‑focused work ethic with the ability to work effectively within a team
• A nationally recognised Construction Safety Awareness Card (White Card)
• Previous civil or mining construction experience
• Ability to complete and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug & alcohol screening

Civmec + You

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume’ culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that’s why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff discount scheme gives you discounts on a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle choices. 

How to Apply

Please click the “apply” link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.

Alternatively, for a confidential chat call our Recruitment Team on (08) 6595 5888.

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

We respectfully request no agency submissions.

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