Australia, Weipa
Fulltime: 84 hrs a week
Experience: 2-4 Years
Education Level: Vocational School
Mining
Closing: 16 August 2025

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Introduction

What are you going to do 

Brunel is seeking experienced Heavy Machinery Operators to join the Haul Roads Project in Weipa. Successful candidates will operate Dozers, Excavators (Diggers), and Moxy Tippers to support earthworks, road construction, and material hauling. This is a FIFO role with flights provided from Brisbane or Cairns on a 2/1 roster.

  • Safely operate Dozers, Excavators, and Moxy Tippers to perform earthmoving, grading, and hauling tasks.

  • Conduct pre-start inspections and report any equipment defects or maintenance needs.

  • Follow project plans to ensure accurate cut/fill, levelling, and compaction of haul roads.

  • Work closely with ground crew and survey teams to meet construction specifications.

  • Adhere to safety protocols, including speed limits, load limits, and site traffic management.

  • Assist with loading/unloading materials and coordinating with dump trucks as required.

  • Maintain clean and efficient worksites, ensuring compliance with environmental controls.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • RII Tickets (Mandatory) for:

    • Dozer (e.g., RIIMPO323E - Conduct dozer operations)

    • Excavator (e.g., RIIMPO320F - Conduct excavator operations)

    • Moxy Tipper / Articulated Dump Truck (ADT) (e.g., RIIMPO337E - Conduct articulated haul truck operations)

  • Minimum 2+ years experience operating heavy machinery in mining or civil construction.

  • Ability to interpret construction plans and GPS machine guidance systems (preferred).

  • Coal Board Medical pr ability to obtain - mandatory.

  • HR Driver's Licence (highly regarded).

  • Willingness to work FIFO on a 2/1 roster in remote conditions.

What we offer 

  • Paid FIFO + super + Bonus
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact c.down@brunel.net

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days. 
 

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview. 

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

Do you have questions?

CD

Callum Down

+617 3007 7652

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