Australia, Weipa
Fulltime: 84 hrs a week
Experience: 2-4 Years
Education Level: Vocational School
Mining
Closing: August 16, 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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Since 1975, our mission has always been to connect specialists to exciting career opportunities, to support the development of these careers, and to offer fair and equal employment. This has enabled us to create a truly sustainable and durable business model. Having a passion for people and caring deeply for the environment is not only part of Brunel’s DNA but is also reflected in our culture and values. As a global company, we take our social responsibility very seriously.

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Callum Down

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