Mobile Plant Operator

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 All Rounder 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

This project Kicked off in January 2026 and offers a 2:1 roster from Perth Airport. This role will see you operates a range of mobile equipment such as Grader, Excavator, Loader, Articulated dump truck & Watertruck. Commencment date of 30/04/2026.

The Role

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

• Operate a variety of civil earthmoving equipment such as graders, excavators, loaders, rollers, articulated dump trucks, and water trucks
• Work closely with survey teams, engineers, and site supervisors to achieve required levels and production targets
• Perform daily pre-start checks, routine maintenance, and ensure all equipment is kept in safe, clean operating condition
• Assist with general civil works including trenching, backfilling, haulage, compaction, and site preparation
• Support trades personnel as required, including labouring, spotting, and other task‑based assistance
• Follow all site safety procedures, quality control systems, and environmental requirements
• Maintain housekeeping standards across work areas
• Perform other duties as directed to support project delivery

About You

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

• Proven experience operating civil construction plant including graders, excavators, loaders, rollers, articulated dump trucks, and water trucks
• Strong understanding of civil construction and finishing requirements
• Reliable, safety focused, and able to work well within a team
• Relevant plant operator tickets and/or VOCs for the machinery you operate
• HR Drivers Licence
• Nationally recognised Construction Safety Awareness Card (White Card)
• Previous construction experience
• Ability to complete and pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen.

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.

Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram for news, updates and career opportunities!