Job Details

Excavator and Plant Operators - Drainage

About the Opportunity

Our client, a respected family-owned business with a strong reputation in civil works, is seeking skilled Leading Hand Drainers, Drainers and Excavator Operators to join their team on a major infrastructure project in Port Hedland, WA.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to critical drainage works while working with a company that values safety, quality, and the local community.

Project Details

Scope: Pit and Pipe Installation - Car Dumper Drainage

Location: Port Hedland, WA

Duration: Approx 3 months

Roster: FIFO 2 weeks on / 1 week off (2&1), 11-hour shifts

Accommodation provided

Start Date: Targeting October 10, 2025

Roles & Pay Rates

Excavator Operators (3 roles): $62.14 - $69.05 p/h

General Plant Operators (4 roles): $57.31 - $61.14

Drainage Labourer (3 roles) $50.29 - $55.24

Key Responsibilities

Install stormwater drainage systems, pits and piping

Interpret and work from plans and drawings

Supervise and assist with trench excavation and pipe installation

What We're Looking For - Experience & Skills

Proven experience in drainage, sewer and stormwater installation

Strong understanding of pipe bedding, laying and alignment (pipe laying qualification highly regarded)

Skilled in heavy machinery operations, including:

Excavators (trenching and placement)

Loaders, Tippers, Skid Steers, Rollers

Competent with laser levels for accurate grade and level installation

Experience installing precast concrete units (manholes, pits, etc.)

Tickets & Licenses

Excavator Operator - Excavator/ Loader/ HR/ Crane (CN)

General Plant Operator - Loader/ HR/ Watercart/ Rollert

Drainage Labourer - Dogman

Mobilisation & Onboarding

BHP Inductions required (company can assist if not held)

Full medical to be arranged and booked by the company

Mobilisation timeframe: typically 2-4 weeks, but may be as quick as 1 week

To register your interest, APPLY today!