Crane Operator – Major Shutdowns (FIFO 8/6)

Rio Tinto; Shire Of East Pilbara; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Annual incentive program

Private health insurance

Share ownership plan

Insurance cover

Salary packaging options

Education assistance

Wellbeing support

Generous leave entitlements

Employee discounts

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Rio Tinto is seeking multiple Crane Operators to support its Major Works team across Pilbara shutdowns and maintenance campaigns. You will operate Franna, slew and other mobile cranes, perform lifts per plan, and work with supervisors and contractors to ensure safe, efficient delivery.

We value safety, teamwork and continuous improvement. A HR/MC license and Rigging ticket are preferred, with ongoing training and benefits offered in a permanent Rio Tinto role.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience operating mobile cranes within mining, shutdowns, construction or heavy industry environments.
• Current High Risk Work Licence with crane tickets and Rigging ticket.
• Experience operating Franna cranes and slew cranes.
• Forklift licence and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and compliance with Rio Tinto standards.
• Operate cranes including Franna, slew and larger mobile cranes during shutdowns and maintenance.
• Perform lifts per lift plans and site requirements; assist with rigging.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations and contractor teams to execute planned work.
• Support shutdowns and breakdown responses as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and safe work practices.

Skills

Mobile crane ops

Franna & slew cranes

Safety compliance

Rigging ticket

Forklift licence

Teamwork

Shutdown environment

Communication

HR Licence

MC Licence desirable

Tools

SAP

Job description

Rio Tinto is seeking multiple Crane Operators to support its Major Works team across Pilbara shutdowns and maintenance campaigns. You will operate Franna, slew and other mobile cranes, perform lifts per plan, and work with supervisors and contractors to ensure safe, efficient delivery.

We value safety, teamwork and continuous improvement. A HR/MC license and Rigging ticket are preferred, with ongoing training and benefits offered in a permanent Rio Tinto role.