Excavator / Remote Dredge Operator

Drd Group; Western Australia; Remote; AUD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8/6 FIFO roster

12-hour days

Ongoing project opportunities

Job summary

DRD Group is seeking experienced Excavator Operators and Remote Dredge Operators to support mining operations across WA's Goldfields & Pilbara regions. This is a FIFO role with a 8:6 roster and 12-hour days, offering ongoing project opportunities.

You will operate a 23-tonne long-reach excavator with a dredge attachment, supporting dredging, dewatering and water management across WA mine sites. A hands-on crew environment emphasizes safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Current Excavator Operator ticket.
• Proven excavator operating experience.
• Mining or civil operating experience.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work effectively within a small team.
• Willingness to pass pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screening.
• Clean National Police Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators for dredging and dewatering operations.
• Assist with remote dredging activities.
• Handle, position and relocate pumps, hoses and pipework.
• Move and set up equipment across site.
• Assist with general site duties and operational activities.
• Work collaboratively with the crew to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Adhere to all site safety procedures and requirements.

Skills

Excavator ops

Dredging

Safety focus

Team player

Pre-employment screening

Tools

Telehandler ticket

HR Driver's Licence

Pumping systems

Job description

DRD Group is currently seeking experienced Excavator Operators / Remote Dredge Operators to join a specialist pumping and dredging contractor supporting mining operations across Western Australia's Goldfields & Pilbara regions.
This is a great opportunity for skilled operators seeking ongoing FIFO work across multiple mine sites, working within an experienced and supportive team.

What's on Offer

• Pay Rate:$60 per hour flat rate
• Roster: 8:6 FIFO
• Hours: 12-hour days
• Location: Goldfields & Pilbara, WA
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing project opportunities
• Opportunity to work across multiple mining projects with an established crew

About the Role

The position involves operating a 23-tonne long-reach excavator fitted with a dredge attachment, supporting dredging, dewatering and water management activities across WA mine sites.
Working as part of a small, hands-on crew, your responsibilities will include:

• Operating excavators for dredging and dewatering operations.
• Assisting with remote dredging activities.
• Handling, positioning and relocating pumps, hoses and pipework.
• Moving and setting up equipment across site.
• Assisting with general site duties and operational activities.
• Working collaboratively with the crew to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Adhering to all site safety procedures and requirements.

This is a hands-on, team-focused role. Successful candidates must be willing to step outside the excavator and assist with general site activities whenever required.

Essential Requirements

• Current Excavator Operator ticket.
• Proven excavator operating experience.
• Previous mining or civil operating experience.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work effectively within a small team.
• Willingness to assist with general site duties.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening.
• Clean National Police Clearance.

Highly Regarded

• Previous dewatering, dredging or water management experience.
• Experience operating long-reach excavators.
• Exposure to pumping systems, hoses and pipework.
• Telehandler ticket.
• Dogging (DG) ticket.
• HR Driver's Licence.
• Additional mobile plant operating tickets.

Previous remote dredging experience is not essential. Operators with strong excavator experience and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for reliable, hardworking and adaptable operators who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of a team.
You will be joining a close-knit crew where everyone pitches in, so a positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to help others are just as important as your operating skills.