FIFO HC Driver/ Labourer

WorkPac Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2:1 roster

12-hour dayshifts

Flights from Brisbane/Cairns/Darwin (T

Job summary

WorkPac Group on Groote Eylandt is seeking HC Operators / Labourers for a major dredging project. The role requires a current HC licence and the ability to operate heavy vehicles in a hands-on civil/mining environment. You will work as part of a team performing labouring tasks and supporting daily project activities.

There is a 2:1 roster with 12-hour dayshifts. Brisbane, Cairns and Darwin departures may apply, depending on site confirmation.

Qualifications

• Current HC licence
• Experience operating heavy vehicles in civil construction/mining/earthworks
• Experience performing general labouring duties in a hands-on project environment
• Ability to perform physical labour and assist site tasks
• Current driver’s licence and ability to pass medical
• Ability to complete site inductions and maintain safety standards
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Reliable, flexible and able to work in a team

Responsibilities

• Operate HC trucks safely and efficiently according to site procedures
• Undertake general labouring duties to support dredging and earthworks operations
• Assist with loading, unloading and moving materials and equipment
• Support site personnel with daily tasks and project activities
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area
• Complete pre-start inspections and report faults or safety concerns
• Follow site procedures and supervisor instructions
• Assist with additional duties to support project operations

Job description

2:1 Roster, 12-Hour Dayshifts

$58 p/h flat rate

Location: Groote Eylandt

About the Role

WorkPac is seeking reliable, safety-focused HC Operators / Labourers for an upcoming dredging project on Groote Eylandt.

These positions will suit hardworking candidates with a current Heavy Combination (HC) licence who are confident operating heavy vehicles and undertaking general labouring duties in a hands-on project environment.

Candidates with experience in civil construction, mining, earthworks, dredging or other heavy industry environments are encouraged to apply. The successful candidates will be comfortable working as part of a team, assisting with daily project activities and carrying out labouring duties as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate HC trucks safely and efficiently in accordance with site procedures
• Undertake general labouring duties to support dredging and earthworks operations
• Assist with loading, unloading and moving materials and equipment
• Support site personnel with general project activities and daily tasks
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area
• Complete pre-start inspections and report equipment faults or safety concerns
• Follow site procedures, safety requirements and instructions from supervisors
• Assist with additional duties as required to support project operations

What You Will Need

• Current HC licence
• Previous experience operating heavy vehicles in a civil construction, mining, earthworks or similar environment
• Experience undertaking general labouring duties in a hands-on project environment
• Ability and willingness to perform physical labour and assist with various site tasks
• Current driver's licence, with validity subject to verification
• Ability to pass the required medical
• Ability to complete all required site inductions
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Reliable, flexible and able to work effectively within a team
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to work

What's In It For You?

• Opportunity to work on a major dredging project
• 2:1 roster - two weeks on, one week off
• 12-hour dayshifts only
• Opportunity to gain experience on a major civil and earthworks project
• Work alongside experienced construction and dredging teams
• Variety of HC driving and hands-on labouring duties
• Location: Groote Eylandt
• Project: Dredging Project
• Project Duration: November until potentially June 2026
• Roster: 2 weeks on, 1 week off (2:1)
• Hours: 12-hour dayshifts only
• Flights: Brisbane, Cairns and Darwin departures only at this stage, pending site confirmation

Zoe Loftus

Recruitment Coordinator Team Leader | WorkPac Industrial WA