Final Trim Grader Operator

Red Dust Holdings

Western Australia

Hybrid

AUD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

18 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time employment
Weekly pay with superannuation
Australia-wide flights provided
Operate brand-new CAT 150 graders
Varied civil projects
Long-term career progression
Employee Assistance Program
Be recognised for your work

Job summary

Red Dust Holdings (RDH) invites applications for an experienced Final Trim Grader Operator with GPS/UTS to join our civil construction team on WA projects. You will operate brand-new CAT 150 graders and deliver precise final trim work across Main Roads WA scopes, aerodromes and road upgrades, with safety and quality at the forefront.

Australia-wide flights are provided for suitable candidates. We value reliability, machine care and teamwork; a valid HR licence, RIIMPO324 ticket, White/Blue

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience operating graders in civil construction.
  • Extensive Final Trim experience using GPS/UTS (Trimble or Topcon).
  • Current HR Driver's Licence (minimum).
  • RIIMPO324 Operating Ticket held.
  • White or Blue Construction Induction Card.
  • Satisfactory National Police Clearance.
  • Ability to pass drug and alcohol testing and pre-employment medical.

Responsibilities

  • Operating GPS/UTS-equipped graders to complete high-quality final trim works.
  • Delivering precise batters, pavements, shoulders, drains, intersections and road formations.
  • Working on Main Roads WA and other civil infrastructure projects.
  • Collaborating with experienced civil crews across Regional WA.
  • Completing pre-starts and maintaining equipment to a high standard.
  • Maintaining compliance with site safety and quality requirements.

Skills

Grader operation
GPS/UTS experience
Safety compliance
Heavy equipment operation
Attention to detail

Education

Cert III in Civil Construction
RIIMPO324 Operating Ticket
Construction Induction Card (White/Blue)

Tools

GPS/UTS equipment (Trimble/Topcon)
CAT 150 graders
HR Driver's Licence

Job description

Experienced Final Trim Grader Operator? Join RDH for full-time work on major civil projects, brand new CAT 150 graders & Australia-wide flights.

03rd November, 2026

Final Trim Grader Operator (GPS & UTS) | Civil Construction | Full Time
Hiring Australia-wide (flights included)
Red Dust Holdings (RDH)is a privately owned Civil Construction, Heavy Haulage and Mining Services contractor operating across Regional Western Australia. We deliver a wide range of civil and earthmoving solutions to a diverse client base, supported by a strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork. Our continued growth is driven by our values ofhonesty, integrity and respect,and our focus on building strong relationships with our clients, our people and the communities we work within.
Due to a strong pipeline of work and the addition of five brand new CAT 150 graders to our fleet, we areexpanding our teamand seekingexperienced Final Trim Grader Operatorswith GPS / UTS experience to join us on various projects, including Main Roads WA scopes. If you're looking for stable, full-time employment with a modern fleet, varied civil projects and a company that values its people, we'd love to hear from you.
We're looking for operators who take pride in producing quality work, look after their machines, work well within a crew and have a strong commitment to safety.
In this role, you will deliver precise final trim works using GPS/UTS systems, ensuring all project specifications are achieved with accuracy and efficiency. You will work across detailed scopes including shoulders, intersections, culverts, aerodrome upgrades, and road maintenance, while taking pride in your machine and consistently maintaining a high standard of safety, care, and compliance on every project.
What you'll be doing

  • Operating GPS/UTS-equipped graders to complete high-quality final trim works
  • Delivering precise batters, pavements, shoulders, drains, intersections and road formations
  • Working on Main Roads WA and other civil infrastructure projects
  • Working alongside experienced civil crews across Regional WA
  • Completing pre-starts and maintaining equipment to a high standard
  • Maintaining compliance with all site safety and quality requirements

Skills, Experience and Abilities
  • Minimum 5 years' experience operating graders in civil construction
  • Extensive Final Trim experience using GPS/UTS (Trimble or Topcon)
  • Broad civil construction experience operating various mobile plant
  • Main Roads WA project experience highly regarded
  • Current HR Driver's License (minimum)
  • Relevant Operating Ticket (RIIMPO324)
  • Cert III in Civil Construction (highly regarded)
  • White or Blue Construction Induction Card
  • Strong commitment to safety and compliance
  • Satisfactory National Police Clearance
  • Ability to pass ongoing drug & alcohol testing, thorough pre-employment medical

Why work for Red Dust Holdings?
  • Permanent full-time employment with ongoing secured work
  • Weekly pay with superannuation paid on every hour worked
  • Australia-wide flights provided
  • Operate brand-new CAT 150 graders alongside a modern, well-maintained fleet
  • Varied civil projects including Main Roads WA, road construction, aerodromes and major infrastructure
  • Long-term career progression as the business continues to grow
  • Supportive leadership team that values honesty, respect and integrity
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available for you and your immediate family
  • Be recognised for your work in a privately owned business where you're more than just a number
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