Mobile Plant Operator

Www.chandlermacleod.com; City Of Karratha; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential role in Karratha

8 days on 6 days off roster

Dayshift only

Competitive remuneration

Stable, long-term opportunity

Work on critical infrastructure •-"?"

Job summary

Chandler Macleod in Western Australia seeks a Mobile Plant Operator for a residential role based in Karratha. You will maintain access roads along a rail corridor and operate heavy machinery across multiple sites, with a focus on safety and quality.

This role offers an 8 days on, 6 days off roster, dayshift only, and a supportive team culture on critical infrastructure projects. You must reside in the Karratha area and hold Australian working rights.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience operating heavy machinery.
• HR license or HC Driver’s Licence highly desirable.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and collaboration.
• Ability to relocate between project sites and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain and rehabilitate access roads along the rail corridor.
• Float and relocate equipment between project sites.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and basic equipment checks.
• Identify and report maintenance requirements.
• Work with supervisors to deliver project outcomes.
• Adhere to safety procedures and site standards.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Safety-conscious

Teamwork & communication

Independent work

Education

HR license or HC Driver’s Licence

Tools

CAT Graders

Rollers

Watercarts

Loaders

Heavy Combination Trucks

Job description

Mobile Plant Operator Residential Opportunity | Karratha | 8 Days On, 6 Days Off

Keep Critical Infrastructure Moving Are you an experienced Mobile Plant Operator looking for a rewarding role where your skills make a real impact?

We are seeking motivated and safety-focused operators to join our team supporting the maintenance of vital access roads along a major rail corridor in the Pilbara. Based in Karratha, this residential position offers an excellent opportunity to work with a variety of heavy machinery while contributing to the safe and efficient movement of people, equipment, and resources across critical infrastructure.

If you take pride in operating machinery safely, working as part of a reliable team, and delivering high-quality outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

What’s on Offer?

• Residential role based in Karratha
• Family-friendly 8 days on, 6 days off roster
• Dayshift only
• Competitive remuneration
• Stable, long-term opportunity
• Work on critical infrastructure projects
• Supportive team culture focused on safety and collaboration

About the Role

As a Mobile Plant Operator, you will play a key role in maintaining access roads throughout the rail corridor, ensuring road conditions remain safe and operational for daily use.

Working across multiple sites, you’ll be responsible for operating a range of heavy equipment while maintaining high safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain and rehabilitate access roads along the rail corridor.
• Float and relocate equipment between project sites as required.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and basic equipment checks.
• Identify and report maintenance requirements.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members to deliver project outcomes.
• Adhere to all safety procedures, site standards, and operational requirements.

Essential Skills & Experience

We’re Looking For Candidates With:

• Proven experience operating heavy machinery in construction, civil, mining, or infrastructure environments.
• Experience operating:
  • CAT Graders
  • Rollers
  • Watercarts
  • Loaders
  • Heavy Combination Trucks
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage changing priorities.
• Minimum HR license or HC Driver’s Licence is highly desirable.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience maintaining access roads and haul roads.
• Additional plant operating tickets, licences, or certifications.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance and minor equipment repairs.
• Experience working in remote infrastructure, rail, mining, or civil environments.

To Be Successful, You Will Have

• Minimum 2 years’ experience operating heavy machinery.
• Current driver’s licence and relevant operating competencies.
• A strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• A commitment to safe work practices.
• The ability to work a residential roster in Karratha.
• Flexibility to travel between sites and relocate equipment when required.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just an operating role. It’s an opportunity to be part of a team responsible for maintaining the infrastructure that keeps operations moving every day. You’ll work with modern equipment, experienced professionals, and a team that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

*Please note: to be successful you must be residing in the Karratha area permanently - this is not a FIFO role. You must also hold Full Permanent Australian Working Rights to be considered.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.