Operator Scraper

Chandler Macleod; Weipa Town; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Superannuation paid on all hours

Roster stability

Job summary

Rio Tinto, in partnership with Chandler Macleod, seeks an experienced Operator Scraper for the Andoom and Amrun Site in Weipa, QLD. This role supports day-to-day mining operations, operating scraper machinery and ensuring safety and efficiency on site.

You will join a safety-focused crew with a 2:1/2:2 roster, FIFO from Brisbane or Cairns, and attractive weekly pay with superannuation on all hours worked. Pre-employment checks apply and opportunities to grow within Rio Tinto’s operations exist.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating scraper machinery or similar heavy equipment.
• Industry experience in mining, construction, or related fields.
• Relevant qualifications/license in heavy machinery operation (if applicable).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills and a dedication to safety.

Responsibilities

• Operating scraper machinery to extract and transport materials efficiently.
• Performing routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Supporting safety protocols and participating in safety meetings.
• Collaborating with team members to optimize workflow.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Technical capability

Education

Heavy machinery operation license

Job description

Operator Scraper

• Competitive hourly pay range + super paid on all hours worked
• 2:1 and 2:2 roster | FIFO from Brisbane or Cairns
• Opportunity working at Rio Tinto at Weipa, QLD

About the Opportunity

Rio Tinto is a global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, producing the materials essential to modern life. Their operations are built on safety, innovation, inclusion, and creating value for communities, customers, and shareholders.

Through Rio Tinto's partnership with Chandler Macleod, we are seeking an experienced Operator Scraper for the Andoom and Amrun Site .

This is a great opportunity to join a safety-focused team working on site with Rio Tinto. You'll work alongside experienced crews, supporting day-to-day operations while contributing to safe and reliable outcomes.

Reporting to the Supervisor

• Operating scraper machinery to extract and transport materials efficiently
• Performing routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Supporting safety protocols and participating in safety meetings
• Collaborating with team members to optimize workflow
• Ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations

About You

• Proven experience operating scraper machinery or similar heavy equipment
• Industry experience in mining, construction, or related fields
• Relevant qualifications/license in heavy machinery operation (if applicable)
• Strong technical capability
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Dedication to safety and quality standards
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and other testing

Incentives & Bonuses

• Eligible new hires can receive up to $1,500, paid as $500 following the completion of the 1st, 2nd, and 4th roster cycles. Existing workers, internal transfers, and redeployments are not eligible.
• Existing operators on Weipa Self Perform Projects can refer candidates into eligible vacancies. The referral bonus is up to $1,500 - $500 once the referred operator completes their 2nd roster cycle and $1,000 if they remain employed through practical completion in May 2027. Both parties must remain actively employed at the applicable milestone.

Why Join Chandler Macleod?

• Competitive hourly pay range paid weekly
• Superannuation paid on all hours worked
• Consistent roster and work-life balance
• Opportunity to gain experience with Rio Tinto
• Dedicated Chandler Macleod support team
• Access to future opportunities across Rio Tinto operations

Diversity & Inclusion

Everyone is welcome at Chandler Macleod. We believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives and inclusive teams. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, females, neurodiverse people, people living with disability, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. Together, we're creating workplaces where people feel they belong, can be themselves, and have the opportunity to thrive.