Rigger

FMS Group; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Referral scheme

Novate leasing

Private Health discounts

Length of Service Recognition awards

Job summary

FMS Group is recruiting Experienced Riggers for casual, DIDO roles across Mackay region and coalfields. You will join our Fixed Plant Team for maintenance days and minor shutdowns, with meals and accommodation provided.

Suitable candidates must have Coal Board Medical, HRWL RA/RI/RB, Standard 11 or willing to obtain, plus Confined Spaces, Working at Heights and Gas Test Atmospheres credentials and a current Driver’s Licence.

Qualifications

• Coal Board Medical and related inductions/certs are required.
• HRWL - RA/RI/RB certifications must be held.
• Standard 11 / BMA Core Induction or willingness to obtain.
• Assessment and safety standards include Confined Spaces, Working at Heights, Gas Test Atmospheres.
• Current Drivers Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance across mine sites and ports.
• Contribute to minor shutdowns and planned works.
• Operate within the Fixed Plant Team ensuring high safety and quality standards.

Education

Coal Board Medical

HRWL - RA/RI/RB

Standard 11 / BMA Core Induction

Confined Spaces / Working at Heights / Gas Test Atmospheres

Current Drivers Licence

Job description

Rigger

Job no: 497934

Work type: Casual

Location: Mackay & Coalfields

Categories: Riggers

If you are looking for a rewarding position we have the opportunity for you. Working across various Mine Sites and Ports our Fixed Plant Team is gearing up for exciting times ahead. Working Maintenance Days and Minor Shutdowns these roles will provide a unique opportunity for you to become a part of the wider FMS Group's business. These roles are DIDO and come with meals and accommodation.

Experienced Riggers

Bring your knowledge, skills and experience to help build the team and complete work to the highest standards every time. These roles are ideal for candidates who are flexible and who enjoy working across a wide range of locations and work fronts.

Suitable Candidates Will Have

• Coal Board Medical (or willing to obtain)
• HRWL - RA/RI/RB
• Standard 11 / BMA Core Induction (or willing to obtain)
• Confined Spaces / Working at Heights / Gas Test Atmospheres
• Current Drivers Licence

Why Join Us?

Not only will you receive a competitive wage, we also have great employee benefits on offer, such as:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• The opportunity to continue to build the team with the employee referral scheme (an extra way for you to earn additional money)
• Salary packaging – such as Novate leasing
• Private Health discounts
• Length of Service Recognition awards

About Us

Established in 2005 as CQ Field Mining Services, FMS Group has grown from a regional provider into a diversified, multi-division organisation delivering integrated solutions across Australia and Papua New Guinea. Our growth reflects a strong focus on capability, innovation, and meeting evolving client needs, with key expansions including PNG (2013), WA (2017), and the formation of Field Mining Services Group in 2019.

Since then, we have strengthened our service offering through specialised divisions spanning Safety Lift Solutions, engineering, electrical, onsite machining, and parts and equipment, alongside infrastructure maintenance projects and the acquisition of Schlam CRU in 2025. Rebranded as FMS Group in 2024, we are now a fully integrated, one-stop solution for mobile and fixed plant maintenance, shutdowns, infrastructure projects, and capital equipment sales across mining, construction, oil and gas, marine, and renewables.

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About FMS Group | Heavy Industry Services Since 2005

Delivering the best……every time.

FMS Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.

Advertised: 12 Aug 2026 E. Australia Standard Time