Rio Parabadoo - Loader/Excavator- 2:1 roster

Engineeringtradesaustralia; Australia; Remote; AUD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate $70–$80/hr

2:1 roster

Starting 29 September 2026

Loader & excavator operation

Site-based opportunity

Potential for ongoing work

Competitive employment conditions

Job summary

Engineering Trades Australia are seeking an experienced Loader/Excavator Operator to join our client's team on a 2:1 roster, commencing 29 September 2026. This site-based role in Western Australia offers competitive rates and ongoing work on a growing earthmoving project.

You will operate loaders and excavators, complete pre-starts and inspections, and perform bulk earthworks while maintaining safety and site standards. A current driver’s licence and relevant VOCs are required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience operating loaders and excavators.
• Previous experience in mining, civil, quarrying or earthmoving environments.
• Relevant tickets and VOCs for the machinery you operate.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment.
• Ability to work effectively on a 2:1 roster.
• Reliable and strong work ethic.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening.
• Current driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate loaders and excavators.
• Complete daily pre-starts and equipment inspections.
• Perform bulk earthworks, material movement and general earthmoving duties.
• Load and move materials safely and efficiently.
• Work to production targets and site requirements.
• Identify and report equipment faults or maintenance requirements.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping around operating areas.
• Follow all site safety procedures and environmental requirements.
• Work effectively as part of a wider site team.

Skills

Loader operation

Excavator operation

Job description

Engineering Trades Australia are currently seeking an experienced Loader/Excavator Operator to join our client's team on a 2:1 roster, commencing 29 September 2026.

21st September, 2026

LOADER / EXCAVATOR OPERATOR | 2:1 ROSTER | $70–$80/HR

Loader / Excavator Operator | $70–$80/hr | 2:1 Roster | Start 29 September 2026

This is a great opportunity for an experienced operator looking for ongoing work, a solid roster and competitive rates.

THE ROLE

You will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating loaders and excavators across site, supporting production and general earthmoving activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely operate loaders and excavators
• Complete daily pre-starts and equipment inspections
• Perform bulk earthworks, material movement and general earthmoving duties
• Load and move materials safely and efficiently
• Work to production targets and site requirements
• Identify and report equipment faults or maintenance requirements
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping around operating areas
• Follow all site safety procedures and environmental requirements
• Work effectively as part of a wider site team

ABOUT YOU

To be successful, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience operating loaders and excavators
• Previous experience in mining, civil, quarrying or earthmoving environments
• Relevant tickets and VOCs for the machinery you operate
• Strong safety awareness and commitment
• Ability to work effectively on a 2:1 roster
• Reliable and strong work ethic
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
• Current driver's licence

WHAT'S ON OFFER?

• $70–$80 per hour
• 2:1 roster
• Starting 29 September 2026
• Loader & excavator operation
• Site-based opportunity
• Potential for ongoing work
• Competitive employment conditions