Water Cart / Moxy Operator – FIFO | 2:1 Roster

Georgiou; Pannawonica; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Georgiou Perks discounts platform

World-class training

Career pathways

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Georgiou, part of STRABAG SE, invites applications for a Water Cart / Moxy Operator on a major Rio Tinto Mesa J TSF8 project near Pannawonica, WA. The role is a 2:1 FIFO roster ex Perth, requiring tickets RIIMPO206 and RIIMPO337, a current Rio Tinto induction, and readiness to mobilise by 29 September 2026.

You will operate Water Carts and Moxy Dump Trucks, switching between machines to support bulk earthworks, dust suppression, and haulage, while following site safety and project procedures.

Qualifications

• Must hold RIIMPO206 and RIIMPO337 tickets.
• Current Rio Tinto induction required.
• Available to mobilise by 29 September 2026.
• Experience operating Water Carts and Moxy Trucks in civil/mining environments.
• Construction White Card and valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate Water Carts and Moxy Dump Trucks safely across site activities.
• Switch between Water Cart and Moxy operations as required.
• Perform daily pre-start inspections and report defects.
• Support dust suppression and material movement.
• Follow site procedures and safety rules.

Skills

Bulk Water Truck

Articulated Haul Truck

Rio Tinto induction

Water Carts

Moxy Trucks

Safety focus

Education

Construction White Card

Job description

Water Cart / Moxy Operator – FIFO | 2:1 Roster

Why Join Georgiou – A STRABAG company. Georgiou is urgently seeking experienced Water Cart / Moxy Operators to join our team delivering the Rio Tinto Mesa J TSF8 Central Dividing Embankment project near Pannawonica in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. This significant civil earthworks project will see Georgiou deliver the TSF8 Central Dividing Embankment, with our site team undertaking major bulk earthworks using a substantial heavy mobile plant fleet. Working a 2:1 FIFO roster ex Perth, we are looking for multi-skilled operators who are experienced and qualified to operate both Water Carts and Moxy Dump Trucks and are ready to mobilise to site on 29 September 2026. Due to the mobilisation timeframe, applicants must hold both RIIMPO206 – Bulk Water Truck Operations and RIIMPO337 – Conduct Articulated Haul Truck Operations, have a current Rio Tinto induction, and be available in Perth over the coming week to complete VOCs, medicals, inductions and remaining mobilisation requirements. Operators who do not meet both ticket requirements cannot be considered for these positions. At Georgiou—now proudly part of STRABAG SE, one of Europe’s largest construction technology groups—you’ll join a business where local expertise meets global opportunity. For nearly 50 years, we’ve built Australia’s infrastructure and our reputation for being the best people to work with. With Georgiou’s local knowledge and experience and STRABAG’s forward-thinking innovation, we’re delivering projects that connect communities, develop people, and set new industry benchmarks, all while staying true to the culture and values that make Georgiou unique.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Major Rio Tinto project – join the team delivering the Mesa J TSF8 Central Dividing Embankment project in the Pilbara.
• 2:1 FIFO roster ex Perth – work as part of an experienced civil construction and bulk earthworks team.
• Immediate opportunity – complete mobilisation requirements now for a 29 September site mobilisation.
• Work with serious gear – operate across Water Carts and Moxy Dump Trucks as part of a substantial heavy earthmoving fleet.
• Grow without limits – access world‑class training, mentoring, and career pathways across Australia and STRABAG’s global network.
• A culture that cares – our values of Care, Integrity, and Excellence guide everything we do.
• Reward for your work – competitive remuneration and access to the Georgiou Perks discounts platform.

About the role:

As a Water Cart / Moxy Operator, you’ll work as part of Georgiou’s earthworks team delivering the Rio Tinto Mesa J TSF8 project.

This is a multi-skilled operator position requiring you to safely and competently operate both Water Carts and Moxy Dump Trucks, moving between equipment as required to support project activities.

You’ll work closely with Supervisors and other Operators across bulk earthworks activities, supporting water cart operations and dust suppression, material movement and haulage, and the safe and productive delivery of the project.

Your skills and experience:

• RIIMPO206 – Bulk Water Truck Operations – essential.
• RIIMPO337 – Conduct Articulated Haul Truck Operations – essential.
• Current Rio Tinto induction – essential.
• Demonstrated recent experience operating both Water Carts and Moxy Dump Trucks in civil construction, mining or bulk earthworks environments.
• Must be available in Perth over the coming week to complete VOCs, pre-employment medicals, inductions and remaining mobilisation requirements.
• Must be available to mobilise to site on 29 September 2026.
• Previous Roller operating experience and the recognised Roller qualification will be highly regarded.
• Previous tailings, mining infrastructure or large-scale civil earthworks experience will be highly regarded.
• Construction White Card.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Ability to work a 2:1 FIFO roster ex Perth.
• Strong commitment to safe and productive plant operation.
• Strong alignment with our values: Care, Integrity, Excellence.

What you’ll be doing:

• Operate Water Carts and Moxy Dump Trucks safely and efficiently across project earthworks activities.
• Move between Water Cart and Moxy operations as required by the project.
• Support water cart, dust suppression, material movement and haulage activities.
• Complete daily pre-start inspections and equipment checks.
• Identify and report plant defects and maintenance requirements.
• Work safely around excavators, dozers, graders, rollers and other heavy mobile equipment.
• Follow Supervisor instructions, project traffic management requirements and Rio Tinto site procedures.
• Maintain safe operating distances and strong situational awareness around mobile plant.
• Participate in pre-starts, toolbox meetings and project safety activities.
• Operate allocated equipment in accordance with manufacturer, client and project requirements.

If you’re Rio inducted, hold both mandatory tickets, have experience operating both Water Carts and Moxy Dump Trucks and are ready to mobilise on 29 September, we want to hear from you.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team:

We welcome applicants of all cultures, backgrounds and identities; people with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and current or former members of the Australian Defence Force, including veterans and reservists. We are proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work.

Contact Us

NSW - 02 8072 3600
QLD - 07 3319 4500
WA & NT - 08 9200 2500