QLD - Brisbane CBD
Contractor
Your new company
Join a leading operation delivering a large-scale haul road construction project in Far North Queensland. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a well-supported team working within a major mining environment on a high-impact infrastructure build.
Your new role
We are seeking experienced GPS Grader Operators with proven Final Trim and Trimble GPS experience to support a major haul road construction project and tailings dam maintenance works.
Working within a safety-focused and production-driven team, you will be responsible for carrying out precise final trim work, maintaining design tolerances, and operating GPS-guided grading systems to deliver high-quality road construction outcomes. You will work on a 2/1 FIFO roster, day shift only, with all meals, accommodation and flights provided.
What you'll need to succeed
Proven experience operating graders in mining, civil, or large-scale earthworks environments.
Demonstrated Final Trim experience on haul roads, pads, batters, and drainage works.
Strong experience using Trimble GPS machine guidance systems.
Current and valid RII Grader Operator competency.
Ability to read and interpret site plans and construction designs.
Current Open Driver's Licence.
Ability to undertake a pre-employment medical and police check.
Strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and teamwork.
What you'll get in return
Competitive hourly rates.
Flights provided from Townsville, Cairns, or Brisbane.
Camp accommodation and meals included.
Consistent 2/1 roster with day shift only.
Opportunity to work on a high-profile mining infrastructure project.
Supportive team environment with ongoing project work.
What you need to do now
If you're an experienced GPS Grader Operator with Final Trim and Trimble GPS experience looking for your next opportunity, click "Apply Now".
For more information and a confidential discussion about this role, or to find out about other opportunities in Resources & Mining, contact Erinne Lymer at Hays on 07 4749 8399 or email .
At Hays, we value diversity and are passionate about placing people in roles where they can flourish and succeed. We actively encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds.
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