FIFO Mobile Plant Operators
Location
Perth, Western Australia
Category
Drivers & Operators
Salary
$54.00 - $69.00 Hourly
Posted
16-Jan-2026
Work type
Casual/Temp
Contact
Joanne Tracey
Reference
181064
🏗️ Rio Tinto Operator Roles – Apply Now!
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Locations:
Paraburdoo & Yandi | Type:
FIFO ex‑Perth | Job Type:
Long‑Term & Ongoing Opportunities
We’re seeking experienced Mobile Plant Operators based in Perth, WA
to join multiple Rio Tinto Projects. Enjoy competitive pay, steady rosters, strong safety culture, and supportive teams.
🔶 Yandi Production – Ongoing Opportunities
Roster:
8:6 / 7:7 (rotating days & nights)
Pay:
Up to $60.76/hr(up to $68/hr
for highly experienced digger operators)
Hiring for All‑Rounders who can operate at least 2 of the following:
- EX3600 or EX5600 Excavator
- Letourneau L2350 Loader
- CAT 16M & 24M Graders
- D11 Dozer
- CAT 854K Wheel Dozer
Roster: 8:6 / 7:7 (rotating days & nights)
Pay: Up to $68/hr
Positions:
- Excavator Operators (30T–90T)
- GPS experience (CASE Minestar preferred)
- Experience with sumps, final trim & trenching
- Minimum 2 years’ operating experience
Roster: 8:6 (dayshift only)
Pay: Up to $60.76/hr(higher rates for experienced digger operators)
Positions Available:
- PC1250 Excavator Operators – 2 roles
- D9 Dozer Operators – 2 roles
- CAT 16M Grader Operator – 1 role
✔️ What You’ll Need
- Valid Australian Drivers Licence
- Proven experience on relevant machinery
- Rio Tinto inductions (highly desirable)
- Ability to pass a full pre‑employment medical & DAS
- Long‑term Rio Tinto project security
- Competitive hourly rates
- Great site culture & support
- Opportunities for upskilling and cross‑skilling
These roles are filling quickly - secure your spot today!
If you're interested in any of the above roles and you meet the skills/criteria please give me a call Joanne on (08) 9217 0541.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.







