Chandler Macleod is currently seeking experienced Heavy Mobile Equipment Operators to join our client, Rio Tinto, at their established mining operation in Gove, Northern Territory.
This is a great opportunity for long-term work with a Tier 1 operator, working across a modern fleet in a supportive and safety-focused environment.
Roster & benefits
We’re offering flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle:
- Residential roster: 4 days, 3 off, 4 nights, 5 off
- FIFO roster: 4 days, 4 nights, 8 off
- 12-hour shifts across rotating day and night roster
- 12-month casual contract with strong potential for extension
- FIFO flights provided from Cairns or Darwin
Equipment you’ll operate
You’ll be working across a well-maintained CAT fleet, including:
- 777 Haul Trucks
- 992 and 993 Loaders
- D11 Dozers
- 16M Graders
- 773 Water Carts
- 854 Wheel Dozers
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for operators who can hit the ground running and add value to a high-performing team:
- Proven experience operating HME in a production mining environment
- Strong exposure to haul trucks and large mining equipment
- A proactive approach to safety and teamwork
- Ability to work rotating rosters
- Willingness to complete medicals including PEM, D&A and spirometry
Why this role
- Opportunity to work with Rio Tinto, a leading global mining company
- Long-term, stable contract with extension potential
- Join a well-established and respected Gove operation
- Supportive team culture and strong safety standards
- Competitive hourly rates
If you’re an experienced operator looking for your next move, we’d love to hear from you.
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.
