Civil Earthworks Mobile Plant Operator

Civil Earthworks Mobile Plant Operator

Rail Corridor Operations

Guma Pty Ltd was established in 2012 providing civil construction, earthmoving and contracting Services to mining companies within the Pilbara.

We currently have opportunities to be a part of a well-established business and long term contracts FIFO from Perth to the Pilbara Region, Western Australia, with a great team culture.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced and safety-focused Civil Earthworks Mobile Plant Operators to join our team working within active rail corridor environments. This role involves operating a range of civil and earthmoving equipment to support rail maintenance, construction, rehabilitation, and infrastructure projects in remote locations.

The successful applicant will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, the ability to work effectively within rail compliance requirements, and experience operating plant in high-risk environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate mobile plant and earthmoving equipment safely and efficiently within rail corridors and civil construction environments.
• Carry out earthworks, trenching, grading, drainage, formation rehabilitation, and general civil works.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and basic servicing of plant and equipment.
• Maintain compliance with rail safety requirements, site procedures, and company policies.
• Work effectively alongside supervisors, rail protection personnel, and other contractors.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents, and equipment defects.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and workplace presentation.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.

Plant & Equipment Experience

Experience operating two or more of the following is desirable:

• Excavators
• Loaders
• Tipper Trucks
• Rollers
• Watercarts
• Graders
• Skid Steers
• Moxy / Articulated Dump Trucks
• Road Train experience (MC) desirable
• Dozers - NA

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience operating mobile plant within civil construction or rail environments.
• MC Licence desirable
• Current Driver’s Licence.
• HR Minimum Licence.
• Relevant plant operating tickets / VOCs.
• Construction White Card.
• Ability to pass pre-employment medicals and drug & alcohol testing.
• Ability to pass a Rail Medical Category 2 and, or 3 assessment.
• Ability to complete and pass a Sleep Apnea assessment where required under the STOPBANG screening process.
• Strong understanding of safe work practices and hazard management.
• Ability to work away from home on rostered shifts, which include weekends, and potentially nights when required.

Working Conditions

• FIFO roster – 2 weeks on / 1 week off.
• Flights to site are required to be undertaken in the employee’s own time.
• Point of hire Perth
• Work is conducted in remote locations with limited or poor mobile phone service outside camp areas.
• Camp accommodation is provided; however facilities may vary between sites and may not reflect mining village-style accommodation standards.
• Work is performed within active rail and civil construction environments where toilet and welfare facilities will be limited whilst working on site.
• Candidates must be comfortable working outdoors in remote and physically demanding conditions.

You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.

If you are the person described above, please apply today.

Guma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strongly support diversity in our workforce.

Applicants from a wide sector of the community including women and Indigenous cultures are encouraged to apply.