Grader Operator - Civil Earthworks

About Us:
Arnhem Earthmoving and Mechanical is a family owned and operated business based in Darwin. We specialise in delivering mining, civil and transport projects throughout the Top End of Australia with local knowledge, local employees and thorough experience working in the Northern Territory climate.

Your Role:
The Grader Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and accurate operation of graders to carry out earthworks, road construction and maintenance, drainage, and final trim activities. The role requires maintaining high standards of workmanship while complying with company policies, client requirements, and all applicable health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

This role suits someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, has good communication skills and the drive to succeed.

This position is not available as FIFO. 
Applicants must reside in the Northern Territory. 
No relocation assistance is available.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

All candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment medical, and regular drug and alcohol screening.  This position will be located at our remote Project Site, with rotating shifts of 2 weeks on, 1 week off.

• Perform all aspects of grader operator
• Perform rough grading, finishing, trimming, batters, table drains, windrows, and road maintenance
• Construct and maintain haul roads and access roads
• Complete final trim work to specified levels and tolerances using GPS machine control
• Read and interpret construction plans, survey information, and grade stakes
• Complete pre-start checklists and maintenance reports accurately
• Maintain equipment in a clean, serviceable condition
• Report mechanical issues promptly to supervisors and maintenance personnel
• Work closely with surveyors and supervisors to achieve production targets
• Work effectively within a civil construction team
• Assist with other plant operation duties where competent and authorised

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years' experience operating graders
• Demonstrated experience in road construction and civil earthworks
• Experience operating GPS machine guidance systems is a must
• Sound understanding of construction drawings and survey set-out
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Experience on remote civil or mining projects
• Ability to complete final trim work to specification
• Experience operating additional civil plant
• Current Australian Driver's Licence (HR desirable)
• Construction White Card
• Grader Operator Ticket/Statement of Attainment
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Safe operation of heavy machinery
• Final trim grading
• GPS machine control
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Problem solving
• Teamwork
• Time management
• Situational awareness
• Mechanical aptitude

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Safe work performance
• Compliance with company procedures
• Completion of daily machine pre-starts and required project documents
• Quality of grading and finished product
• Productivity and efficiency
• Equipment care and maintenance
• Attendance and reliability
• Teamwork and communication
• Client satisfaction
• Environmental compliance