Excavator & Dozer Operators

About NUCREW

NUCREW specialises in providing mining workforce solutions, partnering with top mining and civil contractors in Western Australia to offer skilled operators long-term FIFO opportunities on major resource projects.

Job Overview

We are recruiting experienced Excavator and Dozer Operators for a long-term FIFO project located in the Western Australia Goldfields. The employment begins late July to early August 2026 and offers a 2:1 FIFO roster from Perth.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate heavy mobile equipment safely and efficiently including CAT or Komatsu 100T+ Excavators and CAT D8-D10 Dozers.
• Perform bulk earthworks and participate in civil mining operations.
• Load haul trucks and transport materials.
• Excavator duties include double bench digging, single flitch mining, and batter work.
• Dozer duties include tip head operations, ripping, bulk pushing, and digger floor clean-up.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and report any equipment defects.
• Adhere to safety protocols and achieve production objectives.

Candidate Requirements

• At least 3 years' experience operating CAT or Komatsu 100T+ Excavators or CAT D8-D10 Dozers.
• Background in production mining or large-scale civil earthworks.
• Experience on lithium projects is an advantage.
• Possession of valid operating tickets and licences relevant to the machinery.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• National Police Clearance dated within the past 12 months.
• Capability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol tests.
• Two recent supervisor-level work references.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly wage ranging between $65 and $80, based on experience.
• Weekly pay with superannuation paid on all hours.
• FIFO roster scheduled 2 weeks on, 1 week off from Perth.
• Temporary to permanent employment pathway.
• Long-term engagement with consistent work availability.
• Supportive team environment prioritising safety.