Powerlift Industries (PLI) is a leading service provider in the Mining and Resource industries, based in Karratha, Pilbara. As an expanding business, we're committed to delivering excellence and are looking for dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are searching for a skilled Vac Truck Operator that is local to Karratha to join our Core Crew team for an ongoing permanent position. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a great team in a rapidly expanding business. You will be based at our Karratha Workshop and required to work at various sites throughout the Pilbara.
This role will require the successful applicant to be a local resident to Karratha or Dampier.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
- Operating vacuum truck and equipment for various industrial services, including non-destructive digging / potholing and service detection.
- Maintaining clean equipment, operating vehicle and working area.
- Backfilling of excavations.
- Ensuring the safe and efficient operation of vacuum truck and adherence to all safety protocols.
- Performing pre- and post-operation checks and basic maintenance on equipment.
- Conducting abrasive blasting to clean or prepare surfaces.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Local Resident to Karratha or the surrounding areas (mandatory)
- Proof of Right to work in Australia (mandatory)
- Current and Valid Australian Drivers Licence (HR class mandatory)
- Minimum of 2 years Vac Truck Operation experience (desirable)
- Minimum of 3 years working in the mining / resource sector (mandatory)
- MSIC (desirable)
- Valid White Card.
- High Pressure water blasting ticket (desirable)
- Confined Space and Work at Heights training (desirable)
- Prior experience using Vacuum Excavation units - Non-Destructive Digging is preferred but not essential
- Civil Experience (Loader/Excavator etc) (highly regarded)
- Abrasive Blasting experience (highly regarded)
- Excellent attitude to safety
- Flexible attitude to work within all our crews and to assist with other duties outside your scope
- Able to Work Autonomously as well in a team
- Able to follow instructions and show initiative
- Safety and process-focused, and willing to input and continually improve the process
- Successful applicant is required to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol testing
WHATS ON OFFER:
- Highly competitive remuneration package
- Annual leave loading 17.5%
- Night shift loading 21.7%
- Annual wage reviews
- 24 Hour accident & injury cover
- RDO accruals
- Annual Upskilling Benefit
- Private Health Membership Corporate Discount
- Redundancy
- Employee Benefits
- Permanent Position
- Local living allowance $420 per week
TO APPLY
- Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.
- Apply via the link, completing the application form with your resume (including any relevant qualification / certificates / licenses / tickets), demonstrating your experience and its relation to the criteria above.
- Candidates represented by agencies will not be considered for this position.
Ready to take on a new challenge and make your mark in the mining industry? Join us at PLI and be a part of something big. Apply now and start your journey with a company that values precision, dedication, and excellence.
Powerlift Industries are an equal opportunity employer and encourage people of all ages, identities, abilities and cultures including First Nations and Torres Strait Island people to apply.
If you possess a positive attitude, work well within a team, please contact us to be considered for the role immediately.
For further enquiries, contact PLI on 9185 3286 or hr@plind.com.au.