What we offer:
- Immediate start on short and long-term projects
- Supportive team culture with long-term career pathways
- FIFO from Perth on a 2:1 roster
- Competitive hourly rates + stability with a trusted WA company
Join our civil construction team delivering major water infrastructure projects in the Pilbara. We’re seeking experienced, safety-focused Civil Operators with mobile plant skills to support trenching, clearing, pipelaying, and earthworks.
Reporting to the Piping, Civil & Earthworks Supervisor, you’ll operate mobile plant including Excavators, Water Carts, Moxys, Skid Steers, IT Loaders, Graders, Rollers, and Dozers—ensuring safe, high-standard operation to support efficient project delivery.
Successful applicants must have:
- Valid HR Driver’s Licence
- Construction White Card
- Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a similar role
- At least 2–3 mobile plant operator tickets (Excavator, Water Cart, Moxy, Skid Steer, etc.)
- HRWL (DG, CN, RB) – Highly regarded
- FMG, RTIO, or BHP site inductions – Desirable
- Strong knowledge of safe systems of work and site safety procedures
- Ability to conduct pre-starts, visual inspections, and daily equipment reports
- Proven ability to work both independently and in a team workplace
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and D&A; screening
About us
PPS Water Group sets the standard in water infrastructure across Western Australia. Guided by our PIPES values: Pride, Integrity, Passion, Efficiency, and Safety, we deliver pipelines, dewatering, pumping, civil, and electrical projects with precision and pride. PPS is home to a rare culture of high performers who back each other, deliver results, and take genuine pride in their work.
Apply Now
Submit your application to join the PPS team and help deliver WA’s leading water projects.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.
📌 Mobile Plant Operator
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