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Machine Operator 2/1 or 3/1 FIFO Roster


Company : Protech


Location : Darwin, Northern territory


Created : 2026-05-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Protech are looking for experienced Machine Operators to perform work with our client, with multiple projects based in the Northern Territory and South Australia on a FIFO 2/1 or 3/1 basis. ABOUT THE ROLE PAY RATE: $43.50$55 per hour, depending on experience and site/project Super on ALL HOURS Weekly Pay Available Rosters: 3/1 or 2/1 If 3/1, flights/POH from any major city in Australia If 2/1, flights/POH from Darwin, Alice Springs, or Adelaide ONLY Immediate start available Contractor Casual positions Opportunities to work across multiple civil/construction earthworks projects KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Operate earth-moving machinery assisting with various civil projects being exposed to the desert heat, rain, uneven ground conditions and an isolated environment: Grader Dozer Excavator Loader Articulated Dump Truck Watercart Skid steer Backhoe Forklift Roller Carry out earthworks with various civil and/or construction activities such as tailings dam and road works Follow all site safety procedures and maintain a clean working environment Complete pre-starts, basic maintenance checks, and equipment reporting TICKETS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Construction White Card Current Drivers Licence Minimum 12 years experience in civil or mining machine operation of the above machinery listed SINGLE or MULTI-SKILLED (Essential) High Risk Work Licence EWP, RI, LF (Desirable) GPS experience (particularly for dozer and grader roles) (Desirable) Ability to maintain fitness for work, pass a pre-employment medical & drug and alcohol testing. Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance Valid & contactable references Strong understanding and adherence to OHS HOW TO APPLYContact us on ***************@protech.com.au or click APPLY below.ABOUT PROTECHAt Protech, we provide Great Work to Great People, taking the hassle out of work so you can focus on a job well done. Weve got your back with: Safe and reliable work Regular check-ins A ready, responsive and caring team Correct pay, on time As an equal opportunity employer, Protech partners with leading clients across construction, mining, asphalt, rail, warehousing and manufacturing, with branches nationwideproviding you with Great Work, wherever you call home.