Remote Construction Shutdown Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Freo Group Pty Ltd is part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—backed by Berkshire Hathaway—where you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best.

Carry out all aspects of crane operations for the branch and Freo Group within the guidelines set out below to successfully achieve the company's objectives as assigned by the Freo Group President. These objectives shall cover the timely completion of activities in all the duties and responsibilities set out below.

Assist the company wherever possible to ensure employees, clients, and visitors comply with the Freo Group Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures at all times.

Maintains plant, equipment, and vehicles in accordance with procedures and work instructions.

Ensures crane is set up, operated, and maintained in a safe manner. Has overall responsibility for the lift being undertaken.

We are looking for a crane operator with 6-8 years' experience in a FIFO, mining, and or construction background, performing as a crane operator (250T All-Terrain and greater) in shutdown and or maintenance.

About Freo Group

We champion community participation, health and safety excellence, and environmental responsibility. With a client portfolio including BHP, Rio Tinto, South32, Newmont, Santos, and Alcoa, we offer exceptional opportunities for growth and development.

About the Role:

We are looking for a crane operator with experience in a FIFO, mining, and or construction background, performing as a crane operator (250T All-Terrain and greater) in shutdown and or maintenance.

Moranbah branch is well positioned within the region, to support our various industry, resourcing, and construction clients, with regular and ongoing AHDOC and shutdown work.

Essential minimum criteria:

• High Risk Work Licences – CO and RI
• Heavy Vehicle Driver's Licence - HR
• White (Construction) Card.
• National Police Clearance - valid within 1yrs old
• Experience in Liebherr/Demag/Tadano All-Terrain and Terex Pick and Carry cranes –250T All-terrain and greater.
• Ability to pass VOC for Rigging, Franna and Operation.
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment medical including D&A testing.
• Must be Australian Citizen or valid right to work in Australia.

Desirable criteria:

• HC and or MC Driver's Licence (Highly Desirable)
• High Risk Work Licences:
• Operating Non-Slew Crane
• Operate elevating work platform (RIIHAN301E)
• Operate a boom type elevating work platform (TLID3035)
• Licence to operate a forklift truck (TLILIC0003)
• Work safely at heights (RIIWHS204E) - valid within 2yrs old

We are after people with the following attributes:

• Cooperative, communicative, open-minded, and flexible - with respect other cultures
• Physically fit and capable of completing all duties required for the role
• Professional with a strong emphasis on HSE and Quality requirements
• Capable of working at remote sites in adverse weather conditions

What's on Offer:

• Safety First – We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for drugs and alcohol and are dedicated to ensuring every employee returns home safely
• Exclusive Employee Perks & Discounts – Access to benefits in travel, retail, vehicles, and health & wellbeing
• Referral Bonus – Recommend someone for the role and earn a monetary reward if they're successful
• Performance & Progress Appraisal – Opportunities for performance development and pay increases
• Highly Competitive Pay Rates – Plus career development opportunities within a truly international organisation.
• Diverse Site Experience – Work across key WA resource hubs including Newman (BHP), Goldfields, Karara, Sino, Port Hedland, Kwinana, Bunbury, and Geraldton
• Supportive & Inclusive Culture – Freo Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to employee development and job satisfaction

How to Apply:

Please use the 'apply now' link and follow the application process. We appreciate the time and effort all applicants take whilst applying for one of our sought-after roles and we shall respond to each suitable application as soon as we can.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.