Equipment Operator

Location: Olympic Dam

• 7:7 roster
• Support Aurizons BHP contract
• Whyalla Port Augusta & Port Pirie FIFO/DIDO opportunities
• Adelaide FIFO

About the Role

Aurizon is proud to support BHP servicing their copper operations across Pimba Olympic Dam Prominent Hill and Carrapateena. This is a significant milestone for Aurizon Bulk and forms part of our expanding supply chain footprint in South Australia. Aurizon has operational teams at each of these key locations creating long-term opportunities in a growing region.

As an Equipment Operator at Olypmic Dam youll work on a 7 days on / 7 days off roster playing a critical role in delivering safe and efficient freight services across our terminal network. This hands-on role involves operating a variety of heavy equipment and supporting daily coordination freight documentation and site safety activities.

Key responsibilities:

• Operate a range of equipment including reach stackers forklifts front end loaders lidlifters scissor lifts and boom lifts
• Safely manage container and freight movements in line with daily operational plans
• Perform basic inspections and ensure all equipment documentation is accurate and compliant
• Support terminal coordination including basic marshalling tasks and transport system updates
• Induct customers and contractors in line with site safety protocols
• Contribute to a positive safety culture and high-performance team environment

About You

Were looking for reliable safety-conscious individuals with a strong work ethic and team mindset. The following tickets and licences are highly regarded (training may be provided for the right candidates):

• Forklift (10 tonne capacity)
• Front End Loader
• Lidlifter
• Reach Stacker
• Stand-Alone Rotator
• HR Truck Licence
• EWP Elevated Work Platform
• Working at Heights

You will also have:

• A proactive and adaptable attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail especially regarding safety and compliance
• Flexibility to work across day night weekend and public holiday shifts on a rotating roster
• Ability to meet all pre-employment requirements including a National Police Check reference checks and a medical assessment

What We Offer

At Aurizon we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities. Some of our benefits include:

• Development and growth opportunities.
• Access to mentoring and development programs.
• Discounts on selected health insurance funds personal travel gyms vehicles and retail brands.

About Aurizon:

Aurizon is Australias largest rail freight rail freight operator with integrated landside supply chain solutions and a top 100 ASX company. Each year we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy connecting miners primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets.

At Aurizon we are proud of our diverse collaborative creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic caring and inclusive work environment.

To learn about us and our company values please visit Experience:

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