Plant Operator

Arc Infrastructure Pty Ltd

Midland, Perth, WA

Plant & Machinery Operators (Construction)

Full-time

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Arc Infrastructure manages and develops transport infrastructure assets that support growth and create jobs in WA. Rail is at the heart of our business, and the 5,500 km rail network is the backbone of freight transport in Western Australia from the diverse Midwest across to the fascinating Goldfields and Yilgarn regions through to the stunning Southwestand Great Southern. We’re committed to working with industry, our customers, partners, and communities to find new opportunities that will support and strengthen our rail network for the benefit of WA.

The Opportunity

We are currently looking for a Mobile Plant Operator to join our Signalling Projects Team on a full-time, permanent basis. Reporting to the Civil Leading Hand, you will be responsible for operating a variety of mobile plant machines in and around our rail network for the safe installation of signalling civil equipment.

The Role

In this role you will be part of a team responsible for carrying out the civil installation of wayside signalling equipment and mainline pit and pipe across our metro and regional network. The role is offered on a Monday-to-Monday roster, 8 days on, 6 days off, based out of our Midland Depot.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

Ability to operate a range of excavators, backhoes, and skid steers.

Ability to drive tool trucks, tip trucks, and truck-trailer combos.

Adhere to safety regulations, conducting pre-start inspections and maintaining a safe working environment.

Material loading, unloading, and transporting materials using machinery, often in conjunction with manual labor.

Effectively communicating with supervisors and other team members about work progress, issues, or safety concerns.

About You

To be successful in this role, you must have:

Demonstrated commitment to the Arc HSE management system.

Experience and certification in the operation and operational maintenance of the above plant (excavator, backhoe, and skid steer).

HR license with the ability to acquire an HC license, endorsed by Arc Infrastructure.

Flexibility to work away from home on a regular basis.

Pass a pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol test, and police clearance.

Basic computer skills.

First Aid and CPR certificate.

Working at Arc Infrastructure

Working with us means working in a team environment where each person and team is valued for the diverse skills, ideas, and experiences they bring. We promote a work environment that is characterized by personal accountability, mutual trust and respect, and a genuine interest in employees. We understand our employees are the key to our success, and as a team, our focus is to ensure they feel safe, valued, and fulfilled in the work that they do. We provide a range of employee benefits, including:

flexible working arrangements

professional development opportunities

competitive remuneration based on skills and experience

purchased additional annual leave

health and well-being initiatives, including

$299 annual subsidy

flu shots

skin cancer checks

paid parental leave

staff discounts and rewards program

novated leasing

Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications.

Arc Infrastructure is committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates.

Applications close on 26 August 2025

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General queries can be directed to recruitment@arcinfra.com.