Crane Operators

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Civmec is proud to be supporting Eneabba Rare Earths Refinery Project in collaboration with Iluka Resources with a further package of work for the structural, mechanical, piping, electrical and instrumentation (SMPE&I) installation works across the facility. As Australia's first fully integrated rare earths refinery, this milestone development is driving innovation—and we're building a skilled team to help bring it to life.

The Eneabba facility processes monazite concentrate from Iluka's mineral sands operations, with production having commenced in 2026.

We're currently seeking experienced Crane Operators to join our Construction division on a long‑term project. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team contributing to a major infrastructure build in WA's Mid‑West.

Location: Eneabba, WA (Mid West Region)
Roster: 2:1 Drive-In Drive-Out (DIDO)

• Advantageous crawler crane experience, with hands on familiarity operating large capacity cranes across varying ground conditions, contributing to stable, controlled, and compliant lifting activities.
• Solid background working on large scale construction and resources projects, consistently delivering safe, high quality outcomes while meeting productivity expectations and maintaining strong alignment with project safety and operational standards.
• Demonstrated heavy lift expertise, supporting complex, high risk lifting operations in accordance with Civmec procedures, engineered lift plans, and Eneabba site requirements, ensuring every lift is executed safely and efficiently.

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• CO Operators with demonstrated experience operating 80t rough terrain cranes and Frannas
• Proven heavy lift capability
• Crawler crane experience (highly regarded)
• Valid White Card (Nationally Recognised Construction Safety Awareness Card)
• Prior experience working on construction project sites
• Ability to successfully complete a pre employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
• Crane VOC (desirable)

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume' culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that's why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff discount scheme gives you discounts on a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle choices.

Please click the "apply" link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.

Alternatively, for a confidential chat or call our Recruitment Team on (08) 6595 5888.

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

We respectfully request no agency submissions.

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