Groote Eylandt Opportunties

5 days ago


Darwin Cairns NT, Australia Compass Group Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

ESS provides multi-service capability to major companies and organisations operating in remote sites, gold mines and coal fields. We provide vital workplace support for people working in some of the most isolated terrains in the world, from oil rigs in the North Sea to gold mines in the Australian Outback.

Due to anticipated growth on our Groote Eylandt Mine Site Village, we are seeking expressions of interest from people interested in the following opportunities:

The Positions

  • Chefs
  • Kitchenhands
  • Housekeepers
  • Bus Drivers
  • Administrators
  • Grounds Keepers
  • Bar / Tavern / Retail / Supermarket Staff

The People

  • Team players with the ability to multi-task in busy environments
  • Ability to work long shifts in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience in food service and preparation, or;
  • Experience in general maintenance, housekeeping or cleaning.  Open Manual Licence is desirable.
  • Drivers: Minimum 2 years' experience (coach) with HR or MR License, as well as Industry Endorsement
  • All candidates will be asked to provide a current Police Check

The Benefits

FIFO from Cairns or Darwin, Groote Eylandt is the largest Island in the Gulf of Carpentaria. With both 7&7 and 9&5 rosters available, employees enjoy a lush tropical Island environment, as well as state of the art facilities, with an indoor and outdoor gym, swimming pool, sport courts, as well as the Island's Tavern, just to name a few.

You will have the support, infrastructure, systems and processes you would expect from a global organisation. As an employer of choice, we recognise high performance and foster individual development. Additionally, our employees enjoy the following benefits:

  • Immediate access to 100+ retail discounts accessible from your mobile
  • Multiple salary packaging options to help your dollar go further
  • Health and wellbeing employee benefits to help look after you
  • Recognition programs including service and safety awards, regular team events, site-based benefits and company discounts.
  • Ongoing training and development, and career growth opportunities

Our people's unique backgrounds, experiences, and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve, where everyone feels empowered and valued. By building diverse teams, we are creating inclusive environments for all our people, and also those we connect with through our day-to-day operations.

We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, gender expressions, gender identity and people with disability.



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