Intermediate and Advanced Riggers – 2026 Shutdowns | WA Mining

9 hours ago


Port Hedland Karratha Pilbara Western Australia Premier People PTY LTD Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Kickstart your 2026 with back-to-back shutdowns across WA's top mining operations.

If you're a Intermediate or Advanced Rigger looking for steady work, solid crews, and opportunities across major clients — Premier People want to hear from you.

We are partnering with WA's leading engineering contractors who service BHP, Rio Tinto, Roy Hill and multiple Goldfields operations, with shutdown dates being confirmed and added throughout 2026.


About the Work

You'll be supporting fixed plant maintenance and shutdowns with scopes including (but not limited to):

  • Pulleys & gearboxes
  • Laser alignments
  • Crushers, mills & screens
  • Car dumpers
  • Reclaimers & stackers
  • General fixed plant repairs and maintenance

Preferred Qualifications
  • MSIC
  • Current driver's licence

Essential Requirements

To be considered, you must have:

  • High Risk Work Licence (EWP/Rigging – VOCs required)
  • Working at Heights — completed within the last 2 years
  • Confined Spaces — completed within the last 2 years
  • Gas Testing Atmospheres — completed within the last 2 years
  • Basic Fire — completed within the last 2 years
  • White Card (physical card required)
  • Full Australian working rights

Why Premier People?

Joining Premier People connects you with a team that values:

Safety and compliance

Well-organised shutdowns

Genuine relationships

Consistent work opportunities

Ongoing support from a dedicated mobilisation & recruitment team

We work closely with WA's leading engineering contractors and are committed to placing you on safe, well-managed, and professionally run shutdowns.


Apply Now

If you want reliable shutdown work and the chance to secure your place for the 2026 season, apply today.

Our team will review your application and contact shortlisted candidates.



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