Shutdown & FIFO Opportunities – High Pressure Water Operators

2 weeks ago

Whyalla Eyre Peninsula, Australia Engage Us Pty Ltd Full time $40,000 - $50,000 per year

Earn $40–$50 per hour based on your ticketed skill level – FIFO & Shutdown Opportunities


Are you an experienced High Pressure Water Blaster / Industrial Services Operator looking for your next FIFO or shutdown opportunity?

Engage partners with Australia's leading industrial services, resources, and energy providers, supplying skilled crews to major projects and shutdowns nationwide. We are currently seeking qualified operators and assistants to join our teams across QLD, NSW, SA, and WA.


What You'll Be Doing:

You'll support shutdowns, turnarounds, and ongoing industrial services work, including:

  • High Pressure Water Jetting (HPWJ/UHP)
  • Tank Cleaning, Tube Bundle Cleaning & Lancing
  • Hydro Demolition & UHP Gun Work
  • Waste Management & Resource Recovery
  • Vac Truck Operation & Industrial Cleaning
  • Assisting in Plant & Refinery Shutdowns

What You'll Need:

To be successful, applicants must hold (or be willing to obtain):

  • High Pressure Water Blasting Ticket (Operator or Assistant – issued within last 2 years)
  • Confined Space Entry & Gas Testing (within 2 years)
  • Working at Heights (within 2 years)
  • Vac Truck experience highly desirable
  • HR License (desirable)
  • Dangerous Goods Licence (desirable)
  • EWP, Forklift, White Card (desirable)
  • Ability to complete pre-employment medical (PEM within last 12 months preferred)

What's On Offer:

  • $40–$50/hour, depending on ticketed skill level
  • FIFO/DIDO opportunities from multiple states (QLD, NSW, SA, WA)
  • Flights, accommodation & meals provided
  • Attractive penalty rates, site allowances & 11–12 hour shifts
  • Weekly pay
  • Ongoing casual projects with potential for long-term opportunities
  • Be part of a skilled core shutdown crew with access to regular project alerts

About Engage:

Engage specialises in recruitment and labour solutions across Australia's industrial, resources, construction and mining sectors. Our experienced team matches skilled and qualified applicants with respected clients and exciting opportunities across the country.


Apply Now to be considered for our shutdown crews. Submit your resume and contact details to be included in upcoming project alerts and long-term opportunities.

We encourage applications from diverse and traditionally underrepresented groups.

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