Join our crew

Careers at R8D

Skilled trades and supervisors for Bowen Basin mining maintenance.

Life at R8D

A Crew That’s Built Different

We’re always looking for industry-leading tradespeople who enjoy solving problems and take pride in doing the job safely and well. At R8D you’ll work on fixed plant, HME and shutdown projects across Bowen Basin operations, alongside an experienced, supportive crew.

Our culture is built on trust, honesty and respect. We recognise good work, back our people’s growth and wellbeing, and look after each other on and off site.

R8D tradesperson welding on industrial equipment

Why R8D

What We Offer

Support Beyond the Shift

Free, confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Program through BSS Psychology, for you and your family.

A Team That Stays

83% retention and 17% annual turnover, both well ahead of industry averages.

Safety First

Mine-compliant crews, field leadership and training compliance tracked centrally.

Varied Work

Fixed plant, HME, shutdown and project work across Bowen Basin sites.

Roles

Trades We Hire

Heavy Diesel Mechanics Auto Electricians High Voltage Electricians Boilermakers Mechanical Fitters Riggers / Doggers Light Vehicle Mechanics Trades Assistants Supervisors Project Managers

Now Hiring

Current Opportunities

Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

Experience a workplace that transcends the ordinary, we’re not just building a team; we’re assembling a group of professionals who take pride in being part of something exceptional. We are seeking expressions of interest from Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanics who are eager to make a difference in the contract mining world.

Boilermaker – Fixed Plant/Shutdowns/MEM

We are seeking expressions of interest from Boilermakers to join our team, where you will contribute to supporting our clients maintenance operations.

Mechanical Fitter – Fixed Plant/Shutdowns

We are seeking expressions of interest from Mechanical Fitters to join our team, where you will contribute to supporting our client’s through minimising downtime and improving plant reliability.

Ready to Join the Crew?

Not seeing the right role? Send us your details and CV and we’ll be in touch when a suitable position comes up.

We review your details and CV.

We call you to talk about roles and rosters.

Inductions and mobilisation from Mackay.

Expression of Interest

Do you currently have the legal right to work
in Australia without employer visa sponsorship?
*

Thank you for your interest in R8D Industries.
Unfortunately, we are not currently able to
provide employer visa sponsorship.

Applicants must already hold appropriate
Australian work rights that do not require
employer sponsorship to be considered
for current opportunities.

Contact Name *

Your email *

Your phone no *

Location Preference *

Your skills align with which Trade *

How many years experience in your trade? *

Have you been referred to join our team? *

If Yes please provide the name of our employee that referred you

Please attached your CV (PDF only upto 2Mb)*

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