Pope Earthmoving

16/08/2026

Operators Wanted – Great opportunity to get your foot in the door of the mining and construction industries!

We are looking for local or traveling operators (not fifo) for 2 months of work across September and October, operating:

Grader
Excavator
Scoops
Dozer
Water truck

Locations: Townsville, Ayr and Ingham

What’s on offer:

2 months’ work with the potential for ongoing employment.
Accommodation or powered caravan sites provided.
Training and required tickets provided.
Opportunity to gain valuable experience transferable to the mining industry.

If you’re keen to get started, gain experience and potentially secure ongoing work, get in touch today! Call Garry Pope 0419666954

15/08/2026

Water truck driver required to start asap August 2026 for Pope Earthmoving working at Pioneer Mill Burdekin location. HR licence required. Experience operating machinery preferred. Call Garry Pope 0419666954.

19/07/2026

🚜 OPERATOR TRAINEE / EXPERIENCED OPERATOR – POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Pope Earthmoving is looking for solid, hard-working people to join the team.

We’re offering:
• Operator Traineeships (start from the ground up)

• Experienced Operators

• Tradesmen looking for a change of pace

This is real work. Some long days when needed.

🔹 Operator Trainees
If you’ve grown up on a cattle station, farm, or around machinery and understand responsibility and hard work, you’ll fit in well.
We provide:
✔ Machinery tickets
✔ On-the-job training
✔ Real operating experience
✔ In-house pathway into Diesel Fitting or Boilermaking apprenticeship

We’re investing in people who want a long-term future.

🔹 Experienced Operators
If you can operate confidently, work unsupervised, look after gear and produce clean, efficient work — we want to hear from you.

🔹 Tradesmen
If you’re a tradesman who’s had enough of your current path, carrying an injury, or simply looking to transition into operating or a different role in the industry, this could suit you. Practical skills transfer well here.

📍 Work in Townsville, Burdekin & Ingham
🏠 Accommodation available

We value:
• Strong work ethic
• Reliability
• Common sense
• Respect for machinery
• Team players who pull their weight

If you want steady work with a growing business in earthmoving and agriculture, give Garry Pope a call 0419666954

Tag someone who’d suit the role.

18/06/2026

🚜 JOIN THE POPE EARTHMOVING TEAM – 2026 SEASON 🚜

Workers Wanted – Immediate Start

As we prepare for the busy 2026 crushing season, Pope Earthmoving is looking to expand our team. We have positions available now and will require additional workers as the season ramps up from late June through to December.

🌱 Trainee Opportunities Available

We are seeking physically fit, motivated people who are keen to learn new skills and build a rewarding career in the earthmoving industry.

Preference will be given to:

- People with farming backgrounds
- Tradespeople looking for a career change
- Individuals with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn

🚜 Experienced Operators Wanted

We are always interested in hearing from:

- Multi-skilled machinery operators
- Team players with a positive attitude
- Natural leaders who enjoy mentoring and teaching others
- Reliable operators who can work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment

🌏 Seasonal Opportunities for Travellers

Skilled nomad travellers looking for approximately 6 months of seasonal work are encouraged to apply.

We can provide:
✅ Free powered sites in Lucinda and Burdekin
✅ Accommodation options available

⏰ Work Details
- 12-hour shifts
- Day and night shift opportunities
- Weekend work available
- Flexible roster arrangements

📍 Locations
Work is based at sugar mills in Ingham and Ayr.

If you're looking for a great team environment, competitive seasonal work, and the opportunity to develop your skills, we'd love to hear from you.

📞 Contact us today to discuss available positions and start dates. Garry Pope 0419666954

Pope Earthmoving – Building a strong team for a successful 2026 season.

24/02/2026