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May 7, 2026

National Plant & Equipment Secures Major Sino Iron Contract, Creating 100+ Jobs in WA

National Plant & Equipment (NPE), part of National Group, has secured a significant contract with CITIC Pacific Mining at the Sino Iron Mine in Western Australia, with works already underway on site.

NPE will deliver wet hire and full maintenance support for a large-scale HME fleet, driving topsoil removal and construction of a major tailings storage facility (TSF) embankment, one of the largest of its kind in the region.

This multi-year project marks a significant step in NPE’s Western Australian growth, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner to tier-one mining operations.

Scaling Up for a Major Project

A Caterpillar D11 dozer sits secured on a National Heavy Haulage low-loader truck at a port, as workers prepare to load the oversized mining machine onto a cargo ship using heavy lifting equipment.

NPE has mobilised an ultra-class fleet of more than 45 HME and SME assets, including:

  • Hitachi EX5600 & EX3600 Excavators
  • Komatsu 830E & Caterpillar 793 Haul Trucks
  • Caterpillar D11 Dozers
  • Komatsu WA1200 Wheel Loaders
  • Caterpillar 24M Graders
  • Caterpillar 785C Water Carts

This mobilisation accentuates NPE’s capability to deploy and support large scale fleets for complex, high value mining operations without compromise. Additional equipment will be deployed as the project progresses.

Creating Over 100 Jobs in Western Australia

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On-site workforce numbers will exceed 115 personnel, with recruitment actively underway across key roles, including:

  • Project Maintenance Managers
  • Production Superintendents, Supervisors & Leading Hands
  • Maintenance Supervisors
  • HS&E Manager/Trainer Assessors
  • Parts & Logistics Planners
  • HV & Auto Electricians
  • Diesel Fitters
  • Operators
  • Site Administrators

Craig Binstead, WA Manager, noted that this contract creates significant opportunities for skilled workers to join a major project.

“This is a chance to be part of a large-scale operation at Sino Iron, working with some of the best equipment in the industry,” Mr Binstead said.

“We’re building a high-quality team and looking for people who want more than just a job – they want to be part of something meaningful, with long-term stability and real opportunity to grow their career.”

“As a privately owned company, our people aren’t just a number. We invest in them, back them, and create pathways for progression.”

NPE is offering a competitive employment package, including:

  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Superannuation paid on all hours worked
  • Flights, accommodation and meals included
  • Work with a fleet of industry-leading, premium mining equipment
  • Long-term opportunities on a major project
  • Career development and progression pathways
  • Privately owned company that values connection and community

Delivering Capability at Scale

A Komatsu WA1200 wheel loader moves a large pile of red earth across an open mining site under clear blue skies, with dust rising from the bucket as it works.

Managing Director Mark Ackroyd highlighted how the contract reinforces NPE’s position as a trusted partner for large scale mining operations.

“This is a testament to our fleet, our people, and the trust our clients place in us to deliver on critical projects,” Mr Ackroyd said.

“We will continue to invest in our people and equipment to support projects of this scale, and we’re proud to be working alongside CITIC Pacific Mining at Sino Iron.”

Strengthening Our Western Australian Presence

The Sino Iron contract further strengthens NPE’s footprint in Western Australia and reinforces its long-term strategy of delivering large-scale, high-performance equipment solutions to the country’s leading mining operations.

With works now firmly underway, machines currently operating on site and additional fleet mobilising, NPE is building real momentum and positioning the business for sustained growth.

Join the Team

As the project expands, NPE is actively recruiting for a range of long-term roles to support the next phase of works.

To view current opportunities and apply, visit: https://nationalgroupjobs.com/