R8D Industries

27/08/2026

Another major shutdown successfully wrapped up, with the R8D team supporting our client through a critical stacker chute replacement.

From the old chute and existing infrastructure through to the completed installation, this was a job that required solid planning, experienced trades and a strong focus on safety, quality and getting the work done right.

Major shutdowns are all about teamwork — working safely, working efficiently and making every minute count to get the plant back online.

A great effort from everyone involved and another project we're proud to have been part of.

12/06/2026

When your birthday falls on swing your work family kicks in to make you feel special! Happy Birthday Matt Duncan!

11/06/2026

🏆 Congratulations Gary, on receiving a Contractor's Prize Award from our valued client! 🏆

Being away for 4 weeks on a project in North Queensland, Gary was recognised for his outstanding commitment, professionalism, and workmanship throughout the duration of the project.

As part of the award, he received a certificate of recognition and a $750 prize – a well-deserved reward for consistently demonstrating the high standards that we pride ourselves on at R8D Industries.

We are incredibly proud to see our people recognised by our clients for the quality of work they deliver and the positive impact they make on site every day.

Congratulations again, Gary, and thank you for representing R8D Industries with professionalism and excellence. 👏

05/06/2026

Supporting these young ladies in discovering career opportunities via apprenticeship pathways, we proudly served as a small sponsor to facilitate their insight.

TOOLKIT FOR GIRLS | Students attended 'Toolkit for Girls' at Mackay Engineering College Trade Training Centre recently for a hands-on day exploring careers in trades.

The experience is designed to inspire young women to consider future apprenticeships and pathways in the trade industries. A big thank you to for providing the shirts for our students - your support is greatly appreciated.

21/05/2026

Big Shoutout to Pete 👏

We received awesome feedback from our client about the outstanding effort Peter contributes on site. Going above and beyond, getting stuck in wherever needed and just putting in a solid shift day in, day out.

It never goes unnoticed when someone takes real pride in their work.

Great team members are hard to find and we're lucky to have blokes like Pete representing R8D Industries.

Keep up the great work mate and a massive THANKS from all of the team at R8D!!

19/05/2026

WE’RE HIRING!

Mechanical Fitters | Boilermakers | Intermediate Riggers

We’re building a solid crew of reliable tradespeople who work hard, back each other, and want consistent ongoing work with a company that’s growing fast.

✔ Super on ALL hours
✔ Shutdown & Project Work across multiple plants in QLD
✔ Consistent Rosters
✔ Good crews. Good culture. Zero drama.
✔ Limited positions available

If you take pride in your work and want to be part of a team — we want to hear from you.

Know someone who'd be a great fit for the R8D crew? Share this post with them.

We’re also open to applicants who are new to the mining industry but bring strong transferable trade experience, a solid work ethic, and the right attitude to learn and grow within the industry.

Apply now through the SEEK link below.
https://au.seek.com/job/92186876?ref=direct-share-cm-ui

13/05/2026

Someone is waiting for you to make it home.

The end of shift doesn’t mean the risk is over.
For many workers, the most dangerous part of the day is the drive home.

Fatigue creeps in quietly.
Heavy eyes. Missed signs. Drifting lanes. Turning the music up just to stay alert.

If that’s happening, don’t push through it.

Pull over.
Take a break.
Swap drivers.
Make the call.

No job is worth not making it home.

Drive So Others Survive.

10/05/2026

This week is National Road Safety Week.

For our team, road safety isn’t just a campaign — it’s part of every swing, every roster and every trip home.

Thousands of workers across Queensland drive long stretches of highway every week to get to site and back to their families.
And right now, Queensland is facing one of its worst road toll periods in years.

A moment of distraction.
One bad decision.
One rushed overtake.
One drive while fatigued.

That’s all it takes to change lives forever.

This year’s message is simple:
Drive So Others Survive.

At R8D Industries, we want every worker, contractor, mate, mum, dad, son and daughter to make it home safely.

Slow down.
Take breaks.
Put the phone away.
Speak up if you’re too tired to drive.

No job is more important than getting home alive.

09/05/2026

At R8D Industries, we know that while we’re busy growing our business, many of the mums behind our team are busy growing something even more important — their families.

Whether you’re holding things together at home, supporting long swings away, juggling school runs, night shifts, lunch boxes, or simply being the backbone for those around you — today we celebrate you.

To all the mums, step-mums, grandmothers, partners, and mother figures in our R8D community — thank you for everything you do behind the scenes that often goes unseen.

Happy Mother’s Day from the team at R8D Industries 💐

24/04/2026

Today we pause to remember the courage, sacrifice, and mateship of those who served.

Lest we forget.