Supporting Indigenous enterprise and training at RTL

In 2025, RTL strengthened its commitment to Indigenous participation through two key initiatives across Australia.

In the Northern Territory, RTL continued its longterm partnership with Tracks Indigenous, working in shared Darwin offices to support recruitment for direct employees and labour hire, including site personnel. RTL also partnered with Yerran, a local Indigenousowned business providing procurement, logistics and consumables supply in Darwin, reinforcing their commitment to supporting local suppliers and building Indigenous enterprise.

In Victoria, RTL partnered with the Latrobe City Council to deliver the ‘Steps to the Future’ Indigenous training program. This 12-week paid program offered practical training in articulated dump truck operations, a nationally accredited licence, an Occupational Health and Safety White Card, and hands-on mentoring. Participants Tanaya McKinnon and Marcus McMahon successfully completed the program, each gaining confidence and new pathways into civil construction and mining.

“This program gave me the confidence to try something new. I never thought I’d be doing this – and loving it,” Tanaya shared. “I’m proud of what I’ve achieved and excited for what’s next,” Marcus said.

These initiatives highlight RTL’s approach to creating real pathways for Indigenous people – supporting Indigenous employment, capability and local business partnerships.