Company Overview

Northern Australian Indigenous Mining Services Pty Ltd (NAIMS), originally established as Aurukun Earthmoving in 2006, is a 100% local Aboriginal-owned business based in Weipa, Queensland. With a longstanding partnership with Rio Tinto’s Weipa operations, NAIMS has grown into a trusted provider of essential mining and earthmoving services. Our company is deeply committed to creating opportunities for Indigenous employment and contributing to the sustainable development of our communities and land.

Vision

Our vision is for the Wik and Wik Waya people to lead empowered, imaginative lives, where they can move confidently between their traditional lands, mainstream Australian society, and the global stage. We envision a future with strong cultural identities, cohesive families, and abundant opportunities, where our people are self- determined and our communities are resilient and prosperous. Through NAIMS, we aim to build a legacy of economic strength, environmental stewardship, and cultural vitality for generations to come.