Due to the growth of our operations in Canberra, we have an opportunity for an Excavator Operator to join our team.

• Get involved with large and high-profile civil infrastructure projects in Sydney.
• Work with a progressive, and fast-growing business that rewards initiative.
• Opportunities for progression and professional development with ongoing training and support.
• Join a friendly and supportive team environment with a sense of community.

About the Role

• Operating with GPS and multiple machinery types such as loaders, dozers, etc.
• Work from plans to determine where essential services are located.
• Operating 5-30 ton Excavators
• Change and operate buckets, breakers etc.
• Some Final Trim Work
• Trenching & Back Filling
• Works in a safe manner and attends a pre-start before the commencement of work
• Use of Vacuum Truck to find underground services
• Abide by all Site Safety rules and procedures and applicable Commonwealth, State and local safety rules
• Carry all appropriate workplace licences and other documentation on-site at all times.

About You

• Minimum 2 years experience on a civil construction site.
• Final trim and bulk earthwork experience
• A valid White Card
• CPR, LV Rescue and First Aid
• Excavator (SOA & VOC)
• Overhead Awareness – (UETTDREL14 – Working safely near live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker)
• Appreciation for safety, work ethic, and maintenance of plant and machinery.

As a successful candidate you are expected to:

• Relevant tickets and licenses
• Have a minimum of five years of experience as an Excavator Operator/ Vacuum Truck Driver working on civil construction projects.
• Experience with utilities infrastructure projects is an advantage.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time