35T Excavator Operator - Water & Sewer Infrastructure (Sydney)

WESTERN EARTHMOVING PTY LTD; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fuel card

Overtime

Income protection insurance

Training opportunities

Social events

Job summary

WEM Water, a Sydney Water accredited provider, is looking for experienced Excavator Operators to join our team across Greater Sydney water and sewer infrastructure projects. We require hands-on experience with 35T excavators and strong trenching/benching skills.

You will operate safely on site, coordinate with spotters and pipe layers, and follow site plans, site safety procedures and SWMS. WEM Water offers competitive wages, allowances, regular overtime and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience operating 35T excavators in civil construction.
• Deep trenching and benching experience required.
• Experience on Sydney Water or water/sewer projects is highly regarded.
• Construction White Card and valid driver's licence required.
• Safety-focused with high standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate 35T excavators safely and efficiently across water and sewer infrastructure projects.
• Undertake deep trenching, excavation and benching works to required levels and specifications.
• Excavate around existing underground services and utilities with appropriate care and controls.
• Complete backfilling, material placement and detailed excavation as required.
• Coordinate closely with spotters, pipe layers and supervisors during excavation activities.
• Work to site plans, levels, markings and project specifications.
• Work in accordance with Sydney Water requirements, SWMS and site safety procedures.
• Complete daily plant inspections and basic maintenance, including checking oil levels and greasing.
• Keep plant and equipment clean, tidy and well maintained.
• Work closely with site crews to safely and efficiently deliver project outcomes and meet project timelines.
• Assist with other site activities as required to support the broader project team.

Skills

35T excavator operation

Deep trenching

Benching

Sydney Water project experience

Education

Construction White Card

Driver's Licence

Job description

WEM Water, a Sydney Water accredited provider, is looking for experienced Excavator Operators to join our team across Greater Sydney water and sewer infrastructure projects. We require hands-on experience with 35T excavators and strong trenching/benching skills.

You will operate safely on site, coordinate with spotters and pipe layers, and follow site plans, site safety procedures and SWMS. WEM Water offers competitive wages, allowances, regular overtime and ongoing training.