Casual Excavator Operator & HR Truck Driver

QLD Earthworks Pty Ltd; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing casual work

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

QLD Earthworks Pty Ltd – Burleigh Heads QLD is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator / HR Truck Driver for ongoing casual work on Gold Coast civil and earthworks projects. You will operate excavators, drive an HR truck with an Open Road Ranger gearbox, and assist with site duties as required.

The role demands confidence with plant, civil earthworks experience, and pride in quality work. A strong work ethic, safety focus and willingness to get involved are essential.

Qualifications

• Current HR driver's licence.
• Competent driving an HR truck with an Open Road Ranger gearbox.
• Relevant excavator tickets/licences for the work being undertaken.
• Proven practical experience operating excavators in civil construction or earthworks.
• White Card (Construction Induction).
• Ability to work safely around plant, vehicles and other site personnel.
• Physically capable of performing the practical duties associated with the role.
• Reliable, punctual and able to follow instructions.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in.
• Commitment to safe work practices and following site procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate excavators across a variety of civil and earthworks projects
• Drive a HR truck with an Open Road Ranger gearbox
• Transport plant, equipment & materials as required
• Carry out excavation, trenching, site preparation, earthmoving and associated works within your competency
• Conduct daily pre-start inspections on plant, vehicles and equipment
• Identify and report defects, hazards, incidents and safety concerns
• Follow SWMS, site instructions, pre-start requirements and established safety procedures
• Assist with general labouring and site duties when required
• Maintain plant, vehicles, equipment and work areas in a safe and tidy condition
• Work effectively with supervisors, labourers, other operators and site personnel
• Participate in site inductions, pre-starts, toolbox talks and other required safety activities

Skills

Excavator operation

HR truck driving

Open Road Ranger gearbox

White Card

Civil construction experience

Earthworks

Reliable

Punctual

Job description

QLD Earthworks Pty Ltd – Burleigh Heads QLD is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator / HR Truck Driver for ongoing casual work on Gold Coast civil and earthworks projects. You will operate excavators, drive an HR truck with an Open Road Ranger gearbox, and assist with site duties as required.

The role demands confidence with plant, civil earthworks experience, and pride in quality work. A strong work ethic, safety focus and willingness to get involved are essential.