Civil Excavator Operator

Protech; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ASAP Start

Ongoing project work

Day shift

Saturday work (rare)

Subdivision developments

Job summary

Protech is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join a busy civil construction team working on subdivision projects across Mackay and surrounding areas. The role offers a day shift roster with ASAP start and ongoing project work.

You will perform bulk and detailed earthworks, trenching, drainage installation, and site preparation from plans and grade control systems. Final trim experience is highly regarded, with a focus on safety and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• Final trim experience is preferred.
• Current HR Licence is required.
• Current White Card is required.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Reliable transport and a strong work ethic are essential.

Responsibilities

• Bulk and detailed earthworks.
• Trenching and drainage installation.
• Site preparation and land development projects.
• Working from plans and grade control systems.
• Final trim works (highly regarded).
• Maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Skills

Final trim experience

Safety conscious

Reliable transport

Strong work ethic

HR Licence

Education

HR Licence

White Card

Job description

Excavator Operator | Mackay & Surrounding Areas ASAP Start | Ongoing Work | $49.00/hr Base + Penalties
We are currently seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join a busy civil construction team working on subdivision projects throughout Mackay and surrounding areas.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled operator looking for ongoing work, competitive rates, and a stable day-shift roster.

About the Role

• Bulk and detailed earthworks
• Trenching and drainage installation
• Site preparation and land development projects
• Working from plans and grade control systems
• Final trim works (highly regarded)
• Maintaining a safe and productive work environment

What We’re Looking For

• Final trim experience preferred
• Current HR Licence
• Current White Card
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Reliable transport and a strong work ethic

What’s On Offer

• $49.00 per hour Base + Penalties
• ASAP Start
• Ongoing project work
• Day shift only
• Rare Saturday work required
• Opportunity to work on major subdivision developments across the Mackay region

Work Schedule

• Monday – Thursday: 7:00am – 4:30pm
• Friday: 7:00am – 3:30pm

About Protech

• Safe and reliable work.
• A ready, responsive and caring team.
• Correct pay, on time.

As an equal opportunity employer, Protech provides opportunities with leading clients across construction, mining, asphalt, rail, warehousing and manufacturing and has branches in every state and territory. This means we can provide you with Great Work, no matter where you call home.