Civil Excavator Operator (5–8t) – Rockhampton

TBG Qld

Rockhampton Regional

On-site

AUD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Permanent, full-time employment
Immediate start available
Competitive rates and travel allowance
Varied infrastructure projects
Career progression opportunities

Job summary

TBG Qld is seeking a skilled Excavator / Plant Operator for civil infrastructure projects in Rockhampton. This permanent, full-time role offers varied work across essential infrastructure with opportunities to advance plant competencies.

Based in Rockhampton with potential travel, you will operate 5–8 tonne excavators, perform trenching and earthworks, and support civil construction on power and utility projects while maintaining high safety standards.

Qualifications

  • Experience operating 5–8 tonne excavators.
  • Strong trenching and detailed earthworks skills.
  • Ability to work safely around underground services and live construction environments.
  • Current Construction Industry White Card.
  • Current Australian Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

  • Operate 5–8 tonne excavators safely and efficiently.
  • Complete trenching, excavation, earthworks and backfilling.
  • Excavate safely around underground services.
  • Support civil construction on power and utility projects.
  • Complete daily plant pre-starts, inspections and basic maintenance checks.
  • Promptly report plant faults or maintenance needs.
  • Operate other plant and equipment as trained.
  • Assist with general site and construction activities.
  • Follow SWMS, risk assessments and safe work practices.
  • Maintain clean, safe work areas and plant.

Skills

5–8t excavators
Trenching
Underground services safety
Site safety mindset
Team collaboration

Education

Construction Industry White Card
Australian Driver’s Licence

Job description

TBG Qld is seeking a skilled Excavator / Plant Operator for civil infrastructure projects in Rockhampton. This permanent, full-time role offers varied work across essential infrastructure with opportunities to advance plant competencies.

Based in Rockhampton with potential travel, you will operate 5–8 tonne excavators, perform trenching and earthworks, and support civil construction on power and utility projects while maintaining high safety standards.

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