Civil - Operator (Grader Final Trim) – Local Projects (Whitsunday Region)

Fergus Builders; Cannonvale; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job stability

Local projects

Variety of projects

Supportive team

Growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Fergus Builders in the Whitsunday region is seeking an experienced Civil Operator specializing in Grader Final Trim. You’ll contribute across build pads, carparks, subdivisions and commercial earthworks, delivering safe, accurate outcomes.

Reporting to the Civil Project Manager, you’ll operate a range of well-maintained machinery, perform daily checks and read site plans to maintain high safety and quality standards. HR licence and White Card are essential.

Qualifications

• Final Trim and GPS experience is essential.
• Grader operating experience is essential.
• Demonstrated experience operating civil construction machinery is required.
• Current HR licence is essential.
• Current White Card is essential.
• Current driver’s licence and reliable transport.
• Sound knowledge of civil construction methods and materials.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Reliable, organised and team-focused approach.
• Willingness to grow with the role.

Responsibilities

• Grader operation including GPS and Trimble.
• Operate civil plant and machinery (excavators, loaders, rollers, posi tracks, water trucks, graders).
• Complete earthworks for build pads, carparks, subdivisions and commercial projects.
• Perform daily pre-start checks and report maintenance needs.
• Work from site plans, levels and technical drawings.
• Maintain accurate daily records using basic digital reporting tools.
• Identify site issues and contribute practical solutions.
• Maintain safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Keep plant and vehicles clean and well maintained.
• Support the team with labouring tasks as required.

Skills

Final Trim GPS

Grader operation

Civil plant

Safety minded

Team player

Job description

Civil - Operator (Grader Final Trim) – Local Projects (Whitsunday Region)

Civil - Operator (Grader - Final Trim)– Local Projects Whitsunday Region

Are you an experienced Civil Operator with Grader Final Trim experience looking for secure, long-term work with a respected local company?

Fergus Builders has a strong pipeline of civil projects across the Whitsunday region, and we’re looking for a capable, hands‑on operator to join our growing team.

This is a varied role working across build pads, carparks, subdivisions and commercial earthworks. You’ll operate a range of well‑maintained machinery while helping the team deliver safe, accurate and high‑quality results.

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• Competitive hourly rate, based on experience
• Job Stability - Consistent hours and a strong pipeline of work
• Predominantly local projects throughout the Whitsunday region
• Variety of civil projects and machinery
• Supportive, down‑to‑earth team environment
• Opportunity to grow with the role
• Employee Assistance Program

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Civil Project Manager, you’ll play a key role across a variety of civil projects.

Projects range from build pads and carparks to subdivisions and more—so no two days are the same.

Key responsibilities include:

• Grader operation including GPS and Trimble
• Operating civil plant and machinery, including excavators, loaders, rollers, posi tracks, water trucks and graders
• Completing earthworks for build pads, carparks, subdivisions and commercial projects
• Performing daily pre‑start checks and reporting maintenance requirements
• Working from site plans, levels and technical drawings
• Maintaining accurate daily records using basic digital reporting tools
• Identifying site issues and contributing practical solutions
• Maintaining high standards of safety, quality and environmental compliance
• Keeping plant and vehicles clean and well maintained
• Labouring tasks to assist the team as required.

ABOUT YOU

Essential:

• Final Trim and GPS experience
• Grader operating experience
• Demonstrated experience operating civil construction machinery
• Current HR licence
• Current White Card
• Current driver’s licence and reliable transport
• Sound knowledge of civil construction methods and materials
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Reliable, organised and team‑focused approach
• Willingness to grow with the role

Highly regarded:

• Subdivision or commercial earthworks experience
• Ability to read plans, levels and technical drawings
• Previous experience leading or coordinating site activities

You don’t need experience operating every machine listed. If you’re a skilled operator with a strong work ethic and are willing to broaden your capabilities, we’d still like to hear from you.

ABOUT FERGUS

Fergus is a locally owned, award‑winning construction company that has been delivering quality Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Civil projects since 1983.

We value people who take pride in their work, look after their equipment and contribute positively to the team.

Fergus Builders are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.