Civil Plant Operator- Excavator, Skid Steer, Moxy/Roller, HR Licensed

JV Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowance included

Travel allowance

Overtime pay rates

Job summary

JV Recruitment is seeking experienced civil plant operators for Sydney projects, including excavator, skid steer, moxy, roller, HR license holders. Roles require solid site experience and the ability to work as part of a team on civil construction sites.

Ongoing work with overtime opportunities and allowances is offered, with a focus on reliable operators who can start immediately and travel to multiple locations around Sydney.

Qualifications

• 12 months construction experience minimum
• Background in civil construction
• White Card and Full Australian work rights required
• Own reliable transport essential due to project locations
• Full PPE and relevant machinery tickets are required

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery as assigned (excavator, skid steer, moxy, roller, HR, watercart)
• Work safely within civil construction teams and standard procedures
• Maintain equipment and report any issues promptly
• Overtime opportunities with penalties as needed

Skills

Construction experience

Civil construction background

White Card

Australian work rights

Own transport

Tools

Excavator ticket

Skid Steer ticket

Moxy/Roller ticket

HR License

Watercart ticket

Job description

Civil Plant Operator- Excavator, Skid Steer, Moxy/Roller, HR Licensed

Job description Great opportunity to get on board with some of Sydney's most Prominent Civil Construction Groups.

JV Recruitment have a massive push on Civil Construction in 2026; we are seeking to fill a variety of civil based roles, including multiple civil operators/Labourers for projects in Sydney CBD, Western Suburbs, North Sydney and the Central Coast.

We are looking for experienced civil operators for machinery such as excavator, skid steer, moxy, roller, HR Licensed and watercart operators. Proven previous experience in plant operation is a must.

If you are looking to enhance your career in civil these roles are perfect for getting your foot in the door with huge opportunities for progression as well as guaranteed overtime if you desire.

For the right candidates work will be ongoing with extensive opportunities for overtime paid at overtime rates with the high majority of our candidates progressing into full time role.

ON OFFER:

• $42-$55 Per Hour (experience dependent) + Penalties + Super
• Meal allowance included (over 9.5 hours on a shift)
• Additional Travel allowance
• Time and a half and double-time rates paid for overtime
• On-going roles

ROLE DUTIES: Operating duties can vary dependent on the plant you will be operating; we have a number of clients looking for candidates with a variety of tickets and experience using various plant.

Roles include excavator, skid steer, moxy, roller, HR, and watercart operators.

Key requirements needed to apply:

• White Card
• Full Australian work Rights
• Must be able to work well within a team environment.
• 12 months construction experience minimum
• Background in civil construction
• Full PPE
• Relevant machinery tickets
• Own reliable transport is essential due to locations of the projects