EWP Operators

Active Tree Services; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time role

Fortnightly RDO

Overtime and travel allowances

Tools and PPE supplied

Training and development

Job summary

Active Tree Services is seeking EWP Operators in Victoria to support vegetation clearance around powerlines, with development into specialised machinery operation. You will work across Warrnambool, Portland and Hamilton, with travel up to an hour to site.

This secure, full‑time role offers up to $45.00 per hour plus super, consistent overtime, LAHA/travel allowances, fortnightly RDO, and comprehensive PPE and training. Weekly schedule Monday to Friday, 8.5 hours per day.

Qualifications

• EWP/ High Risk Licence required.
• Mechanical aptitude and confidence working with equipment.
• Motivation to learn specialised machinery operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate EWPs and support machinery operations.
• Carry out pre-start and maintenance checks.
• Set up drop zones and exclusion zones and assist safety tasks.

Skills

EWP Operator

High Risk Licence

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Cert II ESI Powerline Vegetation Control

Job description

EWP Operators ready to step into something new — this one’s for you.

We’re looking for EWP Operators who have strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy hands‑on work, and are motivated to learn a new skill in machinery operation.

With work across the Warrnambool region, this is a secure, full‑time opportunity with consistent hours, overtime available, and the chance to expand your capability into specialised machinery operation, with DIDO options for the right candidate.

The Role:

Reporting to the Supervisor, you’ll support vegetation clearance around powerlines while building your capability across specialised plant and machinery. You’ll work across Warrnambool, Portland and Hamilton, typically travelling up to an hour to site, with paid LAHA opportunities available on select projects.

You’ll rotate across a mix of:

• Operating EWPs and supporting specialised machinery operations
• Pre‑start and maintenance checks
• Setting up drop zones and exclusion zones
• Safety observing + chainsaw tasks

What’s In It For You

• Up to $45.00 per hour + super (experience dependent)
• Consistent overtime + travel allowances
• Fortnightly RDO for better work‑life balance
• All PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and uniforms provided + tools
• Permanent, secure full‑time role - Monday to Friday, 8.5‑hour shifts from 7.00am – 4.00pm
• Well‑maintained equipment and supportive crew environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

To Be Considered (Essential)

• EWP / High Risk Licence
• Mechanical aptitude and confidence working with equipment
• Motivation to learn machinery operation and expand your skill set

Great, but not essential:

• First Aid/CPR
• White Card
• Jarraff Specialised Machine licence (UETDRVC011)
• MR/HR Truck Licence
• Chainsaw operation qualification (Certificate Level 1 & 2) preferred
• Industry experience and/or qualifications (Cert II ESI Powerline Vegetation Control)

Who are Active?

We are a family and Australian owned company, that is Australia’s largest provider of arboriculture, vegetation management and consultancy services. We service and advise major cities, governments, and utility companies across Australia, to help keep our environment safe and green.

At Active, we have a proven track record of nurturing our people, equipping them with the skills and qualifications to succeed. Through traineeships, apprenticeships, and internal development, our team members have the opportunity to grow, thrive, and advance across and up our organisation. Join Active and you will have a clear path to success.

Check out our team member stories on our website www.activetreeservices.com.au