EWP Operators

Active Tree Services; Warrnambool; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

Overtime opportunities

Travel allowances

PPE provided

Job summary

Active Tree Services is seeking EWP Operators to step into a secure, full‑time role across the Warrnambool region, with opportunities to advance into specialised machinery operation. You’ll work across Warrnambool, Portland and Hamilton, travel up to an hour to sites, and benefit from paid LAHA opportunities and reliable overtime.

You’ll rotate through operating EWPs, performing pre-start checks, setting up zones, observing safety, and conducting risk assessments, with full PPE provided and a

Qualifications

• Current driver’s licence.
• EWP / High Risk Licence.
• Mechanical aptitude and confidence working with equipment.
• Motivation to learn machinery operation and expand your skill set.

Responsibilities

• Operating EWPs and supporting specialised machinery operations.
• Pre-start and maintenance checks.
• Setting up drop zones and exclusion zones.
• Safety observing + chainsaw tasks.
• Conducting on-site risk assessments.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on

Motivation to learn

EWP operation

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
• Conducting on-site risk assessments

What’s In It For You

• $40 - $49 p/h (incl. super)
• 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)

• Current driver’s licence
• 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.