Excavator Operator

PT LHR; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PT LHR in Melbourne seeks an experienced excavator operator to support earthworks on site. You will operate an excavator to excavate, move and grade materials, read project blueprints, and follow safety procedures. The role requires teamwork and a commitment to documenting work accurately.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of excavator operation experience, with routine maintenance duties and strong safety awareness as part of daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment, specifically excavators.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project specifications.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavator to excavate, move, and grade earth, rock, gravel, or other materials.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Follow safety procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Communicate with team members for efficient project completion.
• Read and interpret blueprints and project specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed.

Skills

Experience operating excavators

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maintenance knowledge

Job description

• Experience operating heavy equipment, specifically excavators
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project specifications
• Knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines
• Ability to work well in a team environment

Responsibilities:

• Operate excavator to excavate, move, and grade earth, rock, gravel, or other materials
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment
• Follow safety procedures to ensure a safe work environment
• Communicate with team members for efficient project completion
• Read and interpret blueprints and project specifications
• Maintain accurate records of work performed

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• -Minimum of 2 years experience operating an excavator
• -Knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines
• -Able to perform routine maintenance on equipment