Excavator Operator

Fetch Recruitment; Geelong; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Geelong

Immediate start

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Job summary

Fetch Recruitment is seeking reliable civil plant operators for immediate start in Geelong, VIC. You will operate excavators and other civil plant on sewer and subdivision works, excavating trenches and assisting with pipe installation while safely managing underground services.

Ideal candidates have proven civil operating experience, the ability to work with trench shields/shoring and to maintain clear communication with ground crews.

Qualifications

• Proven civil operating experience, ideally on sewer, drainage or subdivision projects.
• Confidence with trench excavation and working around underground services.
• Ability to work safely and communicate clearly with ground crews.
• Reliable attendance and availability for an immediate start.
• Construction White Card is required.
• Must be able to pass onsite breath testing and drug and alcohol testing when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and civil plant across sewer and subdivision works.
• Excavate trenches and assist with sewer pipe installation.
• Work safely around existing underground services.
• Place bedding material, backfill and support compaction works.
• Coordinate with pipelayers and ground crews to achieve grades.
• Provide general earthworks and site support as needed.

Skills

Civil plant operation

Trench excavation

Underground services awareness

Reliable attendance

Clear communication with crews

Education

Construction White Card

Tools

Plant tickets/competencies

Trench shields / shoring

Job description

• Up to $50.00 per hour + Travel + Meals + Super + Penalties
• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• Immediate start – ongoing work
• Geelong VIC

Fetch are partnering with a sewer contractor delivering works on a subdivision project in Geelong. We’re looking for reliable, experienced civil operators who can join the crew immediately and support ongoing sewer installation and associated earthworks.

What you’ll be doing

• Operating excavators and other civil plant across sewer and subdivision works
• Excavating trenches and assisting with sewer pipe installation
• Working safely around existing underground services
• Placing bedding material, backfilling and supporting compaction works
• Working closely with pipelayers and ground crews to achieve required levels and grades
• General earthworks and site support as required

Must have:

• Proven civil operating experience, ideally on sewer, drainage or subdivision projects
• Confidence with trench excavation and working around underground services
• Ability to work safely and communicate clearly with ground crews
• Reliable attendance and availability for an immediate start
• Relevant plant tickets/competencies and a Construction White Card
• Ability to pass onsite breath testing and drug and alcohol testing when required

Ideal candidate (not essential):

• Previous sewer reticulation or subdivision experience
• Experience working with trench shields or shoring systems
• Ability to work to laser levels and specified grades
• Experience supporting pipelaying crews

What’s on offer

• Ongoing work in Geelong
• Immediate start available
• Up to $50.00 per hour + Travel + Meals + Super + Penalties
• Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right operator

For more information, contact Leo on 0420 958 825.