Excavator Operator

SGQ CORP PTE. LTD.; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term civil projects

Competitive remuneration

Supportive team environment

Stable employment

Training and progression

Job summary

SGQ Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join our Fraser Coast team. You will operate excavators and civil plant on local projects, while supporting day-to-day site activities and maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires a minimum 5+ years of final trim excavator experience, trenching exposure, a QLD White Card, a valid excavator competency ticket, strong communication, and a Certificate III in Civil Construction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Final Trim Excavator Operator experience.
• Experience in trenching operations (sewer, stormwater).
• QLD White Card – Work Safely in the Construction Industry (or equivalent).
• VOC/competency ticket for Excavator Operations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Certificate III in Civil Construction.
• Broader civil construction experience (roads, bridges, earthworks) and plant operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavator and civil plant following manufacturer guidelines and site rules.
• Perform general labouring/construction duties when not operating the plant.
• Maintain plant to a high standard for reliability and safety.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and crew members.
• Report incidents, near misses or hazards promptly to the Supervisor.
• Adhere to fatigue management obligations and relevant legislation.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

White Card – Work Safely in Construction

Certificate III in Civil Construction

Tools

VOC/competency ticket for Excavator Operations

Job description

Plant Operator – Excavator

Location: Hervey Bay, QLD

About the Role

SGQ Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join our Fraser Coast team. You will support civil, road and bridge projects across the region, operating plant safely and efficiently while contributing to day-to-day site activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate excavator and associated civil plant in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and site requirements.

• Perform general labouring/construction duties when not operating plant.

• Follow SGQ's integrated WHS, Environmental and Quality systems (ISO 45001, 9001, 14001).

• Maintain plant to a high standard to support reliability, safety and client expectations.

• Communicate effectively with supervisors, crew members and internal stakeholders.

• Report incidents, near misses or hazards promptly to the Supervisor.

• Comply with national fatigue management obligations and relevant legislation.

What’s On Offer

• Long-term pipeline of civil projects in the Fraser Coast region.

• Competitive remuneration aligned with experience.

• Supportive team environment and opportunities for development.

• Stable employment with a respected civil construction contractor.

• Opportunities for training and career progression, including various construction qualifications.

What We’re Looking For

Mandatory

• 5+ years Final Trim Excavator Operator.

• Component in trenching operations (sewer, stormwater).

• QLD White Card – Work Safely in the Construction Industry (Or Equivalent)

• VOC/competency ticket for Excavator Operations.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Certificate III in Civil Construction.

• Broader civil construction experience (roads, bridges, earthworks) and plant operation experience

Desirable

• Certificate III in Civil Construction.

• Broader civil construction experience (roads, bridges, earthworks) and plant operation experience

Working with SGQ

SGQ is a proud, family-owned and operated business known for its people-first culture, with many staff serving 5 to 25+ years. We respect personal time and weekends, promoting a healthy work-life balance – supported directly from top management.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities & generating local employment within the regions we operate. We encourage women in construction, Indigenous participation, and veteran employment in developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.