EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

Califam Constructions; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Califam Constructions in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to support our civil and sewer infrastructure projects. You will operate excavators safely and efficiently, perform pre-start checks and report defects in line with WHS standards.

Ideal candidates hold White Card and an excavator competency ticket, with deep trenching, digging and rock breaking experience. Sewer subdivision exposure is preferred, and you will join a safety‑minded team across several sites in Greater

Qualifications

• White Card is required.
• Excavator Operator competency ticket is required.
• Experience in deep excavation, trenching and rock breaking.
• Sewer subdivision experience preferred.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of excavators (20T+) including trenching, lifting, backfilling and rock breaking.
• Deep Trenching and Backfilling
• Daily pre-start checks and reporting of plant defects
• Compliance with all safety, environmental and quality systems

Skills

White Card

Excavator competency ticket

Deep trenching

Rock breaking

Job description

Califam Constructions is a well-established Civil Construction Company with projects throughout greater Melbourne. We are currently looking for an experienced Excavator Operator to join our team. You will be working across civil and sewer infrastructure projects, operating excavators safely and efficiently in line with company procedures and WHS requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe operation of excavators (20T+) including trenching, lifting, backfilling and rock breaking
• Deep Trenching and Backfilling
• Daily pre-start checks and reporting of plant defects
• Compliance with all safety, environmental and quality systems

Skills & Experience

• White Card (required)
• Excavator Operator competency ticket (required)
• Experience in deep excavation, trenching and rock breaking
• Sewer subdivision experience preferred
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work as part of a team