Excavator Operator

Engineeringtradesaustralia; Terranora; Hybrid; AUD 69,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Trades Australia (ETA) is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator for a civil construction project based in Terranora, NSW. Immediate start offered for operators with proven experience handling 32-tonne excavators, GPS, and rock breakers.

Initially ~3 weeks of work with potential for ongoing opportunities for the right candidate, located in Terranora, NSW. Competitive hourly rate and penalties are provided.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating 32-tonne excavators.
• Previous rock breaker experience essential.
• Previous Excavator GPS experience required.
• Strong civil construction / earthworks background.
• Relevant plant tickets and competencies.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

Skills

32-tonne excavator

GPS operation

Rock breaker

Civil earthworks

Plant tickets

Health and safety

Tools

GPS system

Rock breaker

Job description

Excavator Operator | 32T Excavator, GPS & Rock Breaker | Terranora, NSW

10th November, 2026

Engineering Trades Australia (ETA) is currently seeking an experienced Excavator Operator for a civil construction project based in Terranora, NSW.

This is an immediate start opportunity for an operator with proven experience operating 32-tonne excavators, with GPS and rock breakers. Initially offering approximately 3 weeks of work, with the potential for ongoing opportunities for the right candidate.

What's on offer:

• $50-$52.50 per hour + penalties
• Approximately 3 weeks of work
• Immediate start
• Potential for ongoing work
• Terranora, NSW location

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience operating 32-tonne excavators
• Previous rock breaker experience essential
• Previous Excavator GPS experience required
• Strong civil construction / earthworks background
• Relevant plant tickets and competencies
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Reliable, punctual and able to start immediately