Excavator Operator - Drainage

Minecon Recruitment; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Immediate start

On-site project

Safety-focused team

Job summary

Minecon Recruitment is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator for a civil drainage project based in Caboolture. You will operate an 8T Kobelco excavator, trenching and backfilling in coordination with pipe crews and labourers on site.

Applicants should have proven excavator experience in civil construction, current RII competency or VOC, and a White Card. This role offers an immediate start on a Caboolture-based project with a safety-focused team.

Qualifications

• Proven excavator operating experience on civil projects.
• Current Excavator RII competency or VOC.
• Current Construction White Card.
• Strong safety awareness around underground services.

Responsibilities

• Carry out trenching and excavation for drainage works.
• Operate an 8T Kobelco excavator safely around existing services.
• Work with pipe crews and labourers to maintain site efficiency.
• Complete pre-start checks and maintain equipment.
• Follow site SWMS and trench safety requirements.
• Assist with general labouring duties as needed.

Skills

Excavator operation

Civil construction

Safety awareness

Team player

Education

RII competency

VOC

White Card

Job description

Minecon Recruitment is seeking an experienced Excavator operator to join a well-established civil contractor on a project based in Caboolture.

The project involves drainage works, including the relocation of existing sewer and water mains, as part of early works for an upcoming road upgrade in Caboolture.

You will be operating an 8T Kobelco excavator, trenching and backfilling working with experienced pipe crew and labourers.

What's on Offer?

• $62.00 per hour + daily travel allowance.
• Caboolture-based project.
• 8T Excavator - No GPS requirements
• Supportive and safety-focused team.
• Immediate start
• Work alongside an experienced civil construction crew.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out trenching and detailed excavation for drainage installation.
• Working safely and accurately around existing underground services.
• Ensuring excavation works are completed to required levels, grades and specifications.
• Working closely with pipe crews and ground personnel to maintain efficient site operations.
• Following site safety procedures, including trench safety requirements and SWMS.
• Maintaining equipment and completing daily pre-start checks.

What We're Looking For

• Proven excavator operating experience across civil construction projects, ideally drainage and underground services.
• Experience with detailed excavation, trenching and working around existing services.
• Previous experience on stormwater drainage, pipe laying or pipeline projects highly regarded.
• Current Excavator RII competency or VOC.
• Current Construction White Card.
• Strong understanding of excavation safety, trenching procedures and site safety requirements.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a civil construction crew.
• Willingness to assist with general labouring duties when required.

If you're an experienced Excavator Operator looking for work through until early 2027, we'd love to hear from you!