Excavator Operator required ASAP

Work Initiatives; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual Employment

Job summary

Work Initiatives in Far North Queensland is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join our civil construction crew. You’ll handle trenching and excavations for sewer, water, and stormwater projects, working across Cairns region and surrounding areas.

You’ll read plans, contribute to job planning with the project team, and address on-site issues to keep work safe, on time and to a high standard of quality. This casual role offers on-site work with supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators in civil construction.
• Valid White Card and RIIMPO320 ticket.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Reliable, with a team-focused attitude.
• Good safety awareness and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators for trenching and excavation work.
• Read and interpret council and stakeholder plans.
• Assist with job planning and coordinate with project team.
• Identify and solve on-site issues to keep work on schedule.
• Maintain high safety and quality standards on site.

Skills

Excavator operation

White Card

RIIMPO320 ticket

Reading site plans

Problem solving

Communication

Team player

Civil construction knowledge

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Excavator Operator to start ASAP.

As part of our crew, you’ll play a key role in civil construction projects across Far North Queensland, including trenching and excavation for sewer, water and stormwater systems.

What you’ll do

• Operate excavators for trenching and detailed excavation work
• Read and interpret council and stakeholder plans
• Contribute to job planning and work closely with the wider project team
• Identify and solve on-site issues to keep jobs safe, on track and delivered on time
• Help deliver an exceptional result to a high standard of quality and safety

What you’ll need

• Proven experience operating excavators in civil construction
• White Card and excavator ticket (RIIMPO320 or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of civil construction planning and rollout
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Strong work ethic and a team-oriented attitude

What we offer

• Casual Employment
• Cairns and surrounding Tablelands but never too far

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