Excavator Operator – Sydney Water Civil Projects (Stable Work)

MGP Civil Contractors

Sydney

On-site

AUD 48,000 - 83,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate
Ongoing stable work
Consistent Sydney Water projects
Supportive team
Opportunity for ongoing employment

Job summary

MGP Civil is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join our team on Sydney Water water and sewer infrastructure projects across Sydney. You will operate excavators safely and efficiently around existing services, working closely with Supervisors and site crews to deliver projects to a high standard.

Experience on Sydney Water projects is essential, with a strong focus on WHS and exclusion zones. This role offers ongoing work with a supportive team and the potential for ongoing employment

Qualifications

  • Proven Sydney Water project experience is essential.
  • Experience operating excavators around existing underground services.
  • White Card and valid Excavator VOC.
  • Current Driver Licence with reliable transport.
  • Safety-minded with ability to follow site procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Operate excavators safely and efficiently (3t–50t)
  • Excavate around live underground services
  • Trench, lay pipes, backfill
  • Work within exclusion zones
  • Assist with civil and plumbing tasks as needed
  • Coordinate with Supervisors and site crews
  • Complete daily plant pre-starts
  • Follow SWMS and WHS requirements
  • Perform general labouring when required
  • Maintain a clean, safe, productive work site

Skills

Excavator operation
Sydney Water projects
Safety compliance
Team collaboration

Education

White Card

Tools

Excavator VOC
Driver Licence

Job description

MGP Civil is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join our team on Sydney Water water and sewer infrastructure projects across Sydney. You will operate excavators safely and efficiently around existing services, working closely with Supervisors and site crews to deliver projects to a high standard.

Experience on Sydney Water projects is essential, with a strong focus on WHS and exclusion zones. This role offers ongoing work with a supportive team and the potential for ongoing employment

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