Experienced Excavator/Combo Operator

KAT Earthmoving; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Weekly wages

Career development

Well maintained fleet

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

KAT Earthmoving in Rockhampton, Queensland is looking for an experienced Excavator / Combo Operator on a casual basis. You will operate excavators and skid steers on site and support general earthworks.

This role requires White Card and machine tickets, HR/HC license, physical fitness, and a proactive safety mindset. You will work in a fast-paced team, with weekly pay and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• Experience operating civil & rural environments
• Final trim operation of excavators and skid steers
• Ability to load/unload machinery from trucks and trailers
• Construction Induction White Card & Relevant Machinery Tickets
• HR/HC License
• Proven ability to operate a wide range of Excavator and Skid Steer attachments
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety and proactive risk management
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Current Driver's license and own transport
• Initiative and work independently
• Willingness to work as part of a team and assist with other duties
• Physically fit
• Able to pass random drug and alcohol test

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operating a range of construction equipment
• Undertaking general earthworks, including digging, loading, site preparation tasks and final trim
• Performing routine maintenance and pre-start checks on assigned machinery
• Adhering to health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Maintaining detailed records of work completed and equipment usage

Skills

Excavator operation

Skid steer operation

Site safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

HR/HC License

Drug-free

Physical fitness

Initiative

Education

White Card (Construction Induction)

Tools

Plant attachments

Job description

KAT Earthmoving is seeking an experienced Excavator / Combo Operatorto join our team in Rockhampton, Queensland on a Casual basis. In this role, you will be responsible for the operation of various trucks and machinery on site, playing a crucial role in our team.

What you'll be doing

• Safely and efficiently operating a range of construction equipment
• Undertaking general earthworks, including digging, loading, site preparation tasks and final trim
• Performing routine maintenance and pre-start checks on assigned machinery
• Adhering to all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Maintaining detailed records of work completed and equipment usage

What we're looking for

• Experience operating within Civil & Rural environments
• Final trim operation of a range of plant and machinery, primarily excavators and skid steers
• Ability to load and unload machinery from trucks and trailers
• Construction Induction White Card & Relevant Machinery Tickets
• HR/HC License
• Experienced in the operation of a wide range of Excavator and Skid Steer attachments
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety and a proactive approach to risk management
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Current Driver's license and own transport
• Initiative and be able to work without supervision
• Willingness to work as part of a team, and assist with other duties as and when required
• Physically fit
• Able to pass random drug and alcohol test

What we offer

At KAT Earthmoving we value our employees and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. Some of the benefits you can expect include:

• Competitive salary and allowances
• Wages paid on a weekly basis
• Opportunities for career development and ongoing training
• Well maintained Fleet
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture