Final trim operator

Engineering Trades Australia; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Perth-based work

Final Trim Operator position

Start date - TBC

Civil and earthworks environment

Hands-on role with an experienced team

Opportunity to utilise GPS skills

Support from our recruitment team

Job summary

Engineering Trades Australia in Perth is seeking an experienced Final Trim Operator to join our clients for upcoming civil and earthworks projects. You will be responsible for accurate earthworks finishing, using GPS/machine control, and delivering to levels and specs.

This hands-on role suits someone with proven GPS experience, strong attention to detail, and a safety-focused mindset. Local candidates with Australian working rights are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Final Trim Operator.
• Strong final trim and detailed earthworks experience.
• Demonstrated experience using GPS/machine control systems.
• Relevant plant tickets/competencies.

Responsibilities

• Completing final trim earthworks.
• Operating relevant heavy mobile plant.
• Working accurately to levels and specifications.
• Using GPS/machine control systems.
• Trimming surfaces to required tolerances.
• Bulk and detailed earthworks.
• Preparing areas for subsequent construction activities.
• Completing daily pre-start inspections.
• Identifying and reporting equipment issues.
• Liaising with supervisors and other operators.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, accuracy and productivity.

Skills

Final Trim

GPS/machine control

Earthworks experience

Plant tickets

White Card

Driver's Licence

Australian working rights

Job description

Perth-Based | Competitive Pay Rate | Start Date TBC | Experienced Operators Wanted

We are currently seeking an experienced Final Trim Operator to join our client for upcoming works based in Perth, WA. This opportunity is suited to a skilled operator with proven final trim and GPS experience who can work accurately to levels, plans and specifications across civil and earthworks projects. If you're confident on the machine, have a strong eye for detail and can consistently deliver high-quality final trim work, we want to hear from you.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive hourly rate
• Perth-based work
• Final Trim Operator position
• Start date - TBC
• Civil and earthworks environment
• Hands-on role with an experienced team
• Opportunity to utilise your final trim and GPS skills
• Support from our recruitment team throughout your assignment

The Role

As a Final Trim Operator, you'll be responsible for completing accurate earthworks and finishing activities to required levels and specifications. Your duties may include:

• Completing final trim earthworks
• Operating relevant heavy mobile plant
• Working accurately to levels, plans and specifications
• Using GPS/machine control systems
• Trimming surfaces to required tolerances
• Bulk and detailed earthworks
• Preparing areas for subsequent construction activities
• Completing daily pre-start inspections
• Identifying and reporting equipment issues
• Working around other plant, personnel and services
• Liaising with supervisors and other operators
• Maintaining high standards of safety, accuracy and productivity

What We're Looking For

To be considered, you will ideally have:

• Proven experience as a Final Trim Operator
• Strong final trim and detailed earthworks experience
• Demonstrated experience using GPS/machine control systems
• Relevant plant tickets/competencies
• Previous civil construction or earthworks experience
• Ability to work accurately to levels and specifications
• Strong understanding of safe plant operation
• Current Construction White Card
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Ability to complete daily pre-starts and equipment checks
• High attention to detail
• Reliable and safety-focused attitude
• Ability to work effectively within a site team
• Full Australian working rights

About You

You're an experienced operator who understands that final trim requires precision. You're confident operating machinery, comfortable using GPS technology and able to achieve the required levels and tolerances without constant supervision. You'll bring a strong safety mindset, good communication skills and pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.