Grader Operator – Bulk Earthworks & Final Trim

Quantum Civil; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Steady ongoing work

Strong project pipeline

Safety-focused team

Job summary

Quantum Civil is seeking a Grader Operator to run a Cat 140 grader with Trimble machine control across bulk earthworks and final trim operations in Melbourne and Geelong. You will contribute to accuracy and quality through design-level trimming of subgrade and pavements.

The role requires proven civil project experience, a grader ticket and a White Card, with a current Victorian driver’s licence. Travel to sites is expected as projects dictate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a final trim grader operator on civil projects.
• Strong working knowledge of Trimble GPS machine control.
• Ability to consistently achieve tight tolerances and a quality finish.
• Grader ticket / VOC (Verification of Competency).
• Construction Induction (White) Card.
• Current Victorian driver’s licence (HR licence highly regarded).
• Willingness to travel to sites across Geelong and Melbourne.

Responsibilities

• Operating a new Cat 140 grader on bulk earthworks, including cut-to-fill, spreading and shaping fill.
• Spreading, conditioning and trimming fill layers ready for compaction.
• Final trimming of subgrade, subbase and basecourse to design levels.
• Working with Trimble GPS machine control to meet design levels and tight tolerances.
• Shaping and trimming pavements, carparks, roads and building pads.
• Working closely with roller operators, water cart drivers and the survey team.
• Carrying out daily pre-start checks and basic machine care.
• Following site safety requirements, SWMS and traffic management plans.

Skills

Grader operator

Trimble GPS

Final trim

Safety mindset

Grader VOC

White Card

HR licence

Plan reading

Education

Grader ticket / VOC

Construction Induction Card

Tools

Cat 140 grader

Job description

Grader Operator – Bulk Earthworks & Final Trim

About us
Quantum Civil is a civil construction contractor delivering earthworks, pavements, carparks and site infrastructure across Melbourne and Geelong. We work with Government authorities and leading head contractors on education, commercial, road and community projects, and we’re known for quality finishes, safe sites and a team that backs each other.

The role
We’re looking for a skilled Grader Operator to run Cat 140 grader fitted with Trimble machinecontrol. You’ll work across the full earthworks cycle, from bulk earthworks and cut-to-fill through to accurate, high-quality final trim on subgrade and pavement layers, on projects ranging from carparks and roads to building pads.

What you’ll be doing

Operating a new Cat 140 grader on bulk earthworks, including cut-to-fill, spreading and shaping fill

Spreading, conditioning and trimming fill layers ready for compaction

Final trimming of subgrade, subbase and basecourse to design levels

Working with Trimble GPS machine control to meet design levels and tight tolerances

Shaping and trimming pavements, carparks, roads and building pads

Working closely with roller operators, water cart drivers and the survey team

Carrying out daily pre-start checks and basic machine care

Following site safety requirements, SWMS and traffic management plans

What we’re looking for

Proven experience as a final trim grader operator on civil projects

Strong working knowledge of Trimble (or similar) GPS machine control

Ability to consistently achieve tight tolerances and a quality finish

Grader ticket / VOC (Verification of Competency)

Construction Induction (White) Card

Current Victorian driver’s licence (HR licence highly regarded)

Good understanding of plans, levels and pavement construction

A strong safety mindset and a reliable, team-first attitude

Willingness to travel to sites across Geelong and Melbourne

What we offer

Run a brand new Cat 140 with Trimble, your own machine to look after

Competitive hourly rate (based on experience)

Steady, ongoing work on a strong project pipeline

A supportive, safety-focused team

Opportunities to develop and grow with the business