HC Truck Driver / Operator

Proudy’s Earthworks; Aratula; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual/ABN basis

Regular weekly work

Aratula yard location

Job summary

Proudy's Earthworks is seeking a reliable Operator to join our team for an immediate start. Based in Aratula, you will work across Scenic Rim, Brisbane and surrounding areas on earthmoving and civil projects.

The role focuses on operating excavators and Posi Tracks, with a current Queensland HC licence preferred. Casual or ABN arrangements offer regular weekly work and variety across sites and transport duties as required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating excavators and Posi Tracks – essential.
• Current Queensland HC licence – preferred.
• Experience with general earthworks and civil construction.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and Posi Tracks across earthworks and construction sites.
• Carry out general earthmoving, site preparation and civil works.
• Transport machinery between Aratula yard and job sites.
• Load, secure and unload machinery and equipment.
• Complete pre-start checks and report issues.

Skills

Excavator operation

Posi Track operation

Machinery operation

Site safety

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Truck & dog experience

Body truck operations

Job description

Operator / HC Truck Driver – Earthmoving & Civil Works

Proudy's Earthworks is looking for a reliable, hardworking and experienced Operator to join our team for an immediate start.

Our yard is based in Aratula, with work ranging throughout the Scenic Rim, Brisbane and surrounding areas.

This position is available on a casual or ABN basis, offering regular weekly work, decent hours and a variety of earthmoving and civil construction projects.

The main focus of this role is operating earthmoving machinery, including excavators and Posi Tracks. A current HC licence is preferred, as the role may also involve truck and dog work, body truck driving, carting materials and transporting machinery between job sites.

What you'll be doing

• Operating excavators and Posi Tracks across various earthworks and construction sites.

• Carrying out general earthmoving, site preparation and civil works.

• Operating truck and dog combinations and body trucks when required.

• Carting materials to and from job sites.

• Transporting machinery and equipment between our Aratula yard and various work sites.

• Loading, securing and unloading machinery and equipment.

• Completing pre-start checks and reporting any mechanical issues or defects.

• Working alongside site supervisors and other team members.

• Maintaining a clean, safe and professional work environment.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience operating excavators and Posi Tracks – essential.

• Ability to confidently and safely operate machinery on construction and earthworks sites.

• Current Queensland HC licence – preferred.

• Previous truck and dog, tag trailer and/or body truck experience – highly regarded.

• Experience with general earthworks and civil construction.

• Good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Good communication skills and a strong work ethic.

What we offer

• Casual or ABN arrangement.

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and tickets.

• Regular work every week with decent hours.

• Variety of work across earthmoving, civil construction, material carting and machinery transport.

• Aratula-based yard with work throughout the Scenic Rim and Brisbane.

• Friendly and practical team environment.