HR-Licensed Excavator Operator – General Hire

Ekad Earthmoving

Gold Coast City

On-site

AUD 48,000 - 62,000

Part time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates
Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Ekad Earthmoving is seeking an experienced General Hire Excavator Operator to join our team in Reedy Creek, Queensland on a part-time basis that may lead to full-time. You will operate heavy machinery with precision and efficiency on general hire projects around the Gold Coast.

Key duties include digging pools, site excavations, slab prep, and routine maintenance while ensuring safety. Requires HR license and a minimum of 2 years general hire experience.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as an Excavator Operator in general hire.
  • Proficient in operating and maintaining excavators (1.7–8 ton), Posi-tracks, Bobcats and tip trucks.
  • Strong understanding of safety protocols and construction techniques.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate excavators 1.7 ton to 8 ton and related machinery on general hire around the Gold Coast.
  • Carry out earthmoving tasks such as digging pools, slab prep, site excavations, and site clean-ups.
  • Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment for safety and performance.

Skills

Excavator operation
General hire experience
Safety protocols
Team collaboration

Education

HR driver's license

Tools

Excavators 1.7–8 ton
Posi-tracks
Bobcats
Tip Trucks

Job description

Ekad Earthmoving is seeking an experienced General Hire Excavator Operator to join our team in Reedy Creek, Queensland on a part-time basis that may lead to full-time. You will operate heavy machinery with precision and efficiency on general hire projects around the Gold Coast.

Key duties include digging pools, site excavations, slab prep, and routine maintenance while ensuring safety. Requires HR license and a minimum of 2 years general hire experience.

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