Hydro Excavation Truck Operator — Full‑Time, 9‑Day Fortnight

North East Water; Wodonga; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mobile phone

Laptop

Uniform + PPE

Monthly RDO

9-day fortnight

Job summary

North East Water in Wodonga, Victoria, is seeking a Hydro Excavation Truck Operator. The role offers a salary range of $73,189–$84,593 plus 12% super, with allowances adding over $3,100 per year, and a range of provided equipment including mobile phone and laptop.

It is a full-time, ongoing position with a monthly RDO and flexible options such as a 9-day fortnight. General hours are 7:30am–4pm, Monday to Friday. Based at the Regional HQ in Wodonga, contact [e-mail] for details.

Qualifications

• Australian citizenship or right to work in Australia.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Successful applicants may undergo pre-employment checks including police checks and medicals.

Responsibilities

• Hydro excavation, utility exposure and non-destructive digging services.
• Asset maintenance on sewer and water networks, including cleaning and debris removal.
• Review inspection findings to identify asset risks.
• Support preventative maintenance programs and network optimisation.
• Respond to operational incidents and maintenance activities.
• Inspect, maintain and report on vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Ensure safety and compliance through risk assessments and high-risk controls.
• Complete work orders and maintenance records; liaise with customers and contractors.

Skills

Hydro excavation

Vacuum recovery

Jetting

CCTV inspection equipment

Safety procedures

Risk assessment

Customer liaison

Job description

North East Water in Wodonga, Victoria, is seeking a Hydro Excavation Truck Operator. The role offers a salary range of $73,189–$84,593 plus 12% super, with allowances adding over $3,100 per year, and a range of provided equipment including mobile phone and laptop.

It is a full-time, ongoing position with a monthly RDO and flexible options such as a 9-day fortnight. General hours are 7:30am–4pm, Monday to Friday. Based at the Regional HQ in Wodonga, contact [e-mail] for details.