Hydro Vac Truck Operators – Experienced Operators Wanted

Utility Location Services; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term employment opportunities

Competitive remuneration based on经验

Overtime and shift penalties

PPE supplied

Ongoing training

Career development across divisions

Supportive management and operations

Job summary

Utility Location Services Pty Ltd on the Gold Coast is seeking experienced Hydro Vac Truck Operators to join our civil infrastructure team. You will operate Hydro Vac equipment safely on a range of projects, with emphasis on safety and quality service.

We value reliability and a strong work ethic, offer long-term employment, competitive remuneration based on experience, and opportunities for training across our divisions.

Qualifications

• HR licence is essential.
• Experience with Hydro Vac or Vacuum Excavation is highly regarded.
• Civil construction or infrastructure experience required.
• Strong work ethic and reliable attendance.
• Willingness to undertake physical work in varying site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate Hydro Vac trucks for non-destructive digging (NDD), potholing and service exposure.
• Excavate around underground services and infrastructure.
• Safely operate vacuum and high-pressure water systems and hoses.
• Manage spoil removal and waste disposal per environmental requirements.
• Complete daily vehicle pre-starts, equipment checks and maintenance reporting.
• Follow SWMS, site procedures and company safety requirements.
• Identify hazards and maintain a safe working environment.
• Complete daily job dockets, timesheets and electronic records accurately.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in a clean, safe condition.
• Communicate professionally with clients, site supervisors and team members.
• Assist with general site duties and other operational activities.

Skills

HR Licence

Site safety awareness

Customer service

Education

Construction Induction White Card

RIICCM303 – Conduct Vacuum Excavations

Rail Industry Worker (RIW) accreditation

Confined Space qualification

Working at Heights qualification

Job description

Hydro Vac Truck Operators – Experienced Operators Wanted

Utility Location Services Pty Ltd (ULS) is an established civil infrastructure services company, operating since 2009. We provide specialist services to the civil construction, infrastructure, utilities and government sectors throughout South East Queensland.

Our key services include Hydro Vac Excavations, Potholing, Electronic Service Locating, Drain Cleaning, CCTV Pipe Inspections and pipe repair.

Due to new contract and ongoing operational requirements, we are looking for reliable and motivated Hydro Vac Truck Operators to join our team.

We would be particularly interested in experienced operators who take pride in their work, have a strong commitment to safety and understand the importance of delivering quality service to an established client base,

We are also happy to consider applicants with a Heavy Rigid (HR) licence and civil construction experience who are keen to develop their current skills.

About the Role

As a Hydro Vac Truck Operator, you will be responsible for operating Hydro Vac equipment safely and efficiently across a variety of civil construction and infrastructure projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating Hydro Vac trucks and associated equipment for non-destructive digging (NDD), potholing and service exposure.
• Undertaking excavation works around underground services and infrastructure.
• Safely operating vacuum and high-pressure water systems, hoses and associated equipment.
• Managing spoil removal and waste disposal in accordance with environmental requirements.
• Completing daily vehicle pre-starts, equipment checks and maintenance reporting.
• Following Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), site procedures and company safety requirements.
• Identifying hazards, reporting incidents and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Completing daily job dockets, timesheets and electronic operational records accurately and on time.
• Maintaining vehicles and equipment in a clean, safe and operational condition.
• Communicating professionally with clients, site supervisors, management and fellow team members.
• Assisting with general site duties and other operational activities when required.

This is a hands-on, physically demanding position requiring operators to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and undertake manual handling, including positioning and manoeuvring heavy hoses.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking people who demonstrate:

• A current Heavy Rigid (HR) driver's licence – essential.
• Previous Hydro Vac or Vacuum Excavation experience – highly regarded.
• Civil construction or infrastructure industry experience.
• A strong work ethic and reliable attendance.
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• A strong commitment to workplace health, safety and environmental responsibilities.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to complete paperwork and electronic reporting.
• A willingness to undertake physical work and work in varying site conditions.

Qualifications & Experience

The following qualifications and experience will be highly regarded:

• Construction Induction White Card.
• RIICCM303 – Conduct Vacuum Excavations.
• Previous experience operating Hydro Vac trucks.
• Experience working around underground utilities and services.
• Experience in civil construction and infrastructure projects.
• Rail Industry Worker (RIW) accreditation.
• Confined Space and Working at Heights qualifications.
• Experience with waste management and disposal procedures.

Applicants who do not hold all the above qualifications but have relevant industry experience and a willingness to undertake further training are encouraged to apply.

What ULS Offers

At ULS, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We value employees who take pride in their work, support their teammates and contribute to the ongoing success of the business.

We offer:

• Long-term employment opportunities with an established and growing company.
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications.
• Overtime, weekend and night shift penalty rates where applicable.
• Company uniforms and PPE supplied.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities to develop additional skills across our different operational divisions.
• A supportive management and operations team.
• A varied range of civil infrastructure and utility projects.

Interested in Joining ULS?

If you are an experienced Hydro Vac Operator looking for your next opportunity, or a motivated HR driver wanting to develop a career in the civil infrastructure industry, we would like to hear from you.

Join a team that values safety, quality workmanship, teamwork and professional development.

Pre-Employment Requirements

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Hold the appropriate driver's licence.
• Hold a valid Construction Induction White Card.
• Complete a pre-employment medical assessment.
• Provide evidence of their right to work in Australia.