Shutdown Excavator Operators

Workfast; City of Brisbane; Remote; AUD 72,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights

Meals provided

Camp accommodation

Safety-first environment

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Workfast is seeking experienced Excavator Operators for Shutdown FIFO projects. We have multiple vacancies available for operators with proven experience operating large excavators on major structural removal and demolition projects.

Join a motivated and supportive team working across large-scale remote projects, ensuring safe and efficient structural removal works are completed to a high standard.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience operating excavators in shutdown, structural removal or demolition.
• RII competency for excavator operation.
• Proven experience with rock breakers, hammers and demolition equipment.
• Strong safety focus and commitment to teamwork.
• White Card and current Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate an excavator safely and efficiently to perform structural removal.
• Complete controlled demolition and dismantling works.
• Sort heavy materials, manage demolition waste, and efficiently load haul trucks.
• Conduct pre-start checks, report defects, and ensure machinery is maintained to a high standard.
• Follow all site safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Work closely with supervisors and other operators to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Maintain work areas to safe operating standards.

Skills

Excavator operation

RII competency

Safety-focused

White Card

Driver's Licence

Tools

Rock breakers

Demolition equipment

Job description

Workfast is seeking experienced Excavator Operators for Shutdown FIFO projects. We have multiple vacancies available for operators with proven experience operating large excavators on major structural removal and demolition projects.

• $61/hr flat rate
• Fly in fly out
• Supportive company

Join a motivated and supportive team working across large-scale remote projects, ensuring safe and efficient structural removal works are completed to a high standard.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 2 years experience operating excavators in shutdown, structural removal or demolition
• Relevant RII competency for excavator operation
• Proven experience with rock breakers, hammers and demolition equipment
• Strong safety focus and commitment to teamwork
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a fast-paced environment
• White Card and current Driver's Licence

Key Responsibilities

• Operate an excavator safely and efficiently to perform structural removal
• Complete controlled demolition and dismantling works
• Sort heavy materials, manage demolition waste, and efficiently load haul trucks
• Conduct pre-start checks, report defects, and ensure machinery is maintained to a high standard
• Follow all site safety, environmental, and operational procedures
• Work closely with supervisors and other operators to ensure project deadlines are met
• Maintain work areas to safe operating standards

What's On Offer

• $61 per hour flat rate
• FIFO swing 3 weeks on, 1 week off (3:1 roster)
• Flights, meals and camp accommodation provided
• Supportive site teams and a safety-first environment
• Possible long-term opportunities for reliable operators

About

Workfast Workfast is a national labour hire company partnering with some of Australia’s largest organisations. We pride ourselves on supporting our employees, providing great opportunities, and ensuring all work is completed in line with Australian Fair Work standards.

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