Water Pipelines Operator - Permanent Role with Training

Downer; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Monthly RDO

Training & mentoring

Career growth

ASX-listed employer

Job summary

Downer is seeking experienced Operators to join the Water Pipelines Division in Melbourne, delivering multiple water main renewal projects as part of a small, skilled team.

You will operate plant and equipment (excavators, bobcats, etc.) on site, contribute to safe, on-time project delivery, and uphold Downer's commitment to Zero Harm safety culture. This permanent role offers EBA rates, weekday schedule, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Construction Induction card (White Card) required.
• Valid Light Vehicle or higher driver's licence.
• First Aid & CPR certifications active.
• Desirable: Class B Asbestos Removalist qualifications.
• Experience in water/utilities industry.
• Experience operating excavators, bobcats, and similar plant.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Commitment to Zero Harm safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and equipment ( excavators, bobcats ) on water main renewal projects.
• Collaborate in a small, skilled on-site team to deliver projects.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Safety culture

Zero Harm

Education

White Card (CI)

First Aid & CPR

Class B Asbestos Removalist (desirable)

Tools

Excavators

Bobcats

Job description

Downer is seeking experienced Operators to join the Water Pipelines Division in Melbourne, delivering multiple water main renewal projects as part of a small, skilled team.

You will operate plant and equipment (excavators, bobcats, etc.) on site, contribute to safe, on-time project delivery, and uphold Downer's commitment to Zero Harm safety culture. This permanent role offers EBA rates, weekday schedule, and ongoing training.