Excavator Operator - Night Shift

Staff Unlimited Recruitment; Cape Town; Vor Ort; ZAR 123.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Staff Unlimited Recruitment seeks an experienced Excavator Operator for a night shift in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will operate a 20-ton JCB excavator with grab attachment, follow strict safety procedures, and perform daily inspections.

Essential qualifications include a SITA-registered Excavator Operator Certificate and proven experience with 20-ton machines. Preference given to those familiar with JCB equipment and grab attachments, with reliable transport for night shifts.

Qualifikationen

• SITA-registered Excavator Operator Certificate is essential.
• Proven experience operating 20-ton excavators.
• Experience using a grab attachment is essential/preferred.
• Experience with JCB excavators is preferred.
• Previous experience in heavy equipment or construction environment.
• Good understanding of excavator safety procedures and operating protocols.
• Ability to conduct daily pre-start inspections and identify mechanical/safety issues.
• Valid medical fitness certificate where required.
• Reliable transport and willingness to work night shift only (18H00 – 06:00).
• Good communication skills.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work independently.

Aufgaben

• Safely operate a 20T JCB excavator with grab attachment.
• Load, move and handle materials as required.
• Perform excavator operations efficiently and accurately.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and pre-start checks.
• Report mechanical faults, damage or safety concerns immediately.
• Ensure safe positioning and operation of the excavator.
• Maintain the machine and work area in a clean and safe condition.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures.
• Work effectively during night-shift operations.
• Adhere to production targets and operational instructions.

Kenntnisse

Night shift readiness

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Ausbildung

SITA-registered Excavator Operator Certificate – ESSENTIAL

Jobbeschreibung

Excavator Operator - Night Shift

Our client is seeking an experienced and reliable Excavator Operator to operate a 20-ton JCB excavator fitted with a grab attachment. The successful candidate must be competent in operating heavy earthmoving equipment and have the required SITA-registered certification.

Job Location: Cape Town

Minimum Requirements

• SITA-registered Excavator Operator Certificate – ESSENTIAL

• Proven experience operating 20-ton excavators

• Experience operating JCB excavators preferred

• Experience using a grab attachment is essential/preferred

• Previous experience in heavy equipment, construction, earthmoving, waste management, recycling or similar environment

• Good understanding of excavator safety procedures and operating protocols

• Ability to conduct daily pre-start inspections and identify mechanical/safety issues

• Valid medical fitness certificate, where required

• Reliable transport and willingness to work night shift only (18H00 – 06:00)

• Good communication skills

• Strong safety awareness and ability to work independently

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a 20T JCB excavator with grab attachment

• Load, move and handle materials as required

• Perform excavator operations efficiently and accurately

• Complete daily equipment inspections and pre-start checks

• Report mechanical faults, damage or safety concerns immediately

• Ensure safe positioning and operation of the excavator

• Maintain the machine and work area in a clean and safe condition

• Follow all company health and safety procedures

• Work effectively during night-shift operations

• Adhere to production targets and operational instructions