Heavy Equipment Operator: Expert Earthmoving on Site

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 358,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Training program

Stable employment

Safety-focused culture

Team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Construction Equipment Operator to join its busy Upington team. You will operate excavators, bulldozers, graders and loaders, ensuring safe, accurate earthmoving and site preparation work on diverse projects.

You will perform routine checks, basic maintenance, follow site plans, and coordinate with supervisors. A valid heavy equipment operator license and proven field experience are required, along with the stamina to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Valid Heavy Equipment Operator license or certification.
• Experience operating excavators, bulldozers, graders and loaders.
• Knowledge of site operations and safety procedures.
• Ability to perform basic equipment maintenance.
• Stamina to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy construction machinery safely and efficiently.
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance.
• Follow site plans for grading, excavation and material handling.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Coordinate with site supervisors and crew members.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Maintenance basics

Outdoor work

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Construction Equipment Operator to join its busy Upington team. You will operate excavators, bulldozers, graders and loaders, ensuring safe, accurate earthmoving and site preparation work on diverse projects.

You will perform routine checks, basic maintenance, follow site plans, and coordinate with supervisors. A valid heavy equipment operator license and proven field experience are required, along with the stamina to work outdoors in varying conditions.