Excavator Operator

5 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia PAD Contracting Pty Ltd Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

About Us:

We are a thriving commercial civil plumbing, electrical, and drainage company based in Melbourne's Northern Suburbs. With a strong pipeline of projects and continued growth, we are currently seeking experienced Plant Operators (Excavators & Skid Steers) to join our team.

This role is ideal for operators with solid civil earthworks experience, as your knowledge and skills will be pivotal to our operations.

The Role:

This position will begin as a casual role, with the opportunity to transition into full-time employment following a successful probation period.

Key Responsibilities:

The below responsibilities for candidate operating Excavators and Skid Steers.

  • Safely operate excavators (5–35 tonne) and skid steers.
  • Work with GPS equipment, including final trimming.
  • Perform drainage trenching and batter work.
  • Maintain, clean, and care for machinery.
  • Uphold the highest standards of OH&S and comply with Tier 1 client requirements.
  • Work collaboratively with crews both in and out of machinery.

Qualifications / Experience

  • 5+ years' genuine operating experience (sitting on a stockpile loading trucks does not count).
  • Current Excavator Operator ticket / Verification of Competency (LE or equivalent SOA).
  • Construction Induction Card (preferably Victorian WorkSafe).
  • Demonstrated drainage trenching / battering experience.
  • References from at least two recent employers (within the last 24 months).
  • GPS experience highly regarded.
  • Additional relevant tickets (please list in your application).

What We're Looking For

  • Strong teamwork and communication skills (including professional UHF use).
  • Patience and resilience in the face of unavoidable project delays.
  • Respectful conduct towards team members, subcontractors, and clients.
  • Pride in work quality, presentation, and company reputation (including wearing a clean company-branded uniform).

Why Join Us?

This is your chance to become part of a growing company that values safety, quality, and teamwork. If you're an experienced operator who takes pride in their work and is ready for a long-term career opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

PLEASE NOTE the role is available to start from September/ October -2025.

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