Excavator Operator

18 hours ago

Tumut New South Wales, Australia Crossmuller Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Excavator Operators – Demolition Experience

Location: Tumut, NSW

Attractive Rates | Full-time, Permanent | Career Growth


Looking to earn top rates, build your career, and work closer to home?

If you're tired of the long commute, want job security, and are ready to take the next step in civil construction — Crossmuller has the opportunity for you.


About Us

Crossmuller is one of Australia's largest privately owned construction companies, delivering top-tier design and construct projects across NSW — primarily for the Borg group of companies.

With over 400 skilled professionals on our team, we are growing fast and investing in modern, industry-leading equipment. At Crossmuller, we reward hard work and provide clear pathways for career advancement.


About the Role

We're looking for experienced Excavator Operators with demolition experience to join our civil construction team based in Tumut. Reporting to the Site Manager, you'll be responsible for operating modern excavators across a variety of demolition and earthworks projects on site.

This is a hands-on, diverse role ideal for operators who want consistent work, strong support, and the opportunity to expand their skills across civil construction activities.


Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate excavators on demolition and earthmoving projects
  • Conduct detailed and bulk excavation, trenching, and material handling
  • Perform demolition works in accordance with safety procedures
  • Assist with site preparation, clean-up, and other civil tasks when required
  • Carry out daily pre-starts, equipment checks, and basic maintenance
  • Collaborate with the Site Manager and team to ensure project timelines and safety standards are met

What We Offer

Attractive rates with regular overtime available

Strong 10-year pipeline of work

Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities

Modern equipment and a strong safety-first culture

Be part of projects that make a difference

Supportive team environment & leadership

Secure, full-time permanent position

Family-owned business with strong values


Requirements

  • Proven experience operating excavators on demolition and civil sites
  • Current excavator ticket/licence (and HR licence is a plus)
  • Sound understanding of demolition safety practices
  • Strong work ethic and ability to work within a team
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical (incl. functional, hearing, drug & alcohol testing)

Crossmuller is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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