DCAC - Civil Labourers & Multi Skilled Plant Operators

1 week ago

Adelaide, South Australia Protech SA Full time $39,038 - $51,316 per year

Protech is hiring experienced Civil Labourers and Multi-Skilled Plant Operators for a high-profile Defence infrastructure project at RAAF Base Edinburgh in Adelaide's northern suburbs.

If you already hold a Defence Common Access Card (DCAC) for RAAF Base Edinburgh, that's a bonus. We're also keen to hear from candidates who can provide a clear police check.

If you're reliable, safety-focused, and ready to work, this is your opportunity to join a respected national contractor and secure consistent, well-paid work on a long-term project.

Roles Available

Civil Labourers

 $36–$39.38/hr (depending on experience) + penalties & allowances

  • Trenching, drainage, backfilling
  • Pipe laying (stormwater, sewer, CST, water mains)
  • Spotting for plant and machinery
  • Hand tools, site clean-up, general labouring

Plant Operators

 $41.14–$51.16/hr (depending on experience) + penalties & allowances

  • Excavators (Final Trim & GPS)
  • Dozers, Graders, Loaders, Rollers
  • Dump Trucks, Water Trucks, Skid Steers, Telehandlers
  • Earthworks, trenching, road construction, subdivisions

What You'll Need

  • Construction White Card
  • Driver's licence + reliable transport
  • 3+ years civil experience
  • RII tickets & VOCs (for operators)
  • DCAC for RAAF Base Edinburgh—highly desirable
  • Ability to pass police check, medical, and drug/alcohol screening

Why Work with Protech?

At Protech, we connect Great People with Great Work. You'll benefit from:

Weekly pay—on time, every time

Safe, reliable placements

Regular site visits and support

Opportunities across civil, rail, mining, and more

 All PPE provided

We're an equal opportunity employer, partnering with industry leaders across construction, mining, asphalt, rail, warehousing, and manufacturing. With branches in every state and territory, we've got you covered—wherever you are.

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