The Machine Operator / Truck Driver is responsible for operating a variety of heavy

machinery and performing related construction activities to support the delivery of civil,

excavation, demolition, and general building projects. This role includes truck driving duties

and assisting with general labour tasks when machinery work is not required, ensuring full-

time engagement across all active sites.

Working hours are between 7:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, with flexibility based

on project needs. Saturday work may be required. Employment is full-time, and duties may

span across multiple sites within the Sydney metropolitan area and surrounding regions.

Initiative and Role Ownership

We are ideally seeking a candidate who can fulfil as many of the listed responsibilities as

possible. However, we acknowledge that not every applicant will meet every requirement.

We will consider candidates who best align with the role and are committed to learning.

We are happy to up-skill the right candidate to help achieve the best outcome for both the

individual and the company.

Key Responsibilities

Machinery Operation

 Operate a range of plant and equipment including:

o Excavators (1.5 to 30 tonnes)

o Bobcats / Skid Steer Loaders

o 5 Tonne Telehandlers

o Forklifts

 Perform detailed excavation work including:

o Footing excavation

o Basement excavation

o Pad and pier preparation

o Retaining wall and detailed setouts

 Carry out bulk earthworks and pad preparations

 Maintain daily pre-start checks and safe operation of all machinery

 Conduct demolition work where required (non-structural or licensed structural

demolition)

Civil Works and Plan Interpretation

 Read and interpret detailed civil and architectural plans

 Carry out civil works including:

o Stormwater trenching

o Service trenching and setouts

o Council crossover preparation

o Road interface works

o Driveway and pavement preparation

 Work with surveyors and engineers to ensure accuracy of cut/fill and finished levels

Truck Driving

 Drive company trucks for material delivery and spoil removal

 Transport machinery between sites as required

 Maintain vehicle cleanliness, safety, and compliance

 Hold at minimum a MR (Medium Rigid) Licence – HR (Heavy Rigid) Licence

preferred

General Site Support

 Assist with labouring and site support when machine or truck operation is not

required

 Perform site clean-up, deliveries, and general construction assistance

 Work under direction of the Site Supervisor or Project Manager to meet daily goals

 Uphold workplace safety and assist in enforcing safety compliance on-site