About us
At Excape Group, we design and build creative outdoor play spaces for Childcare Centres and Kindergartens across Melbourne. We are a leading provider of landscape construction services, with a passionate team of skilled professionals that are dedicated to delivering unique, high-quality results that spark imagination and joy.

Your new role
Due to exciting new projects, Excape Group is rapidly expanding, and we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Excavator Operator to join our team.

This is a full-time, permanent position offers the chance to work on fun and meaningful landscape construction projects throughout Metro Melbourne.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company who is committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment.

You will be:

· Moving landscape boulders with a grab attachment.

· Shaping and grading land.

· Drilling holes, digging trenches and footings

· Collaborating with the team to ensure projects are completed to a high standard.

· Participating in ongoing training and development to expand your skillset.

· Maintaining tools and equipment to industry standards.

About you
This role would be perfect for someone who is passionate about the landscaping industry who is eager to take on new challenges in a creative and fun work environment.

To be considered for this role you will have:

· 3-5 years relevant Excavator work experience in a similar role.

· Excavator licence and experience operating a 6.5-ton excavator.

· Experience in trimming, loading and digging around live services, subdivision and drainage works.

· Current driver's licence, white card, and own vehicle.

· Willingness to work across Melbourne metro area

· Previous experience in the landscape industry (desirable).

· Heavy Rigid Truck License (preferred, but not essential)

· Sound knowledge of the Construction & Civil work Industry onsite OH&S requirements.

· Strong communication skills and be able to work both autonomously and in a team environment

· A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating beautiful, functional spaces.

· Strong physical fitness with an ability to perform manual labour tasks.

· Current police and working with children’s check (or ability to obtain).

What we offer
At Excape Group, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge, while also enjoying:

· Full-time permanent position with a competitive pay rate.

· The chance to make an impact by working on a variety of fun and exciting landscaping projects in early education centres.

· Consistent hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

· Work-life balance with no weekends and no overtime.

· Ongoing training and development to support your career progression.

· Work in a collaborative and inclusive team that fosters a genuine culture that values your contributions.

How to apply:
If you're as passionate about this role as we are and meet the above criteria, please submit your resume via SEEK.
For a confidential discussion please contact Lesley at [email protected]

All applications will be considered as soon as they are received.
*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*

Excape Group is committed to workplace equity and diversity within our company. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse cultural backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.

Preferred candidates are advised that we reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures prior to employment being confirmed.