About the role

Work to your potential servicing our quality, repeat clients, with footings, piers, drainage and landscaping. Akwika Plant Hire is a leading earthmover in South-East Queensland with a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, we take pride in delivering reliable and capable earthmoving solutions to our clients. Become part of our bright future, as the next generation of our family-owned business chart a course for another 55 years of success.

Skills and Experience:

Proven experience operating excavators in the construction or civil engineering environment.

Valid driver's license and relevant machinery operating certifications/licenses (e.g., White Card and excavator operator tickets).

Strong understanding of equipment operation principles and safety procedures.

Ability to interpret construction plans and specifications.

Attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.

Why Join Us:

Enjoy reliable and regular working hours for quality clients.

Competitive hourly rates.

No need to work weekends (although you can, if you’re after the additional hours).

Opportunity to work with a reputable company that values safety, teamwork, and professionalism in a supportive environment.

Access to modern and well-maintained equipment.

Variety of projects and locations to keep the job interesting and challenging.

How to Apply:

If you are a skilled operator looking for a rewarding career opportunity with a respected company, we want to hear from you! Please reach out to Lincoln for a personal chat on (07) 0419 155 169, or submit your resume and a brief cover letter by email to [email protected].

About Akwika Plant Hire:

Akwika Plant Hire is a family-owned earthmoving company that’s been servicing south-east Queensland since 1969. We run a wide range of machines in all shapes and sizes, ranging from 1.7 tonne excavators through to 18 tonne drotts, tipper trucks, floats and more. Ownership of the business has recently passed to the next generation of owners, bringing fresh enthusiasm and grand plans to revitalise and perpetuate the business for another half-century to come.