Excavator Operator

PAD Contracting Pty Ltd
Melbourne, VIC
A$50-$60 p/h
Construction → Plant & Machinery Operators
Full-time
On-site

Posted 2 days ago


About Us:

We are a thriving commercial civil plumbing, electrical, and drainage company based in Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs. With a strong pipeline of projects and continued growth, we are currently seeking experienced Plant Operators (Excavators & Skid Steers) to join our team.

This role is ideal for operators with solid civil earthworks experience, as your knowledge and skills will be pivotal to our operations.

The Role:

This position will begin as a casual role, with the opportunity to transition into full-time employment following a successful probation period.

Key Responsibilities:

The below responsibilities for candidate operating Excavators and Skid Steers.

Safely operate excavators (5–35 tonne) and skid steers.

Work with GPS equipment, including final trimming.

Perform drainage trenching and batter work.

Maintain, clean, and care for machinery.

Uphold the highest standards of OH&S and comply with Tier 1 client requirements.

Work collaboratively with crews both in and out of machinery.

Qualifications / Experience

5+ years’ genuine operating experience (sitting on a stockpile loading trucks does not count).

Current Excavator Operator ticket / Verification of Competency (LE or equivalent SOA).

Construction Induction Card (preferably Victorian WorkSafe).

Demonstrated drainage trenching / battering experience.

References from at least two recent employers (within the last 24 months).

GPS experience highly regarded.

Additional relevant tickets (please list in your application).


What We’re Looking For

Strong teamwork and communication skills (including professional UHF use).

Patience and resilience in the face of unavoidable project delays.

Respectful conduct towards team members, subcontractors, and clients.

Pride in work quality, presentation, and company reputation (including wearing a clean company-branded uniform).

Why Join Us?

This is your chance to become part of a growing company that values safety, quality, and teamwork. If you’re an experienced operator who takes pride in their work and is ready for a long-term career opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

PLEASE NOTE the role is available to start from September/ October -2025.


About PAD Contracting Pty Ltd

Melbourne, VIC, Australia

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