Experienced Backhoe Operator
About your new employer
We are a civil construction company specialising in water and wastewater infrastructure works (SA Water Contractor) based in Lonsdale, Southern Adelaide Metropolitan area. We have a proven industry reputation and track record demonstrating continued, quality, capability and expertise no matter what the size, to meet all our client needs.
As the safety and welfare of our people is our top priority, we invest heavily our people’s safety to ensure this is maintained and developed. We have a strong Zero Harm focus on Safety so you are required to promote and adhere to the Company’s WHS Policy and supporting procedures.
Demonstrating commitment to our people, are bonuses paid for your team’s safety performance, profit/loss, positive behaviours, professionalism, company promotion, taking ownership and being a team player.
Job tasks and responsibilities
You are currently a backhoe operator or excavator operator opening to using a backhoe, looking for a full-time position. You will be a part of a three-man crew constructing Water and Wastewater connections and mains to minor subdivisions in the Southern Metropolitan Area.
This is an immediate start position and is a fantastic opportunity to work with a great crew in a well-known civil construction company.
Successful candidates will require:
- Experience trench digging around utility services or willingness to learn
- Positive attitude
- Be physically Fit
- MR Licence
- White Card
- Prepared to work in all weather conditions
- Backhoe / Excavator Ticket
Preferred requirements but not essential for the right candidate:
- Skidsteer Licence
- Knowledge of SA Water Construction Standards
If this sounds like you, then we want to hear from you by simply applying
Only shortlisted candidates who are South Australian residents will be contacted.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- How many years’ experience do you have as a Backhoe Operator?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Do you have a heavy vehicle driver’s licence?
- Do you hold a Construction Induction Safety certificate (White Card)?
- Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?
- Which of the following machinery competency cards do you have?
- Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?
- Do you have a current Australian driver’s licence?
