Civil Excavator Operator – Leading Hand

About the role

Join a pioneering renewable energy transmission project as a Leading Hand Civil Excavator Operator. You will work on the Central‑West Orana Renewable Energy Zone, delivering bulk earthworks, trenching and civil construction to support 4.5 GW of new network capacity.

Key responsibilities

• Operate excavators for bulk earthworks, trenching and pipelaying activities.
• Perform clearing, grading, drainage and site preparation works.
• Collaborate with ground crews and spotting personnel to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Maintain safe operating procedures around plant, personnel and services.
• Assist with installation of infrastructure such as fencing and crossings.
• Conduct pre‑start checks and perform basic machine maintenance.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years’ experience operating excavators in civil construction.
• Experience on renewable energy projects is highly desirable.
• Relevant plant and machinery tickets – excavator ticket is essential.
• Additional tickets such as dogging, rigging, traffic control and spotting are advantageous.
• Full C Class driver’s licence and Construction White Card.
• Own vehicle and willingness to travel DIDO if not on the Sydney transport route.

Required skills

• Excavator operation
• Bulk earthworks
• Trenching and pipelaying
• Grading and drainage
• Safety procedures and spotting
• Basic machine maintenance
• Excavator ticket
• Dogging
• Rigging
• Traffic control
• Spotting

What we offer

• 14 days on / 7 days off roster with bus transport from Sydney.
• Opportunity to work on a high‑impact renewable energy infrastructure project.
• Experience in a collaborative, safety‑focused environment.