Excavator Operator (Pipe Crew)

Shadforth Civil Contractors · Sunshine Coast QLD · Casual/Holiday
Posted 9d ago

Excavator Operator (Pipe Crew)

Shadforth Civil Contractors
Sunshine Coast QLD

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Casual/Holiday

~$100k - $140k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Operate 20t+ excavators, including modern 30t machines, on subdivision projects across the Sunshine Coast.
  • Support pipe crews installing stormwater, sewer and water mains, including deep excavations, shoring box work and lifting operations.
  • Follow site directions and safety standards while working around underground services; Trimble GPS experience is highly regarded.

  • Leading Civil Contractor offering job security and Long term roles
  • Local, long term work on the Sunshine Coast
  • 50+ hour weeks, Daily overtime, RDO's and Daily travel allowance

Shadforth is seeking experienced Excavator Operators to join our Pipe Crews delivering large-scale subdivision projects across the Sunshine Coast. Work with a supportive team installing stormwater, sewer, and water mains infrastructure, using modern 30t Komatsu PC300-8 machines with Trimble GPS.

We’re Looking For:

Side Excavator Operators

  • Experience on 20t+ machines and lifting operations
  • Skilled with shoring box work and deep excavations
  • Team player who follows site directions and safety standards
  • Confident working around services and small crews
  • GPS experience (Trimble) highly regarded

Why join Shaddies:

  • Generous leave arrangements, our RDO structure allows casual employees to accrue paid time off.
  • Start casual with genuine opportunities for ongoing, permanent employment
  • Enhanced earning potential through overtime rates, with increased loadings for extended hours and Saturday work
  • Daily travel allowances apply to eligible site-based employees
  • Additional skill-based rewards and paid developmental training
  • A culture that promotes safety, growth, wellbeing, and career progression across all levels of the business

About Us
Shadforth is one of Queensland’s largest family-owned civil construction companies, delivering essential infrastructure across residential, commercial and industrial developments throughout Southeast Queensland, regional Queensland and northern New South Wales. With a workforce of more than 1,200 employees, the business specialises in subdivision construction and provides end-to-end capability across earthworks, underground services and roadworks.

To Apply

If you're interested in this role, submit an up-to-date copy of your resume and a covering letter highlighting your experience.

Shadforth is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Skills

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Deep excavationExcavator operationFollowing site directionsLifting operationsOperation of 20t+ excavatorsPipe crew operationsShoring box workTeamworkTrimble gpsUnderground services installationWorking around underground servicesWorkplace health and safety

Perks & benefits

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Daily overtimeDaily travel allowanceGenerous leave arrangementsOpportunities for ongoing permanent employmentPaid developmental trainingRdos and paid time off accrualSkill-based rewards

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