Civil Machine Operator - Excavator | Pozi | Loader | Dozer |moxy | Dumpy | Water Cart | Roller

RPR Trades is looking for multiple Civil Operators including Excavator, Bobcat-Skid Steer, Loader, Moxy, Dump Truck and Roller and Grader, throughout Sydney, from Kensington, Ramsgate, St Leonards, Norwest, Castle Hill, Rouse Hill, Liverpool and Macquarie Park.

My clients have 2.5 Tonne, 5 Tonne, 8 Tonne, 13 Tonne, 25 Tonnes and 50 Tonne machines, as well as a variety of Graders, Dozers, Moxy’s and Dumpys to perform a variety of tasks. All work is Civil including Detail Excavation, Final Trim and Grade or Pipe Laying and Trenching.

Any experience in Roads, Civil and Infrastructure is brilliant. Pay rate varies depending on Experience, from $36/hr to $50/hr, TFN with Overtime and Penalty rates plus Travel and Meal allowance after 9.5hour shift.

We have positions that range from 5 days to long term. Hours range from 6.50 am onsite to 3.30pm or 5.00pm to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, occasional Saturday shifts when needed.

You must have:

• Current Civil Operator Ticket - VOC and / or SOA
• WHITE CARD + PHOTO ID
• MUST have Australian working rights 
• Full PPE including Hard Hat, Steel Cap Boots, Long Sleeve HiVis, Long Workwear Pants, Builders Gloves, Eye Protection and Ear Protection
• Australian driver's license & reliable transport

Highly Favourable:

• Any other machine or Truck tickets such HR, HC, MR or MC.
• Any Demo experience – Residential or Commercial
• Any Asbestos Tickets or Supervisor Tickets
• Pipelaying Experience Highly Favourable
• GPS Experience Highly Regarded

What you will be doing:

• Mostly Civil projects
• Deep Hole and Open Spaces
• Clearing Trees and Shrubbery
• Complex Infrastructure
• Spreading and Compacting material
• Carry out Levelling
• Digging Trenches
• Digging Pits and Footings
• Digging Foundations and Retaining Walls
• Roads, Open Spaces and Pathways
• Some Demolition and Excavation projects for the right Operator
• Sometimes Loading Trucks and Trailers
• Excavate, Break, Drill, Level, Compact, Move, Load and Spread Earth, Rock, Rubble, Soil and other Material.

Excavator:

• Building roads and footpaths
• Operate 2.5T–35T machines 
• Detail, trim & grade, and bulk excavation
• Deep hole, trenching, and footing excavation
• Foundation and retaining wall work
• Spread, level, and compact material
• Dig pits, trenches, and structural footings
• Clear vegetation and prepare work zones
• Load/unload trucks and trailers
• Perform demolition tasks (if licensed)
• Operate attachments as required
• Break, drill, compact, move, and spread earth, rock, rubble, and soil

Moxy (Articulated Dump Truck):

• Safely haul materials across uneven and rough terrain
• Load and unload loose material (soil, rock, spoil, sand)
• Maintain safe tipping practices in tight or inclined work zones
• Work in coordination with excavators, loaders, and dozers
• Conduct pre-starts and routine maintenance checks
• Support bulk earthworks, drainage, and large-scale material movements

Dozer / Loader:

• Push and spread bulk materials (soil, rock, gravel) across large work zones
• Assist in levelling, grading, and shaping terrain
• Strip topsoil and assist in base preparation
• Create access roads, pads, and drainage paths
• Maintain material stockpiles and batter slopes
• Work around survey marks and GPS coordinates (if required)

Skid Steer / Pozi:

• Conduct fine grading and finish work in tight or confined areas
• Load and distribute small loads of materials
• Clear debris, brush, and spoil quickly
• Maintain access paths and site cleanliness
• Assist with backfilling, compacting, and trench support
• Operate multiple attachments

Grader Operator:

• Operate grader to cut, spread, and level earth, gravel, and other materials to fine tolerances
• Perform rough and final trim grading for roads, pads, trenches, and drainage lines
• Work to laser, string line, and/or GPS (if equipped) to meet required levels and specifications
• Maintain consistent grade across long distances (e.g., roadways, subdivisions, infrastructure corridors)
• Create and shape drainage swales, table drains, batters, and shoulders
• Prepare surfaces for sealing, concrete pours, or pavement layers
• Operate across various site conditions (soft, uneven, sloped, confined)
• Coordinate with roller, water cart, and loader operators to ensure proper compaction and finish
• Conduct daily pre-starts and routine maintenance (blade checks, hydraulic inspection, etc.)
• Work closely with engineers, surveyors, and site supervisors to ensure grade accuracy
• Maintain awareness of underground services and environmental controls
• Adjust blade angle, pitch, and height for different terrain and grading tasks

Water Cart Operator:

• Operate water cart to suppress dust across active civil sites
• Fill, operate, and discharge water to designated areas (roads, trenches, stockpiles)
• Maintain safe speeds and awareness in high-traffic work zones
• Monitor and manage water usage throughout the day
• Assist in compaction processes by maintaining appropriate moisture levels
• Refill tanks from designated water sources or standpipes
• Conduct pre-start inspections and minor maintenance of the vehicle
• Work alongside roller and grader operators to aid material preparation

Roller Operator:

• Operate smooth drum or padfoot roller for compaction of subgrade and base layers
• Compact soil, gravel, asphalt, and other materials to spec
• Work in coordination with grader and water cart to maintain compaction moisture levels
• Conduct rolling patterns to meet density and compaction targets
• Perform safe operation on inclines, edges, and around excavations
• Complete and document pre-start safety checks
• Assist in ground preparation prior to paving or construction
• Identify and report any inconsistencies or soft spots in materials

How to Apply:

Apply via the “Apply” button.
Or call to speak to Lina on 02 97250 0676.