Excavator Operator - Drainage

• Named 5-Star Employer of Choice for excellence in culture & employee experience
• Long-term positions with a Large pipeline of works
• 50 hour weeks plus optional Saturdays with overtime rates

Shadforth is seeking experienced Excavator Operators to join our Pipe Crews delivering large-scale subdivision projects across the Gold 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:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working within Pipe Crews
• Experience working with shoring boxes and deep excavations
• Competent in benching trenches to industry standards
• Confident working safely around services and alongside crews
• GPS experience - Side operator opportunities available for non-GPS operators

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.

Checkout our website for other career opportunities - www.shadcivil.com.au