Excavator Operator - Quarry

Excavator Operator - Level 2 - Quarry Experience Preferred
Location: Rockbank, Victoria
 
Workfast is looking for an experienced Excavator Operator with Level 2 experience, to start ASAP!
 
Why Choose Us:

• Competitive pay penalties and allowances with weekly pay
• Monday to Friday roster, 8 hour shift days and possible overtime
• Long-term ongoing role and consistent hours weekly for the right candidate.
• Supportive, safety-focused team environment.
• Career growth opportunities within the manufacturing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate excavators of various sizes across quarry operations with face loading experience.
• Extract, load, move and stockpile quarry materials as required.
• Front and sales loading
• Load trucks and other mobile plant safely and efficiently.
• Conduct excavation, battering, trenching and general earthmoving activities.
• Feed and manage material around crushing and screening operations where required.
• Maintain stockpiles and ensure materials are placed correctly.
• Complete daily pre-start inspections and identify any mechanical or safety issues.
• Operate machinery in accordance with site procedures and safety requirements.
• Assist with general quarry duties and other mobile plant operations when required.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, truck drivers and other quarry personnel.
• Follow all workplace health and safety, environmental and operational procedures.
• Report hazards, incidents, equipment faults and maintenance requirements promptly.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Current Excavator Ticket
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Previous experience in Civil works/ Mining or Quarry's
• Full Australian working rights
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Flexibility to work overtime when required
• A reliable, punctual, and motivated attitude
• Professionalism and a strong commitment to workplace safety

About Us:
 
Workfast is a labour-hire company working with some of Australia's largest companies. We operate in all states of Australia and our employees work across multiple industries. When you join our team, we make sure you're looked after, paid well, and that we follow all Australian Fair Work standards.
Workfast embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at any stage of the application process.