NDD / Hydro Excavation Operators Required Urgently

GMA Environmental Services is currently seeking experienced NDD / Hydro Excavation Operators to join our team on a full-time permanent basis, delivering works throughout South Australia.

We maintain and rehabilitate wastewater, sewer, stormwater and drainage assets for water authorities, local government councils and similar industries. Our hydro excavation teams also undertake Non-Destructive Digging (NDD) and excavation works around underground services and infrastructure.

For the right applicants, we offer:

• Permanent full-time NDD / Hydro Excavation Operator positions
• Training and development to enhance your skills
• Very attractive remuneration
• Regular rostered callouts and ample overtime opportunities
• Uniforms and personal protective equipment supplied
• Long-term career opportunities in a highly in-demand essential services industry

We are particularly interested in applicants with experience in:

• Hydro Excavation / Non-Destructive Digging (NDD)
• Vacuum excavation operations
• Excavating around underground services and utilities
• Safe exposure of underground infrastructure
• Operating hydro excavation / vacuum trucks
• High-pressure water operation
• Sewer, stormwater and civil infrastructure maintenance
• Working within road reserves, construction sites and utility environments

Applicants with HR licences will be strongly regarded due to the requirements associated with operating Hydro Excavation / NDD vehicles.

Previous experience in hydro excavation, vacuum excavation, NDD, drain cleaning, civil works, underground services or similar industries will be highly regarded; however, on-the-job training will be provided to suitable candidates.

Basic computer literacy is also required for field reporting and job documentation, and training will be provided to successful applicants.

The following current competencies will be looked upon favourably but are not essential:

• Confined Space Entry, including BA & Rescue
• OHS Construction Induction Card / White Card
• Working Safely at Heights
• First Aid
• Traffic Control

Skills and abilities required:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Strong work ethic
• High focus on workplace safety
• Ability to safely operate plant and equipment
• Ability to follow safe work procedures around underground services
• Ability to travel when required
• Ability to participate in a rotating after-hours callout roster
• Willingness to learn and develop within the industry

If you are hardworking, safety-focused and looking to build a long-term career in an essential and recession-resistant industry, this is an excellent opportunity to join an established environmental services company.

With training, experience, overtime and rostered callouts, successful NDD / Hydro Excavation Operators can earn upwards of $125,000 per year.

Apply now to join GMA Environmental Services and develop your career as an NDD / Hydro Excavation Operator.