Plant Operator

Elevate Construction Group QLD is seeking an experienced Operator to join our team in Brisbane. This is a full-time position where you will be required to operate mainly excavators between 6 and 14 ton size, also track loaders, rollers, and other plant where required.

The operator will be required to work within our own construction team helping to dig footings, prepare subgrades of sand or road base and be directed for all earthworks duties required for building and concrete works.

on the tools to assist with work such as building set out, concrete preparation and placement, steel fixing, basic slab on ground formwork, road base placement and compaction and occasionally driving different types of machinery such as excavators, track loaders, forklifts and tippers.

The role involves working as part of a small crew doing projects of various sizes - from specialty small works up to warehouse slabs and new building footings and pavements.

A company vehicle and fuel card is available after probation.

The applicant must have:

1. Experience operating excavators between 6-14 ton size, and the ability to dig detailed footings.
2. Proactive and positive attitude towards work, colleagues, clients and others on site.
3. Be presentable, clean and tidy. Must wear PPE as required.
4. Punctual and reliable.
5. Have your own ute and basic tool kit. Company vehicles are available after probation.
6. Must be willing to assist with ground works when in between operating duties.
7. Ability to read drawings (Civil and structural) highly advantageous.
8. Be an Australian citizen, have an Australian driver's license and be able to obtain a clean police check. (Defence sites requirement)

Elevate Construction Group QLD is a leading construction contractor in Brisbane with sites across Queensland. We are only a small business but specialise in structural building projects for high profile clients at sites such as:

Brisbane Airport, Australian Defence Force, Energy Queensland, Queensland Rail, Schools, Infrastructure Projects, Medical Manufacturing, Retail Shops, Councils and private developments.

We have a strong reputation for professionalism and attention to detail.

*Please note this is not a beginner role*