About the Company:
Croft Developments Pty Ltd has a 30+ year history with specialising in the design, construction and operation of Healthcare and Aged Care developments, with multiple projects under construction across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and now Western Australia.
About the Role:
We are looking for a competent Equipment Operator to play a supporting role to our Romsey Construction Supervisor.
The successful candidate will have a min of 3 years or more experience in a similar role with a reputable commercial builder, civil contractor.
About You:
In this role you will be site based and you will need:
- Be part of a team that assist and support each other.
- General labouring and equipment operator.
- Ability to operate the following: Bobcat / skid steer, 5t Excavator, JCB telehandler & other construction / civil equipment on site.
- As the Equipment Operator, you need a general knowledge of common tasks and responsibilities at construction sites, an understanding of proper construction safety procedures, and 3 years of experience working with a skid steer &/or other equipment.
- Your exact duties may vary according to the project at hand, but include digging holes, moving large objects around a construction site, digging trenches, moving dirt or materials, unloading of delivery’s.
- Ensure that appropriate safety controls are in place.
- You will work in close proximity to equipment and people and operate at all times in a safe manner.
- Perform daily fluid level checks on oil, water and fuel; Visual inspection for obvious leaks and damage to machine before operation of equipment as well as safety equipment checks.
- Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe working order. Responsible for notifying supervisor if equipment needs to be repaired.
- This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Skid Steer Operator. Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees. Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with construction / civil works.
Minimum Requirements:
- Previous experience in construction
- Construction Card
- Skid steer ticket &/or other equipment
- Drivers Licence
Rights to work in Australia (valid visa/citizen) and a valid driver's licence are pre-requisites for this position.
See below for one of our previous builds: