Riw Excavator Operator

Workfast are working on behalf of an a well known civil and rail company who have recently been awarded a number of packages on station upgrades across the Queensland Rail and Aurizon network.

Our client are looking for Skilled Excavator Operators who have background working within the rail corridor, valid rail tickets and able to operate multiple sized machines up to 36 tonne. 

What you get

• Ongoing work with plenty of hours and OT
• Opportunity to work on a major QLD government project.
• Great rates of pay
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Potential for full time opportunities / continuous work for the right candidates.
• Multiple rosters shifts from days, nights and weekend work.

About you

• Must have an up to date RII to operate excavators
• Able to carry out final trim works using Topcon GPS systems
• Experience working within the rail corridor
• Have RIW card, cat 3 medical, SARC and WET (QR)
• Experience in operating in tight areas 
• Able to perm detailed work around utilities 
• Experience in using machines up to 36 tonne
• 3-4 years working in a similar role 
• Be able to work 60 - 70 hours per week
• Having any other tickets such as bobcat, moxy or roller will be a huge bonus.

What you will be doing

• Working on a major QLD Rail project
• Operating all different size excavators up to 36 tonne
• Assisting labour when required
• Bulking out
• Detailing work
• Final Trim
• Loading trucks
• Any other duties as per site management

About us
Workfast is a labour hire company working with some of Australia’s largest and leading building companies. We operate in all states of Australia and our employees work in all industries. When you join our team we make sure that you're looked after, paid well and that we follow all Australian Fair Work standards.
Workfast embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at any time of application.
All personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with the Privacy Act 1988.

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Additional information

• Long term work on offer
• Great rates of pay
• Immediate start