Excavator / Bobcat Operator – East & West Melbourne
Metroplant & Civil Services
Full-time | $35 – $50 per hour + overtime available
Metroplant & Civil Services is expanding our civil crews across Melbourne's East and West. We're seeking skilled Excavator and Bobcat Operators to join our team, working on a wide range of council and road construction projects. Positions are available for immediate start.
About Us
Metroplant & Civil Services is a well-established Melbourne-based civil construction company specialising in roadworks and infrastructure projects for local and state government clients.
We operate from two yards – Highett and Sunshine North – servicing:
* East: Kingston, Greater Dandenong and Bayside Councils
* West: Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay and Wyndham City Councils
With more than 50 employees and a fleet of 20 excavators and skid steers, we deliver everything from footpath and road reinstatements to full street reconstructions, stormwater drainage, bulk excavation, carparks and activity centre renewals.
The Role
We're looking for experienced Excavator and Bobcat Operators to work alongside our concrete, asphalt and drainage crews.
Operators are responsible for site preparation, trenching, reinstatement and drainage work on a variety of council and civil projects.
Key duties include:
* Excavation and trimming for footpaths, kerb and channel
* Working in with concrete and asphalt crews
* Profiling, sweeping and loading trucks
* Loading, backfilling and final clean-up of sites
About You
You take pride in your work, show initiative, and don't wait to be told what to do.
You're reliable, safety-conscious and keen to be part of a professional, long-term crew.
Essential:
* Excavator and Skid Steer (Bobcat) tickets
* Construction White Card
* Current driver's licence (MR or HR highly regarded)
* Experience in civil construction or reinstatement works
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
We're also open to training capable operators who have some experience and the right attitude to learn and grow.
What We Offer
* Full-time, ongoing work with a reputable civil company
* Work close to home – East or West Melbourne crews
* Uniforms, local work and long-term stability
* Supportive team environment with strong safety focus
* Competitive hourly rates ($35–$50/hr based on experience)
* Overtime and allowances available
* Immediate start available
How to Apply
If you're an experienced operator or a motivated civil worker ready to step up, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply now through SEEK with your resume and contact details.
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Metroplant & Civil Services
Based in Highett and Sunshine North
Delivering roadworks and civil construction across Melbourne's East and West
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