Plant Operator – Civil ConstructionA good operator can move material.
A great operator can read the site, protect the equipment, work safely around people and services, and help the entire crew deliver a quality result.
Civil Tech is looking for a great one.
About Civil TechCivil Tech Pty Ltd is a well-established South Australian civil construction company that has been delivering infrastructure throughout South Australia for more than 35 years.
Our projects are varied and include stormwater infrastructure, roads, carparks, bridges, boardwalks, shared-use trails, streetscapes, hard landscaping and marine infrastructure.
We are small enough for your contribution to be genuinely noticed, but established enough to offer secure employment, quality projects and a strong pipeline of work.
As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Civil Plant Operator with strong excavator and skid steer capability to join our team.
About the RoleAs one of our Civil Plant Operators, you will work as part of an experienced project team across a variety of civil construction sites throughout metropolitan and regional South Australia.
This is a hands-on position.
Our operators are an important part of the overall crew and must be willing and able to work both on and off the machine.
You will be responsible for operating Civil Tech's plant safely and efficiently, undertaking a range of civil construction activities and contributing to a protected, productive and well-presented worksite.
Key Responsibilities
Safely and efficiently operate excavators, skid steers and other civil construction plant
Undertake detailed excavation, trenching, drainage, earthworks, site preparation and general civil works
Work safely around underground and overhead services
Complete daily pre-start inspections and report plant faults or maintenance requirements
Take responsibility for the care, cleanliness and security of the equipment you operate
Work closely with Site Supervisors, Leading Hands and other members of the civil crew
Assist with general civil construction activities when plant operation is not required
Follow project plans, site instructions, Safe Work Method Statements,



environmental controls and Civil Tech procedures
Contribute to the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of Civil Tech's projects
Maintain a safe, productive and well-presented worksite
About YouYou are an experienced and capable plant operator who understands that good operating involves more than simply moving material.
You can read the site, work safely around people and services, protect the equipment entrusted to you and contribute positively to the performance of the entire crew.
You take pride in the quality of your work, look after your equipment and are willing to assist with general civil construction activities when you are not required on the machine.
You are practical, reliable and team-focused, and you can follow instructions while also using sound judgement on site.
Skills and ExperienceEssential
Demonstrated plant-operating experience within the civil construction industry
Proven experience operating excavators and/or skid steers
Current Driver's Licence and reliable transport
Current White Card
Relevant plant competencies, tickets or Verification of Competency
Strong understanding of safe plant operation and working around services
Ability to complete plant inspections and identify potential faults
Willingness and ability to work both on and off plant
Reliable, practical and team-focused approach
Pride in the quality of your work and the equipment entrusted to you
Ability to follow instructions and use sound judgement on site
Experience in stormwater drainage, road construction, detailed excavation, final trim, structures, streetscapes or local government projects will be highly regarded.
Desirable
Truck Licence
Work Zone Traffic Management
First Aid
Additional plant competencies
Experience reading construction plans and identifying levels




Experience using machine-control systems
Experience operating a variety of civil construction plant and machinery
What We Offer
Secure, permanent full-time employment
Competitive wages and conditions based on demonstrated skills and experience
A strong and varied pipeline of civil construction work
Diverse civil infrastructure projects across metropolitan and regional South Australia
A friendly, straightforward and supportive working environment
Recognition for people who take responsibility and perform well
Opportunities to expand your skills and progress within the company
The opportunity to be part of an established South Australian business where your contribution is valued
If you are a capable operator who looks after your equipment, supports the people around you and takes pride in doing the job properly, we would like to hear from you.
How to ApplyPlease submit your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your civil construction and plant-operating experience and your suitability for the role.
Please include details of:
The types of plant you are experienced in operating
The approximate sizes of the machines you have operated
The types of civil construction projects you have worked on
Your current licences, tickets and plant competencies
This is a permanent full-time position, working Monday to Friday.
A negotiable commencement date and competitive wages and conditions will be offered to the successful applicant.
Applications close Sunday, 16 August ****.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the closing date.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applications should be forwarded by email to:
Julie HiscockChief Operating OfficerCivil Tech Pty Ltd231 Fullarton RoadEastwood SA ****Email: ******
Please note: This is a direct recruitment opportunity.
Civil Tech Pty Ltd has not engaged any recruitment agencies to recruit for this position.
Applications submitted by recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted or considered, and no fees will be payable in relation to unsolicited candidate submissions.

📌 Experienced Plant Operators (Adelaide)
🏢 Civil Tech
📍 Adelaide