Synergy Pipelines & Plumbing is a locally owned civil contractor delivering underground water, sewer, drainage and pipeline infrastructure throughout the Mackay region.
We're looking for an experienced Excavator Operator who takes pride in their work, looks after their machine, and understands that quality excavation is critical to a successful pipeline installation.
If you're reliable, safety-focused and enjoy working with a professional crew, we'd like to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
- Operate 5T–30T excavators on civil construction projects
- Excavate for sewer, stormwater and water main installations
- Trim trenches and foundations to level and grade
- Work closely with pipelayers and supervisors
- Lift and place pipes, pits and precast structures
- Complete daily pre-starts and basic machine maintenance
- Work safely around existing underground services
- Assist with general site activities when required
What we're looking for
- Proven experience operating excavators in civil construction
- Experience excavating around live underground services
- Good understanding of trench safety and excavation practices
- Ability to read plans or work from laser/set-out marks
- Final trim experience highly regarded
- White Card (essential)
- Current Driver's Licence (essential)
- Excavator ticket/RII (preferred)
- HR licence (advantage)
- GPS machine control experience (advantage)
We're looking for someone who
- Takes pride in producing neat, accurate work
- Looks after their machine
- Works well within a team
- Turns up every day with a positive attitude
- Wants stable, long-term employment
What you'll get
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience
- Overtime opportunities
- Modern, well-maintained fleet
- Stable pipeline of work across the Mackay region
- Supportive management team
- Opportunity to grow within a respected local company
- Variety of compelling civil infrastructure projects