Civil Operator – Excavator and Truck Driver / Grader / Earthmoving | Full-Time

About Us

Bells Civil Excavations is a family-owned business servicing the Yarra Valley and greater Melbourne. We deliver high-quality civil, infrastructure, and maintenance works across councils, utilities, water authorities, and private clients.

With a strong reputation for reliability, safety, and high standards, we are expanding our team and looking for skilled operators who take pride in their work.

About the Role

We’re seeking a capable and confident Civil Operator with experience on excavators, graders, and general earthmoving equipment.

This is a hands-on role working across a variety of civil projects including roadworks, drainage, culverts, reinstatement, bulk earthworks, utilities, and maintenance.

The ideal candidate is someone who can jump straight onto the machine, work well with a small team, and complete high-quality work with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities
Safe and efficient operation of excavators, graders, and other earthmoving machinery
Civil earthworks including trimming, final trim, bulk earthworks, trenching, backfilling, reinstatement
Working to levels, laser setups, and site plans




Completing daily pre-starts and equipment checksSupporting on-ground civil works when needed
Following all safety procedures, SWMS and site requirements
Maintaining a clean and professional work environment

Skills & Experience
Proven experience operating excavators and graders in a civil setting
Grader Experience Favourable
Ability to assist with labouring and site setup when required
Strong earthmoving and final trim skills
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Reliable, safe, and team-oriented work ethic
Ability to work unsupervised and produce consistently high-quality work

Desirable (not essential)
Skid steer, roller, or additional plant tickets
Experience working under councils, VicRoads, Melbourne Water or utilities

What We Offer
Reliable full time work across varied civil projects
Well-maintained machinery and equipment
Strong team culture in a supportive, family-run company
Opportunities to progress into Leading Hand, Site Lead or specialist roles
Local work across the Yarra Valley + Melbourne surrounds

Who This Role Suits
Enjoys working across a mix of civil jobs
Wants long-term stability and a great team
Values working for a company that treats its people with respect
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