Join the Handy Excavations Team – Drainage & Civil Works (Sydney)

Handy Excavations is growing, and we're looking for motivated, hands-on team members to join us across Sydney in the drainage and civil construction industry.

We value hard work, honesty, and reliability – if that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

What we're looking for (ALL essential):

- White Card
- Minimum C class licence and own transport - applicants with a truck licence (MR/HR or higher) will be looked upon favourably
- Strong work ethic – honest, reliable, and willing to get stuck in
- Fit and capable of undertaking physically demanding work
- Previous labouring or drainage experience
- Ability to maintain and take responsibility for work vehicles and equipment, including keeping the work truck clean and ensuring GPS equipment is properly cared for

Roles available:

- Construction Labourers
- Pipe Layers (minimum 3 years proven experience, must be able to read and understand drainage plans and work with lasers and GPS)
- Excavator Operators (minimum 5 years proven experience, SOA and VOC required, GPS experience preferred)

Your day-to-day could include:

- Assisting with pipe laying and drainage works
- Digging trenches, mixing and pouring concrete
- Keeping the worksite clean, safe, and running smoothly
- Filling, securing and stacking sandbags, maintaining sufficient stock levels for immediate use




- Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the work truck and ensuring all onboard equipment and tools (including GPS) is looked after
- Loading/unloading and moving materials on site

What we offer:

- Competitive pay rates – negotiated based on your skills and experience
- Consistent projects across the South West Sydney region, including broader Sydney locations where required
- A supportive team workplace where hard work is valued
- Immediate start for the right candidates

Please note: This is physical, hands-on work – ideal for those who enjoy working outdoors and being part of a team that gets the job done. Our current project is based in Wilton (2571). Applicants must be willing to demonstrate their skills and experience by participating in a paid two-day trial. This trial will allow both the applicant and Handy Excavations to ensure the role is the right fit.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment and reference checks.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Interested? Email your resume along with a cover letter noting which role you are applying for to [email protected] and join a crew that takes pride in doing things right the first time.

*Previous applicants need not apply

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