25T Excavator Operator – Quick Release / Steep Slope Experience Townsville | Long Reach & Rubber Duck | Experienced Operators OnlyAchieve Group is seeking an experienced 25T Excavator Operator for civil and infrastructure works in Townsville.This is a specialist operating role where extensive experience with hydraulic quick-release hitch systems and operating excavators safely on steep slopes is essential.We require an operator who is confident changing between multiple attachments throughout the shift and has demonstrated experience maintaining machine stability, positioning and control while working on steep, uneven and challenging terrain.Key ResponsibilitiesOperate 25T long reach and rubber duck/wheeled excavatorsRegularly use hydraulic quick-release / quick-hitch systemsSafely connect, disconnect and change attachments throughout the working dayComplete positive attachment/locking checks before operatingOperate rock breakers/hammers, tilt rotators, rippers, GP buckets, mud buckets and trenching bucketsSelect the appropriate attachment for changing ground conditions and work activitiesUndertake excavation and rock breaking on steep slopes, batters and uneven terrainSafely position and operate the machine while maintaining stability on challenging groundBatter trimming, benching and detailed slope workTrenching, drainage and working around existing servicesBulk earthworks, loading, backfilling and material handlingConduct daily pre-starts, including inspection of quick-hitch locking mechanisms, attachment pins, hydraulic connections and hosesComply with site WHS,



environmental and client requirementsEssential Experience To be considered, you must have demonstrated hands-on experience in:Hydraulic quick-release / quick-hitch excavator systemsFrequent and secure attachment changeoversOperating multiple hydraulic attachmentsSteep slope and batter excavationSafely operating excavators on steep, uneven and difficult terrain*****T excavatorsLong reach excavatorsRubber duck / wheeled excavatorsHydraulic rock breakersTilt rotatorsCivil construction, earthworks and drainageYou will also require a White Card, current driver's licence and excavator competency/VOC or demonstrated equivalent competency.The Operator We're Looking For This is not a standard excavator operator position.The successful operator must be able to confidently assess the work area, position the machine safely on challenging terrain, select the correct attachment and undertake multiple quick-release attachment changes without requiring instruction or supervision.You must understand the importance of confirming the quick-hitch has positively locked and secured the attachment before use and be comfortable carrying out these procedures repeatedly as the work changes.Previous experience operating on steep slopes and batters is critical.
Applicants whose experience is predominantly flat-ground bulk excavation or who have limited quick-hitch/attachment-change experience will not be suitable for this particular role.Highly regarded: final trim, GPS machine control, TMR/roadworks experience, HR licence, First Aid, Traffic Management, Confined Space and Working at Heights.
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📌 Wheeled Excavator 25 Ton - Townsville
🏢 ACHIEVE Group Australia
📍 Townsville