EWP Operators ready to step into something new — this one’s for you.

We’re looking for EWP Operators who have strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy hands‑on work, and are motivated to learn a new skill in machinery operation.

With work across the

Warrnambool region , this is a secure, full-time opportunity with consistent hours, overtime available, and the chance to expand your capability into specialised machinery operation, with

DIDO options for the right candidate.

The Role: Reporting to the Supervisor, you’ll support vegetation clearance around powerlines while building your capability across specialised plant and machinery. You’ll work across

Warrnambool, Portland and Hamilton , typically travelling up to an hour to site, with

paid LAHA opportunities

available on select projects.

You’ll rotate across a mix of:

Operating EWPs and supporting specialised machinery operations

Pre-start and maintenance checks

Setting up drop zones and exclusion zones

Safety observing + chainsaw tasks

Conducting on-site risk assessments

What’s In It For You

Up to

$45.00 per hour

+ super

(experience dependent)

Consistent

overtime + travel allowances

Fortnightly RDO

for better work‑life balance

All PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and uniforms provided + tools

Permanent, secure full-time role

- Monday to Friday, 8.5-hour shifts from 7.00am – 4.00pm





Well‑maintained equipment and supportive crew

environment

Ongoing

training and development opportunities

To Be Considered (Essential)

Current driver’s licence

EWP / High Risk Licence

Mechanical aptitude and confidence working with equipment

Motivation to learn machinery operation and expand your skill set

Outstanding, but not essential:

First Aid/CPR

White Card

Jarraff Specialised Machine licence (UETDRVC011)

MR/HR Truck Licence

Chainsaw operation qualification (Certificate Level 1 & 2) preferred

Industry experience and/or qualifications (Cert II ESI Powerline Vegetation Control)

Who are Active? We are a family and Australian owned company, that is Australia’s largest provider of arboriculture, vegetation management and consultancy services. We service and advise major cities, governments, and utility companies across Australia, to help keep our environment safe and green.

At Active, we have a proven track record of nurturing our people, equipping them with the skills and qualifications to succeed. Through traineeships, apprenticeships, and internal development, our team members have the opportunity to grow, thrive, and advance across and up our organisation. Join Active and you will have a clear path to success.

Check out our team member stories on our website www.activetreeservices.com.au

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📌 EWP Operators (Warrnambool)
🏢 Active Tree Services
📍 Warrnambool