Experienced Excavator Operator – Full-Time

Company: Chelka PTY LTD

Position: Excavator Operator

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Mount Barker, WA 6324

Salary: $79,500 – $85,000 per year + superannuation

About the Role

Chelka PTY LTD is seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join our team on a full-time basis in Mount Barker, Western Australia.

The successful applicant will primarily work across Blue gum plantations spreading slash/residue from blue gum harvest.

We are looking for someone with solid excavator operating experience, practical mechanical knowledge and previous experience working in plantation or similar environments.

Key Duties

- Operate excavators safely and efficiently across plantation
- Organise tree stumps, logs and vegetation from harvest
- Spread slash/residue from blue gum harvest.
- Conduct daily pre-start inspections and routine machinery checks(Machines to be greased daily)
- Identify and report mechanical faults or maintenance requirements
- Ability to remove hydraulic hoses if necessary.
- Follow workplace safety procedures and supervisors instructions
- When working alone, maintain regular communication with the supervisor by sending a check-in text message every two hours
- Assist with general site duties as required

Skills and Experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience as an Excavator Operator




- Previous experience working in plantation, forestry, agricultural or similar environments
- Good practical knowledge of excavators and basic mechanical systems
- Ability to carry out basic machinery inspections and identify mechanical issues
- Good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements
- Current WA C Class driver's licence
- Relevant excavator competency, ticket or qualification is highly regarded
- Must be able to successfully complete a drug and alcohol test
- Must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is:

- Reliable and punctual
- Hard-working and responsible
- Safety-conscious
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Able to follow instructions and communicate effectively with supervisors and other workers
- Willing to work as part of a team
- Adaptable with working hours when required
- Able to maintain a high standard of work

This is a full-time position based in Mount Barker, WA 6324.

Applicants should submit a current resume outlining their relevant excavator operating experience, qualifications and previous employment.

Chelka PTY LTD

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38.0 – 50.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Excavator Operator (Mount Barker)
🏢 Chelka
📍 Mount Barker