Panettiere Builders Pty Ltd
Newstead, Brisbane QLD
$50 - $70 per hour + overtime/penalties, depending on experience

Panettiere Builders is seeking experienced Excavator Operators to join our construction team on a major residential high-rise project in Newstead.

We are looking for reliable, safety-focused operators who take pride in their work and can confidently operate excavators in a busy construction environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure ongoing work with an established construction and development business working on a significant residential project.

About the Role

Your responsibilities will include:
Operating excavators safely and efficiently on a major residential high-rise construction site
Excavation, trenching, bulk earthworks and general site works
Loading, levelling and material handling as required
Working around other plant, trades and site personnel
Carrying out daily plant checks and reporting any mechanical or safety issues
Following site safety procedures, SWMS and directions from site management
Maintaining a clean, protected and productive work setting
Assisting with general site duties when required

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:




Proven experience operating excavators in a commercial construction environment
Experience on residential/high-rise construction projects highly regarded
Relevant plant competency/tickets and licences
White Card
Demonstrated understanding of construction site safety requirements
Ability to safely operate plant around workers, structures and other machinery
Strong work ethic and reliable attendance
Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a site team
A professional and safety-conscious approach to your work
Additional plant tickets or experience operating other machinery will be highly regarded.

What We Offer
$50 - $70 per hour, depending on experience and capability
Overtime and applicable penalties
Ongoing work on a major residential high-rise project
Immediate start available for the right candidate
Professional and established construction workplace
Opportunity for ongoing work with Panettiere Builders

Only applicants with relevant Australian work rights and the required qualifications/tickets will be considered.
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📌 Excavator Operator – Residential High Rise Construction Brisbane
🏢 Panettiere Builders
📍 Brisbane