Phantom Slabs is looking for an experienced Excavator Operator with an HR truck licence and a solid background in residential slab excavation.

We need someone who can read engineering/architectural plans, organise their work and confidently complete excavation from site preparation through to drilling piers and loading out spoil. Experience installing screw piles will be highly regarded.

Phantom Slabs | Based in Carrum Downs

Phantom Slabs is looking for an experienced Excavator Operator with an HR truck licence and a solid background in residential slab excavation.

We need someone who can read engineering/architectural plans, organise their work and confidently complete excavation from site preparation through to drilling piers and loading out spoil. Experience installing screw piles will be highly regarded.

About the role

You’ll work across our residential slab projects, with duties including:

- Operating excavators for slab preparation, footings and detailed excavation.
- Reading engineering plans and working to specified dimensions and levels.
- Drilling bored piers to engineering requirements.
- Installing screw piles and recording installation details.
- Loading out dirt and managing spoil removal.




- Driving HR trucks to transport equipment and spoil (if needed).
- Preparing and levelling slab bases.
- Completing daily machinery checks and keeping equipment clean and maintained.
- Helping the team with general site duties when required.

What we’re looking for

- Proven excavator experience on residential housing/house slabs.
- A current HR truck licence.
- Ability to read and understand slab and footing plans.
- Experience drilling piers and completing accurate excavation.
- Screw pile installation experience preferred.

Ability to work independently and alongside our crews. A reliable, practical approach and pride in the finished job. A current White Card and a robust focus on site safety.

This is a hands-on role for someone who takes responsibility, looks after their equipment and keeps the job moving.

What we offer

- Varied work across residential excavation and truck driving.
- An established business with opportunities to grow.
- Pay negotiated based on your experience and capabilities.
- A straightforward team that values reliability and quality workmanship.

📌 Excavator Operator (Melbourne)
🏢 Phantom Slabs
📍 Melbourne