28 Oct
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All Aspects Excavator Hire
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Hervey Bay
28 Oct
All Aspects Excavator Hire
Hervey Bay
All Aspects Excavator Hire – Hervey Bay QLD
Company: All Aspects Excavator Hire
Employment type: Full time, Monday to Friday, with provision for weekend and overtime work
Reports to: Owner / Operations Management
Remuneration: Above-award, negotiable for the right candidate, plus overtime
Water Cart / Side Tipper Driver (HC) – Position Description
Company: All Aspects Excavator Hire
Employment type: Full time, Monday to Friday, with provision for weekend and overtime work
Reports to: Owner / Operations Management
Remuneration: Above-award, negotiable for the right candidate, plus overtime
About the Role
All Aspects Excavator Hire is seeking motivated, clean and skilled driver to join the growing team. Based in Hervey Bay, however work will be across southeast Queensland. You will operate our side tipper/water cart truck on civil, road construction and earthmoving projects. You must be able to work away from Hervey Bay during the week while required. This is a hands‑on role for someone who takes pride in their truck, works safely, and is happy to help the crew when the cart isn’t needed.
Key Responsibilities
Driver operations
- Operate the HR water cart safely and efficiently for dust suppression, soil compaction and site watering
- Monitor water levels and use water efficiently, refilling at approved points
- Work around loaders, excavators, trucks, and pedestrians, following site rules and traffic management
- Cart and deliver bulk materials such as gravel, sand, soil, and fill
- Load, tip and spread materials safely and accurately, watching for power lines, soft or uneven ground, and people
- Ensure loads are covered, restrained and within legal mass and dimension limits before leaving site
- Work closely with excavator and loader operators
Vehicle care and compliance
- Complete pre‑start and post‑start checks on the truck every shift
- Report faults, damage and maintenance needs promptly
- Keep the truck clean, roadworthy, and compliant, including NHVR requirements where applicable
- Complete dockets, logbooks, and timesheets accurately
Safety and teamwork
- Take part in pre‑start meetings and toolbox talks
- Follow WHS/OHS policies and safe work procedures at all times
- Report hazards, near misses and incidents straight away
- Communicate clearly with the Leading Hand, operators, and other drivers, including by two‑way radio
- Help with general yard duties when required, such as moving material and keeping the site tidy
Essential Requirements
- Minimum HR (Heavy Rigid) licence
- Minimum 2 years' driving experience
- Current white card (construction induction)
- Current Queensland driver history report (TMR)
- Water cart experience, or RII competency for water cart operation
- Good communication and navigation skills
- A great attitude and high respect for equipment and teammates
- Strong safety focus and ability to follow site procedures
- Reliable and trustworthy, with the ability to work to company goals and targets
- Right to work in Australia
Desirable (Not Essential)
- Truck and dog experience
- Excavator, bobcat, dozer, or loader experience
- Machinery tickets
- Mechanical knowledge
- Knowledge of NHVR rules, regulations, and guidelines
- Previous experience in civil, landscaping, quarry, or earthmoving work
- First Aid / CPR certification
What We Offer
- Travel, accommodation, and away work allowances
- Late‑model, well‑maintained trucks and machinery
- A great work environment with other professional drivers
- Training and the chance to learn current skills
Opportunities to move into other machinery and truck driving roles as the business expands
📌 Water Cart (Hervey Bay)
🏢 All Aspects Excavator Hire
📍 Hervey Bay