The Company

An opportunity is available for an experienced Excavator Operator to support site operations, carrying out excavation and material handling tasks safely and efficiently.

Your Role

You'll operate excavators across various site activities, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately and in line with operational requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Operating excavators to move materials and complete excavation tasks
- Conducting pre-start inspections and reporting equipment faults
- Following site safety procedures and operational instructions
- Working closely with ground crew and other operators to coordinate activities
- Maintaining awareness of surrounding workers, equipment and site hazards
- Performing routine equipment checks and maintaining a clean work area
- Reporting hazards, incidents and any equipment issues promptly
- Supporting general site operations as required

About You

You're a reliable and safety-conscious operator with strong equipment-handling skills and a practical approach to site work.

You'll bring:

- Previous experience operating excavators
- Relevant operating licences or competency evidence as required for the role




- A sound understanding of site safety and safe operating procedures
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a team
- Strong situational awareness and attention to detail
- A proactive attitude towards equipment care and workplace safety

Experience working in demolition, construction or similar site environments will be highly regarded.

Other Details

This is a hands-on opportunity for an operator who takes pride in protected equipment operation, efficient work practices and contributing to a productive site team.

What to do now

Submit your current confidential CV via the application link and follow @thechilligroup on LinkedIn for further opportunities.

How Chilli Recruitment operates

We partner with Australian businesses to connect candidates with suitable opportunities. Your application will remain strictly confidential, and applicants who meet the key selection criteria will be contacted for an initial interview. Employer details are shared following registration.

We look forward to partnering with you on your career journey.

📌 Excavator (Adelaide)
🏢 The Chilli Group Jobs
📍 Adelaide