Join the Handy Excavations Team – Drainage & Civil Works (Sydney)

Handy Excavations is growing, and we're looking for motivated, hands-on team members to join us across Sydney in the drainage and civil construction industry.

We value hard work, honesty, and reliability – if that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

What we're looking for (ALL essential):

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- Minimum C class licence and own transport - applicants with a truck licence (MR/HR or higher) will be looked upon favourably

- Strong work ethic – honest, reliable, and willing to get stuck in

- Fit and capable of undertaking physically demanding work

- Previous labouring or drainage experience

- Ability to maintain and take responsibility for work vehicles and equipment, including keeping the work truck clean and ensuring GPS equipment is properly cared for

Your day-to-day could include:

- Assisting with pipe laying and drainage works

- Filling, securing and stacking sandbags, maintaining sufficient stock levels for immediate use

- Digging trenches, mixing and pouring concrete

- Keeping the worksite clean, safe, and running smoothly

- Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the work truck and ensuring all onboard equipment and tools (including GPS) is looked after

- Loading/unloading and moving materials on site

What we offer:

- Competitive pay rates – negotiated based on your skills and experience





- Consistent projects across the South West Sydney region, including broader Sydney locations where required
- A supportive team environment where hard work is valued

- Immediate start for the right candidates

Please note: This is physical, hands-on work – ideal for those who enjoy working outdoors and being part of a team that gets the job done. Our current projects are based in Austral (2179) and Wilton (2571).

Applicants must be willing to demonstrate their skills and experience by participating in a paid two-day trial. This trial will allow both the applicant and Handy Excavations to ensure the role is the right fit.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment and reference checks.

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Australia.

Interested in joining the team?

Please email your resume along with a short cover letter outlining:

- Your previous construction or civil experience

- Any drainage or pipe-laying experience

- Your availability and earliest possible start date

- Why you are interested in the position

- What you are looking for in your next job

- Why you believe you would be a positive fit for our team

Email applications to: *@handyexcavations.com

Join a crew that takes pride in doing the job properly and getting it right the first time.

*Previous applicants need not apply.

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