Excavator-Operators for hire in Brisbane, Queensland

Find excavator operators who expertly manage heavy machinery to dig, lift, and move materials while demonstrating skills in safety protocols, machine maintenance, and efficient site management. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Brisbane, Queensland to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    738

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Construction Experience9%
    Forklift6%
    White Card5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED63%
    Vocational or technical training38%
  • Years of experience

    6-10 years40%
    3-5 years30%
    More than 10 years30%
  • Current company

    Australian Civil Solutions (ACS)
    Arg Recruitment
    Brisbane QLD
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year29%
    2-5 years29%
    More than 5 years29%

Browse Indeed's database of 738 profiles for Excavator-Operators in Brisbane, Queensland

Last updated: 6 Oct 2026

Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Brisbane, Queensland: $91,535 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $75,729 – $110,640 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • fitter and operator

    Brisbane, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationCPR Certificate

    Skills

    DrivingWeldingConstruction ExperienceFabricationForkliftAutomotive Repair
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Murarrie, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    MSIC

    Skills

    Heavy Equipment OperationPreventative MaintenanceMaintenanceHydraulic System MaintenanceHydraulicsDiesel Engine Repair
  • Multi-Skilled Machinery Operator

    Chermside, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Work Safely at HeightsConfined Space Entry

    Skills

    ConstructionTime ManagementCertificate IIIForklift LicenceLift TruckForklift
  • Yardman

    Runcorn, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Forklift Licence

    Skills

    Food Service ExperienceForkliftLoad & UnloadPallet JackOrder PickingWarehouse Experience
  • Multi Skilled Operator

    Acacia Ridge, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftSecurityMC LicenceCustomer ServiceCertificate IIIMSIC+1 more

    Skills

    Microsoft OfficeAdministrative ExperiencePayrollSalesMarketingManagement
  • Assembly line worker

    Brisbane, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver Licence

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsLeadershipSchedule ManagementCustomer ServiceStockingStock Replenishment

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What's the average time to fill an excavator operator role?

The average time to fill an excavator operator role is 9 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do excavator-operators tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an excavator operator include: construction experience, forklift and white card.

What licenses or certifications are common for excavator-operators?

Common licenses or certifications for excavator-operators include: Certificate III, White Card and First Aid Certification.

What are some job titles related to excavator-operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to excavator-operators include: operator, multi skilled operator and fitter and operator.

What level of education is common for an excavator operator?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for an excavator operator in Brisbane, Queensland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for an excavator operator?

Most excavator-operators have 10 years of professional experience.

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