Excavator Operators for hire in Melbourne, Victoria

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 Melbourne, Victoria to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    1,043

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Construction Experience
    11%
    White Card
    6%
    Forklift
    6%
  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training
    42%
    High school diploma or GED
    42%
    Bachelor's degree
    17%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    40%
    Less than a year
    20%
    3-5 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • Boral Resources
    • Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
    • Infrabuild
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    50%
    More than 5 years
    50%

Browse Indeed's database of 1,043 profiles for Excavator Operators in Melbourne, Victoria

Last updated: 14 Nov 2026

Excavator Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Melbourne, Victoria: $81,613 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $61,532 – $108,248 yearly
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  • Water Reticulation Operator

    Melbourne, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardFull Driver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationCertificate IIConstruction Induction Card (White Card)Certificate II in Hospitality (SIT20322)+2 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementConstruction Site ExperienceConstruction ExperienceManual HandlingManual Handling TechniquesUnloading
  • Demolition excavator operator,

    Sunshine, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Skid Steer Loader

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceHeavy Equipment OperationConstruction ExperienceLoader OperationFlatbedMechanical Knowledge
  • Plumber. Excavator operator mc licence dogman ticket etc

    Avondale Heights, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver Licence

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperiencePlumbingProperty MaintenanceForklift LicenceLift TruckForklift
  • Machine operator/site services

    Southbank, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardDriver Licence – VictoriaDriver Licence – VictoriaFirst Aid CertificationManual Driver LicenceConstruction Induction Card (White Card)+6 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementMachine OperationMaintenanceSchedule ManagementContinuous ImprovementMaterials Handling
  • Traffic Controller (Casual)

    Ascot Vale, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    RIW CardWhite CardBackhoe OperationManual Driver LicenceConstruction Induction Card (White Card)Certificate III

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsLeadershipFront-End LoadersWheel LoaderExcavatorCustomer Service
  • MULTI SKILLED CREW MEMBER / SPRAYER OPERATOR

    Hawthorn, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardUnloadingWheel LoaderRoad RollersFirst Aid CertificationConstruction Induction Card (White Card)+4 more

    Skills

    Safe Work PracticesRisk AssessmentsPavingVehicle InspectionsOccupational Safety Regulation ComplianceFront-End Loaders

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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, white card and forklift.

What licenses or certifications are common for excavator operators?

Common licenses or certifications for excavator operators include: White Card, Construction Induction Card (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: demolition excavator operator,, excavator operator/foreman and machine operator/site services.

What level of education is common for an excavator operator?

Vocational or technical training is the most common level of education for an excavator operator in Melbourne, Victoria, 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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