Could you become a Backhoe Operator?
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What this job is
A backhoe operator uses a wheeled or tracked excavating machine equipped with a digging bucket and hydraulic boom to excavate, load, and move earth, rock, and other materials on construction, civil engineering, and landscaping sites. They operate the backhoe from an enclosed or open cab, controlling hydraulic systems and attachments to perform tasks including trenching, foundation digging, material handling, and site preparation while adhering to safe work method statements and site safety plans.
Pay
A$1,900 a week
This is the median for full-time employees who are not managers and are paid at the adult rate, before tax and salary sacrifice. It is a guide to what the work pays, not a wage rate.
Source: ABS Survey of Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025, customised report.
What this role asks for
- Active Listeningcore
- Adaptability and Flexibilitycore
- Attention to Detailcore
- Incident Reportingcore
- Policy and Procedure Adherencecore
- Problem Solvingcore
- Regulatory and Legislative Awarenesscore
- Risk Identificationcore
- Team Collaborationcore
- Time Management and Prioritisationcore
- Verbal Communicationcore
- Workload Self-Managementcore
- Basic Arithmetic and Numerical Accuracy
- Continuous Learning and Upskilling
- Delivery Scheduling
- Dispatch Documentation
- Goal Setting and Planning
- Stakeholder Communication