Group
Occupation
741234 Excavator Operator
Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0
Released
6/12/2024
741234 Excavator Operator
Operates heavy excavation plant to excavate, move and load earth, rock and rubble.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Alternative title
- Digger Operator
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- Positions, operates, controls, monitors and adjusts heavy excavation plant to excavate, move and load earth, rock and rubble in a safe and efficient manner
- Loads and unloads excavation plant with materials
- Performs pre-start checks and routine maintenance on excavation plant
- May perform manual excavation and shovelling as required