Group
Occupation

741234 Excavator Operator

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

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
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