Civil Construction Plant Operator

A Civil Construction Plant Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery used in civil construction projects such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and cranes. Their role involves maneuvering and controlling these machines to carry out tasks like earthmoving, road building, and site preparation.

Operators must ensure the equipment is maintained properly, conduct safety checks, and follow site plans and instructions to meet project requirements. They work closely with site supervisors and other construction workers to ensure efficient and safe operations on construction sites, often in outdoor and sometimes challenging environments. Strong attention to detail, mechanical skills, and adherence to safety regulations are essential in this role.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $88,400
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a civil construction plant operator?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction (Bituminous Surfacing)
On Campus, Traineeship
18 - 36 months
$0 - $10,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Road Construction Worker Plant Operator Construction Labourer
Road Marker Civil Construction Plant Operator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Road Construction Worker Plant Operator Construction Labourer Road Marker Civil Construction Plant Operator + 2 more
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying)
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 36 months
$0 - $8,330
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pipelayer Civil Construction Plant Operator Drainage Worker
Civil Construction Supervisor Road Construction Worker Plant Operator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pipelayer Civil Construction Plant Operator Drainage Worker Civil Construction Supervisor Road Construction Worker Plant Operator + 3 more
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction (Bridge Construction and Maintenance)
Traineeship
18 - 24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Construction Worker Formworker
Scaffolder Concreter Steel Fixer Civil Construction Plant Operator
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Construction Worker Formworker Scaffolder Concreter Steel Fixer Civil Construction Plant Operator + 4 more
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction (Timber Bridge Construction and Maintenance)
Blended
30 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Construction Worker Formwork Carpenter
Civil Construction Plant Operator Trade Assistant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Construction Worker Formwork Carpenter Civil Construction Plant Operator Trade Assistant + 2 more
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction (Tunnel Construction)
Traineeship
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Construction Worker Pipelayer
Civil Construction Plant Operator Formwork Carpenter Plant Operator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Construction Worker Pipelayer Civil Construction Plant Operator Formwork Carpenter Plant Operator + 3 more
RII30820 & CPC30320

Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations & Certificate III in Concreting
Apprenticeship, On Campus
17 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Worker Civil Construction Plant Operator Construction Labourer
Machine Operator Concreter Steel Fixer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Worker Civil Construction Plant Operator Construction Labourer Machine Operator Concreter Steel Fixer + 3 more
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