Group
Occupation
741234 Excavator Operator
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
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