Hydrovac Operator

Who We Are

Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia’s energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering a $1B portfolio annually, the work we do is essential to bringing energy to our communities safely and reliably, while powering the nation’s energy transition. With a diverse workforce of more than 2,300, we expertly deliver our services across Australia.  

About The Role

Join Zinfra as a Hydrovac Operator and play a vital role in safely exposing underground utilities using state-of-the-art hydro excavation equipment. This hands-on role supports essential infrastructure projects across our communities and contributes to the expansion of our networks in the ACT and surrounding regions.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Operate hydrovac trucks to perform non-destructive excavation
• Safely expose underground utilities including pipes and cables
• Support mains and service laying activities as required
• Conduct site assessments and set up safe work zones
• Communicate with builders, plumbers, third parties and property owners
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and construction standards
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting using systems like Upvise

About You

You’re a safety-conscious operator with a strong work ethic and a passion for working outdoors. You thrive in physically active roles and enjoy being part of a team that contributes to essential infrastructure projects. You take pride in doing things the right way – safely, efficiently, and with attention to detail. Whether you're operating heavy machinery or communicating with stakeholders on-site, you bring professionalism, reliability, and a commitment to high standards.

• Valid medium or heavy rigid driver’s license
• Experience operating hydrovac or similar excavation equipment
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments and field settings
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why you should work for us

What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people’s lives across our country every single day. We are proud to keep Australia connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future.

Our people are our energy source. We offer meaningful benefits and rewards, including being a certified family-friendly workplace, flexible work arrangements, various leave benefits, career development pathways, a wellbeing program, and more.

We also champion equal opportunity employment with commitments to gender equity and First Nations representation. We welcome applications from people of all culturally diverse group, all ages, differing abilities, the LGBTIQ+ community, neurodiverse individuals, and those with multiple or intersecting identities.

We believe Zinfra is a great place to belong—but don’t just take our word for it; hear our team members share what working at Zinfra means to them.

Recruitment Process

During our recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check.

Notice to Third Parties: Zinfra does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.