Backhoe Operator
Quick Summary
Operate backhoe loaders for excavation, trenching, loading, backfilling, and site-preparation activities. Support drainage, irrigation, road, and general civil works across the estate.
Certificate or recognized vocational/heavy-equipment operator training in Backhoe Operations or a related field. Valid relevant machinery/operator licence or certification where applicable.
The Backhoe Operator will be responsible for safely operating backhoe loaders for excavation, trenching, loading, drainage, site preparation, and general estate-development activities. The role requires versatile equipment operation and careful execution of tasks in both open field and infrastructure work areas.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Operate backhoe loaders for excavation, trenching, loading, backfilling, and site-preparation activities.
- →Support drainage, irrigation, road, and general civil works across the estate.
- →Use both loader and excavator attachments effectively according to assigned tasks.
- →Carry out daily pre-start inspections and report mechanical or operational defects.
- →Perform basic operator-level maintenance, including fluid, tyre, hydraulic, and lubrication checks.
- →Work carefully around existing infrastructure, pipelines, personnel, and other machinery.
- →Coordinate with supervisors and ground personnel during excavation and loading operations.
- →Maintain machine-hour records and report equipment condition as required.
Requirements
~1 min read- Certificate or recognized vocational/heavy-equipment operator training in Backhoe Operations or a related field.
- Valid relevant machinery/operator licence or certification where applicable.
- Minimum 3 years of practical experience operating backhoe loaders or similar earthmoving equipment.
- Proven ability to perform excavation, trenching, loading, backfilling, and material-handling activities.
- Basic knowledge of backhoe mechanical and hydraulic systems and routine operator maintenance.
- Ability to work accurately around underground or surface infrastructure.
- Strong safety awareness and good machine-control skills.
- Experience in agricultural, irrigation, drainage, construction, or land-development projects will be an added advantage.
18th September 2026
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Who can apply
- Tanzania
- Posted
- 20 days ago
Listing Details
- First seen
- September 25, 2026
- Last seen
- October 16, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 20
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 22%
- Scored at
- October 16, 2026
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