Operator/Labourer

4 days ago


Taupo South Waikato New Zealand Civtec Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

We are:

Civtec was established in 2014 and provides civil, and utilities infrastructure works across telecommunications, three waters, and energy. Since inception, we have continued to diversify and now have capabilities covering a range of services and technologies servicing the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. We have a dedicated team across New Zealand of operational field force, customer service and business support teams, using the latest technology and high-quality machinery to provide a leading service second to none.


The role: 

  • Undertake machine operation and labouring within the Civil / Water department in line with Civtec process and requirements.
  • Undertake all work required to complete civil / water projects.
  • Acting as a first line response, provide specific technical advice to team members on site to ensure tasks are completed as per as per the design and meets industry and Civtec standards.
  • Mentor and educate teams on site to improve efficiencies and quality of delivery. Use appropriate Civtec technology (ie. Apps).
  • Ensure all prestart documentation, permits, quality assurance, and compliance documentation is completed. Including supporting others to complete their required documentation.
  • Undertake all work required to complete operation/labouring tasks in a safe manner such as installation of temporary barriers, warning signage, ramps etc.
  • Escalate issues, as appropriate, to the manager.
  • Complete administrative tasks to a high standard.
  • Train and educate current and new staff of practices and processes.
  • Actively communicate with all stakeholders (team members, management, clients) to provide accurate information in a timely manner.
  • Seek opportunities to improve and enhance processes internally and with our partners.
  • Appropriate and timely escalation of issues to internal stakeholders
  • Other duties as reasonably required in accordance with the conditions of this position.

 Qualifications and Experience:

  • Proven experience in all aspects of civil and/or Water works including machine operation and labouring.
  • Full Class 1 New Zealand Drivers Licence (or higher).
  • WTR endorsement.
  • First Aid Certificate preferred.
  • Traffic Management qualifications.

We offer a great range of employee benefits including:

  • The opportunity to join an established dynamic and growing organisation who truly values its team.
  • Independent and confidential employee assistance programme.
  • Commitment to health, safety and wellbeing of our team members.
  • An additional, one-off, week of leave after 5 years of continuous employment with Civtec.
  • Discount and purchase benefit packages with our suppliers.

Working for Civtec you are part of a great team of dedicated employees that enjoy a laugh. We are a growing organisation that offers genuine opportunities for development.

Please note, a drug test and MOJ check is required as part of the recruitment process for this role. 


Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.



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