Excavator Operator

1 day ago


Christchurch Central, New Zealand OneStaff Christchurch Full time

We have opportunities for experienced excavator operators across civil and drainage.

Bulk Earthworks:

  • Loading out dump trucks with soil & aggregate
  • Cutting soil & clay
  • 10T - 30T machines
  • $ $35.00 per hour

Roading Construction:

  • Digging out existing road
  • Reprepping sub-base
  • Finish & trim work to final levels
  • 5T - 12T machines
  • $ $32.00 per hour

Drainage:

  • Trenching around services & shields for pipe installation
  • Slinging pipe into trenches
  • Reinstatement work
  • $ $35.00 per hour

Job Requirements:

  • Pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Class 1 WTR Minimum
  • Class 2 advantageous
  • 2 x referees confirming experience.

If these roles are of interest to you then please contact Rosey or Elliot on


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