Heavy Machine Operator

5 days ago

Christchurch Central, New Zealand Turbo Staff Full time NZ$36,000 - NZ$72,000 per year

Job Description & Advertisement

The Role

At Turbo Staff, we're all about hard work, reliability, and teamwork. Right now, we're looking for Heavy Machine Operator - Civil who are eager to start work on long term projects across the residential, commercial, and construction sectors.

We offer excellent hourly rates for individuals who thrive in busy, supportive team environments. If you're ready to take on new challenges and work alongside dedicated highly skilled professionals, we encourage you to apply today

Due to our clients' requirements and time frames, only candidates with eligibility to work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating and maintaining excavators (1.5 to 30T) and other heavy machinery safely and efficiently on civil construction sites
  • Performing trenching, paving prep, backfilling, and boxing out for roads, kerbs, channels, and drainage systems
  • Working safely in deep trenches and confined spaces, especially around live services and utilities
  • Reading and following site plans, blueprints, and work instructions to complete tasks to required quality and deadlines
  • Conducting daily pre-start checks, basic maintenance, and troubleshooting, while adhering to all health, safety, and environmental regulations

Requirements:

  • Strong knowledge of excavator operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting - 3 years + experience required
  • Experience using other heavy machinery including Road Ranger, Rollers, Bulldozers, Moxy's, Pavers or Graders
  • Worked across a wide range of projects including roading, drainage, trenching, subdivisions or infrastructure projects
  • A Class 4 or 5 full licence with WTR endorsements
  • A good level of physical fitness to meet the demands of the role

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate of $30 - $45 per hour
  • Roles available across South Island
  • Potential temp to perm opportunities available with reputable organisations
  • Outstanding pastoral care - we genuinely care about our team and your well-being
  • A flexible and cooperative work environment with opportunity for future career progression

How do you apply?

If this opportunity excites you, we are excited to hear from you Click the 'Apply Now' button to submit your current resume or visit our careers page to apply directly.

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