Heavy Equipment Operator | NS

Sealandgroup; Lower Sackville; On-site; CAD 34,440,000 - 52,349,000; Full time

Job summary

Sealand Building Group in Nova Scotia is seeking an experienced Construction Heavy Equipment Operator to join our civil construction team. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will safely operate a range of heavy machines and work with a skilled crew committed to safety and quality.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in civil construction, 5+ years operating heavy equipment, and experience with GPS machine control (Trimble preferred).

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of civil construction experience.
• Minimum 5 years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Experience with GPS machine control systems (Trimble preferred).
• Proven experience with dozer and excavator fine grading.
• Experience installing underground pipe and performing site servicing work.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methods and heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to identify equipment issues.
• Ability to work safely in physically demanding conditions and in varying weather.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment including excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, and compactors.
• Complete pre-operation inspections and perform routine equipment checks.
• Perform excavation, grading, fine grading, backfilling, leveling, and compaction to project specifications.
• Read and interpret drawings, grade stakes, and project plans.
• Work closely with supervisors and crew members to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Monitor equipment performance and promptly report mechanical issues.
• Follow all company safety policies and industry best practices.
• Maintain clear communication with the project team regarding progress, site conditions, and any concerns.
• Assist with trench work, pipe installation, grade checking, and other site duties as required to support project operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

GPS machine control

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Tools

Trimble GPS

Job description

Construction Heavy Equipment Operator

Weekly Travel Required

We are looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our civil construction team. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will safely and efficiently operate a variety of heavy equipment on civil construction projects while working alongside a skilled crew committed to quality, safety, and teamwork.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Travel per diem
• Professional development, education, and training opportunities
• Quality vehicles, accommodations, and technology
• A positive, team-oriented work environment

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment including excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, and compactors.
• Complete pre-operation inspections and perform routine equipment checks.
• Perform excavation, grading, fine grading, backfilling, leveling, and compaction to project specifications.
• Read and interpret drawings, grade stakes, and project plans.
• Work closely with supervisors and crew members to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Monitor equipment performance and promptly report mechanical issues.
• Follow all company safety policies and industry best practices.
• Maintain clear communication with the project team regarding progress, site conditions, and any concerns.
• This is a hands‑on role requiring a team‑oriented operator who is willing to safely work both in the equipment and on the ground. The successful candidate will assist with trench work, pipe installation, grade checking, and other site duties as required to support project operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of civil construction experience.
• Minimum 5 years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Experience with GPS machine control systems (Trimble preferred).
• Proven experience with dozer and excavator fine grading.
• Experience installing underground pipe and performing site servicing work.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methods and heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to identify equipment issues.
• Ability to work safely in physically demanding conditions and in varying weather.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team-first attitude.
• Valid driver's licence with a clean driving record (Class 1 licence preferred).
• Heavy equipment certification or formal training is considered an asset.

If you take pride in producing quality work, value teamwork, and are committed to working safely, we'd like to hear from you.

WHO WE ARE

Sealand Building Group is a leading design | build construction services company focused on Food Processing | Cold Storage | Distribution | Agri-Food | Special Projects.

Since 1975, we have worked around the corner and across the country helping build the food industry. Driven by our strong core values, we feel business is personal. We have a desire to give and be rooted in our community.

We want to have a go at it, have fun doing it, and make a difference.