360 Operator

Fawkes and Reece; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional contractor in Christchurch is seeking a 360 Operator to operate excavators safely and efficiently. Responsibilities include digging trenches, loading materials, and demolishing structures. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a 360 Operator position and holds a CPCS or NPORS/CSCS qualification. A strong work ethic and health and safety awareness are essential. This role is based on-site with a need for punctuality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous working experience in a 360 Operator position.
• Conscious of health and safety on site.
• Ability to arrive on time.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 360-degree excavator safely and efficiently.
• Dig trenches and foundations.
• Load and unload materials.
• Demolish existing structures.

Skills

Experience in a 360 Excavator

Strong work ethic

Team collaboration

Health and safety awareness

Education

CPCS or NPORS/CSCS qualification

Job description

Reference: 360op_1763999393
Posted: November 24, 2025

The company:

A well established regional contractor who specialises in Civil Engineering and Infrastructure.

The role:

On site your main role would be to operate a 360-degree excavator safely and efficiently. This involves tasks like

• Digging trenches and foundations
• Loading and unloading materials
• Demolishing existing structures

About you:

Ideally you will have previous working experience in a 360 Operator position.

You will be conscious of health and safety on site and will be weary of others who are working alongside of you.

You will arrive on time, finish your shift at the times allocated by the site manager and complete additional duties as and when the site manager requires.

To be successful in your application for this role you will have and be able to demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

Previous experience in a 360 Excavator

You will have a CPCS or NPORS/CSCS

Strong work ethic in a team

Be approachable and happy to work as a point of contact when working in a standalone position.

What to do next:

If this role meets your expectations and aspirations, please click the apply now link. If this one is not for you, but you would like to discuss other options or for us to act as an agent to secure you a new contract please don't hesitate to call Chloe 07305059521/02380682662 for a confidential consultation.