Civil Excavator Operator – Drainage Focus & Growth Benefits

fultonhogan; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions up to

Parental leave top-up payments

Training and development

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan in Hamilton is seeking an experienced Civil Excavator Operator to join our Construction Division. You will operate 8-25T excavators on drainage and civil projects, delivering high-quality work safely and efficiently.

We value practical, reliable team players who can work independently, follow project plans, and maintain high safety standards. GPS-enabled equipment experience is a plus; NZ residency or citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Proven civil construction experience, including drainage excavation.
• A minimum Class 2 licence with a WTR endorsement.
• The ability to work independently, maintain attention to detail, and deliver quality results under pressure.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality, reliability, punctuality, and teamwork.
• Experience operating GPS-enabled equipment.
• New Zealand residency or citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Operate 8-25T excavators across civil construction and drainage projects.
• Carry out general earthworks, road widening, detailed excavation, and subdivision works.
• Complete drainage excavation, including water tabling and rural pipe installation.
• Support pavement construction, kerbing preparation, and the shaping and trimming of batters.
• Contribute to the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of infrastructure projects.

Skills

Civil construction experience

Excavator operation

GPS-enabled equipment

NZ residency or citizenship

Job description

Fulton Hogan in Hamilton is seeking an experienced Civil Excavator Operator to join our Construction Division. You will operate 8-25T excavators on drainage and civil projects, delivering high-quality work safely and efficiently.

We value practical, reliable team players who can work independently, follow project plans, and maintain high safety standards. GPS-enabled equipment experience is a plus; NZ residency or citizenship is required.