Civil Machine Operator – GPS Excavator, 40h/wk

JobAdder Operations Pty; Waikato; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time hours guaranteed

Competitive hourly rate

People-focused culture

Variety of work

Job summary

Dempsey Wood is seeking experienced machine operators for fixed-term roles across the Waikato region. The position offers guaranteed full-time hours (minimum 40 per week) and an opportunity to work on diverse civil construction projects with a fast-growing, people-oriented employer.

Ideal candidates will have excavator experience (GPS preferred), multiple-year experience on heavy machinery, and a current Class 1 license with WTR endorsement.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators, especially with GPS guidance.
• Several years operating other heavy machinery (Moxy, loaders, rollers, dozers, etc.).
• Civil and roading construction experience is preferred.
• Full Class 1 license with WTR endorsement; class 2-4 is a bonus.
• Sound site health and safety knowledge and practices.
• Good initiative and practical problem solving.
• Reliable, flexible, and able to work overtime.
• Ability to deliver quality work with the team.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavator (GPS) and other earthmoving equipment on Waikato projects.
• Follow site safety rules and maintain machines in good condition.
• Contribute to civil and roading construction activities across sites.
• Turn up on time, Monday–Saturday as required, with overtime as needed.

Skills

Excavator operation (GPS)

Other machinery operation

Civil & roading construction

Class 1 license with WTR

Health and safety knowledge

Initiative and problem solving

Reliability and punctuality

Teamwork and collaboration

Overtime readiness

Tools

GPS equipment

Job description

Dempsey Wood is seeking experienced machine operators for fixed-term roles across the Waikato region. The position offers guaranteed full-time hours (minimum 40 per week) and an opportunity to work on diverse civil construction projects with a fast-growing, people-oriented employer.

Ideal candidates will have excavator experience (GPS preferred), multiple-year experience on heavy machinery, and a current Class 1 license with WTR endorsement.