Civil Machine Operators Multiple Roles Available

Canstaff

Central Otago

On-site

NZD 39,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates
Supportive team culture
Upskill opportunities

Job summary

Canstaff is seeking reliable Machine Operators to join a busy civil crew across Central Otago. We’re looking for operators confident on excavators, loaders, rollers, graders, bulldozers, dump trucks/ADTs, and skid steers. If you can hop in and get the job done safely, you’re in the right place.

Proven machine operating experience, a WTR and full licence, plus a good attitude and commitment to safety are required. Long-term projects and ongoing training are available.

Qualifications

  • Proven machine operating experience (any level)
  • WTR + full licence
  • Good attitude, reliability, and commitment to safety

Responsibilities

  • Operate a range of civil earthmoving machines safely and efficiently.
  • Contribute to steady, long-term civil and earthworks projects across Central Otago.
  • Maintain high safety standards and adherence to site rules.

Skills

Reliability
Safety consciousness
Teamwork

Tools

Excavators (small-large)
Loaders
Rollers
Graders
Bulldozers
Dump trucks / ADTs
Skid steers

Job description

Join a busy civil crew across Central Otago! We're on the lookout for reliable Machine Operators of all experience levels to join our growing team.

We’ve got plenty of work on around Central Otago and are looking for machine operators who know their way around the gear. If you’re solid on any of the following, we’d like to talk:

Operators confident on any of the following:

  • Excavators (small-large)
  • Loaders
  • Rollers
  • Graders
  • Bulldozers
  • Dump trucks / ADTs
  • Skid steers

One machine or several doesn’t matter. If you can hop in and get the job done safely, you’re in the right place.

What You’ll Get:

  • Steady, long-term civil and earthworks projects
  • Competitive hourly rates
  • Supportive team culture
  • Opportunities to upskill and grow

What You Need:

  • Proven machine operating experience (any level considered)
  • WTR + full licence
  • Good attitude, reliability, and commitment to safety

Whether you’re a seasoned operator or building your career, we’d love to hear from you.

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