Civil Operative

Tradestaff; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Immediate start

Ongoing work opportunities

Variety of projects

Team support

Job summary

Tradestaff is seeking an experienced Civil Machine Operator to join busy civil construction crews in Dunedin. You will operate excavators and other machinery on varied projects, delivering earthworks and site preparation to exact specifications while following safety procedures.

This role suits someone with WTR endorsements, proven civil construction experience, and a strong work ethic. Immediate start and ongoing work opportunities available for the right person.

Qualifications

• WTR endorsements on licence.
• Civil construction experience operating machinery.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors.
• Reliable transport and ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and other civil machinery.
• Complete earthworks and site prep to specifications.
• Work safely around underground services.
• Load, unload and move construction materials.
• Backfill and compact materials.
• Spot and maintain a safe site per plans and safety procedures.
• Assist with general civil labouring duties.

Skills

WTR endorsements

Civil construction experience

Physically fit

Reliable transport

Drug test pass

Tools

Excavators

Other civil machinery

Job description

Civil Machine Operator

Are you looking for your next opportunity in civil construction? Tradestaff is seeking experienced Civil Operators to join busy civil construction crews delivering projects across Southland. If you’re confident operating machinery, have WTR endorsements, and enjoy hands‑on outdoor work, wewould lovehear from you.

Location: Dunedin, Otago
Start date: Immediate start
Pay rate: $34 –$38 per hour

About the Role

You’ll be part of a hardworking team delivering essential civil infrastructure projects across the region. This role combines machinery operation with hands‑on site work and is a great opportunity for experienced operators who take pride in doing the job right.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating excavators and other civil construction machinery
• Completing earthworks, excavation, site preparation, digging and trimming to specifications
• Working safely around underground services
• Loading, unloading and moving construction materials
• Backfilling and compacting materials
• Spotting machinery and maintaining a safe worksite in line with site plans and health and safety procedures
• Assisting with general civil labouring duties when required

What We’re Looking For

• WTR endorsements on your licence
• Previous civil construction experience, including operating civil machinery and equipment
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
• Reliable transport
• Strong health and safety awareness
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive pay rates of $34–$38 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Immediate start available
• Ongoing work opportunities for the right people
• Variety of projects to keep things interesting
• Support from a team that understands the industry