Civil Operative

Tradestaff; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Job summary

Tradestaff Hawke’s Bay is seeking an experienced Civil Operator to join our busy crew. You’ll operate excavators, rollers and other civil machinery across civil, forestry and roading sites in Hawke’s Bay, with immediate start and weekly pay through Tradestaff. A Full Class 4 licence and WTR endorsements are essential, as is experience and a strong safety record. You must have reliable transport and pass a pre-employment drug test.

Qualifications

• Full Class 4 driver’s licence – essential.
• Current WTR endorsements – essential.
• Proven excavator and roller operating experience.
• Civil, forestry and/or roading experience.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Reliable transport to get to and from work.
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Clean Ministry of Justice record.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, rollers and other civil machinery.
• Work across civil construction, forestry and roading projects.
• Perform earthworks, site preparation, trenching and general machine operation.
• Complete daily machinery checks and basic maintenance.
• Work safely around other plant, machinery and ground crews.
• Assist with general site duties when required.
• Follow site plans, instructions and H&S procedures.

Skills

Excavator operation

Roller operation

Civil construction experience

Health and safety awareness

Pre-employment drug test

Job description

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Tradestaff Hawke’s Bay is looking for an experienced Civil Operator with a Class 4 licence and WTR endorsements to join a busy crew working across civil, forestry and roading sites. This is a great opportunity for someone who knows their way around heavy machinery, can handle changing site conditions and isn't afraid to jump out of the cab and help the crew when needed.

Location: Hawke’s Bay
Start: Immediate
Pay Rate:$32-35 per hour, paid weekly

What you'll be doing:

• Operating excavators, rollers and other civil machinery
• Working across civil construction, forestry and roading projects
• Earthworks, site preparation, trenching and general machine operation
• Completing daily machinery checks and basic maintenance
• Working safely around other plant, machinery and ground crews
• Assisting with general site duties when required
• Following site plans, instructions and H&S procedures

What we're looking for:

• Full Class 4 driver's licence – essential
• Current WTR endorsements – essential
• Proven excavator and roller operating experience
• Previous civil, forestry and/or roading experience
• Confident operating machinery in varied ground and site conditions
• Reliable, practical and able to work well within a crew
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety
• Clean Ministry of Justice record
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
• Reliable transport to get to and from work

What's in it for you?

• Full-time, ongoing work for the right operator
• Variety across civil, forestry and roading projects
• Put your Class 4, WTR and operating experience to good use
• Weekly pay through Tradestaff
• Work with established Hawke’s Bay crews and clients
• Opportunity to prove yourself and secure longer-term work

Why Tradestaff We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.