Civil Plant Operator

AWF Limited; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing work opportunities

Modern equipment

Job summary

AWF Limited is seeking an experienced Civil Plant Operator in Hawke’s Bay. You will operate a variety of heavy civil machinery on construction sites, working with site supervisors and crew to deliver safe, efficient projects to a high standard.

Applicants should have proven machinery experience, a valid licence and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork. This is a on-site role with ongoing opportunities across civil projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating civil construction machinery.
• Current WTR endorsements preferred.
• Relevant Class licence advantageous.
• Strong understanding of civil construction and earthmoving operations.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, hardworking and team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a range of civil construction machinery, including Excavators, Bulldozers, Dump Trucks, Rollers and Compactors.
• Carry out pre-start checks and basic machine maintenance.
• Complete excavation, trenching, backfilling, cut and fill operations.
• Assist with bulk earthworks, roading, and site preparation works.
• Follow site plans and directions from supervisors.
• Adhere to health and safety requirements and company procedures.
• Report faults, hazards and maintenance issues promptly.
• Work effectively as part of a team to achieve project objectives.

Skills

Civil plant operation

Endorsements (WTR)

Class licence

Teamwork

Health and safety

Good communication

Tools

Excavators/Diggers

Bulldozers

Dump Trucks

Rollers/Compactors

Job description

Civil Plant Operator

We are seeking experienced and reliable Civil Plant Operators to join our team. This role involves operating a variety of heavy machinery across civil construction projects while working closely with site supervisors and crew members to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
Safely operate a range of civil construction machinery, including:

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a range of civil construction machinery, including:
  • Excavators/Diggers (1.5T - 35T)
  • Bulldozers
  • Dump Trucks / Moxy Trucks
  • Rollers
  • Compactors
  • Other civil plant as required
  • Carry out pre-start checks and basic machine maintenance.
• Complete excavation, trenching, backfilling, cut and fill operations.
• Assist with bulk earthworks, roading, and site preparation works.
• Follow site plans and directions from supervisors.
• Adhere to all health and safety requirements and company procedures.
• Report faults, hazards, and maintenance issues promptly.
• Work effectively as part of a team to achieve project objectives.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience operating civil construction machinery.
• Current WTR endorsements preferred.
• Relevant Class licence advantageous.
• Strong understanding of civil construction and earthmoving operations.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work well within a team.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements

This is not a machine-only role. Operators must be willing to get out of the cab and assist with:

• General labouring duties
• Ground crew activities
• Spotting and trench support
• Site clean-up and preparation
• Any other tasks required to support the project team

What's on Offer

• Ongoing work opportunities
• Variety of civil construction projects
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work with modern equipment and leading contractors

If you are an experienced operator who takes pride in your work and enjoys being part of a productive team, we would like to hear from you.