Class 4/5 Driver & Plant Operator – Civil Construction

Talent Propeller Limited; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed 40 hours per week

Overtime opportunities

Ongoing training and career developm

Medical insurance after 12 months'

Modern plant and equipment

Great team culture

Outdoor work across locations

Job summary

SouthRoads Ltd in Invercargill is seeking Class 4/5 Driver Operators to join our civil construction teams across Southland and Otago. This permanent, full-time role offers a minimum 40-hour week, ongoing training, and the chance to work with modern plant and equipment on diverse sites.

You’ll drive and operate Class 4/5 vehicles, transport materials, assist with earthworks and road works, perform daily inspections, and uphold health and safety standards as part of a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Current Class 4 or Class 5 driver's licence.
• 3 years' recent experience operating excavators, graders, rollers, loaders, pavers on civil construction or roading projects, or NZQCF Level 4 qualification.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Reliable work ethic and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate Class 4 and Class 5 vehicles.
• Transport construction materials, plant, and equipment to and from sites.
• Assist with earthworks, road construction, quarrying and maintenance projects.
• Carry out labouring and site support duties as required.
• Complete daily vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Follow health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Work as part of a team to deliver quality project outcomes.

Skills

Class 4/5 driving

Health & safety

Teamwork

Education

NZ Certificate in Civil Infrastructure Works (Level 4)

Tools

Excavators

Graders

Rollers

Loaders

Pavers

Job description

SouthRoads Ltd in Invercargill is seeking Class 4/5 Driver Operators to join our civil construction teams across Southland and Otago. This permanent, full-time role offers a minimum 40-hour week, ongoing training, and the chance to work with modern plant and equipment on diverse sites.

You’ll drive and operate Class 4/5 vehicles, transport materials, assist with earthworks and road works, perform daily inspections, and uphold health and safety standards as part of a supportive team.