Excavator & Class 5 Operator — Road Maintenance

Higgins; Waikato; On-site; NZD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Permanent role with guaranteed 40 h/wk

KiwiSaver employer contributions up to

Upskill and gain further licenses

Great benefits for you and your family

Job summary

Higgins Waikato invites applications for a Specialist Operator based at our Kopu Depot to deliver road maintenance and infrastructure works across the network.

This hands-on role focuses on operating excavators and other plant safely, supporting crew tasks, and performing basic site maintenance and pre-start inspections.

You will have a current Class 5 licence with WTR endorsements, a proven track record in civil construction or road works, and a team-focused, independent work ethic.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators in civil construction or road maintenance.
• Current Class 5 licence.
• WTR endorsements.
• Strong commitment to site safety and environmental requirements.
• Experience with roading, drainage, or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and other plant safely and efficiently across maintenance and construction activities
• Drive Class 5 vehicles as required to support project delivery
• Carry out hands-on maintenance work alongside the crew
• Prepare work areas, materials and equipment for daily activities
• Complete pre-start inspections and basic plant maintenance checks
• Follow site safety, quality and environmental requirements
• Support traffic management and site operations as required
• Respond to incidents and after-hours callouts when rostered

Skills

Excavator operation

Plant operation

Safety awareness

Civil construction experience

Team collaboration

Education

Class 5 licence

Job description

Higgins Waikato invites applications for a Specialist Operator based at our Kopu Depot to deliver road maintenance and infrastructure works across the network.

This hands-on role focuses on operating excavators and other plant safely, supporting crew tasks, and performing basic site maintenance and pre-start inspections.

You will have a current Class 5 licence with WTR endorsements, a proven track record in civil construction or road works, and a team-focused, independent work ethic.