Excavator operator

AKL Underground services Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

AKL Underground services Limited in Auckland is seeking an Excavator Operator to safely operate heavy machinery for trenching, foundations, and bulk earthworks on construction and mining sites.

You will read site plans, coordinate with supervisors and engineers, perform routine maintenance, and keep clear logs while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project specs. This permanent, full-time role offers consistent hours and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• At least two years working experience in related industry.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Attention to detail and precision.
• Good communication to liaise with clients and team.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators to dig trenches, foundations, and bulk earthworks.
• Load and unload materials in construction and mining projects.
• Ensure accurate grading, leveling, and excavation according to project plans.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on machinery.
• Follow workplace safety procedures and report hazards or equipment issues.
• Read and interpret site plans, blueprints, and job instructions.
• Work collaboratively with site supervisors, engineers, and other workers.
• Maintain logs and records of operations as required.

Skills

Two years experience

Mechanical knowledge

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

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AKL Underground services Limited – Auckland, North Island

Excellent opportunity to join a successful and well-established Auckland based company and become apart of a great team.

Job Summary

An Excavator Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery to excavate, move, and grade earth,rock, or other materials on construction and mining sites. This role requires expertise in handling varioustypes of excavators safely and efficiently while complying with site safety regulations and projectspecifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate excavators to dig trenches, foundations, and bulk earthworks.
• Load and unload materials in construction and mining projects.
• Ensure accurate grading, leveling, and excavation according to project plans.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on machinery.
• Follow workplace safety procedures and report any hazards or equipment issues.
• Read and interpret site plans, blueprints, and job instructions.
• Work collaboratively with site supervisors, engineers, and other workers.
• Maintain logs and records of operations as required.

Job requirement: applicant must meet following requirement to apply for this job

• At least two years of working experience in relevant industry
• Knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Attention to detail and precision.
• Good communication skills to liaise with clients and team members.

Primary address of work: Auckland
Vacancy number: 2
Employment type: Permanent full time
Minimum hours per week: 30 Hours
Maximum hours per week: 50 Hours
Minimum hourly rate (low salary range): $28/hour
Maximum hourly rate (high salary range): $35/hour