Excavator Operator — Civil Construction With Gps Trim

Fletcher Building Limited

Auckland

On-site

NZD 39,000 - 44,000

Full time

43 hours ago
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Job summary

FREEFLOW DRAIN SPECIALIST LIMITED in Auckland is seeking a hands-on excavator operator for full-time roles in construction. You will operate earthmoving machines, read plans, and help with foundation excavations on residential or civil projects.

Applicants should have 3+ years of relevant experience or a Level 4+ qualification, be flexible for shifts including weekends, and commit long-term to the role. NZ work rights required.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of relevant experience or a Level 4+ qualification
  • Bachelor's degree or above
  • No major restrictions

Responsibilities

  • Operate excavation and earthmoving machines to dig, break, move and load earth, rock, and debris.
  • Complete foundation excavations for construction projects and civil excavation for civil projects.
  • Read detailed construction/civil plans and position machines for operation.
  • Operate and control machines to cut, excavate, break, drill, level, compact, and gouge out the ground.
  • Prepare machines by selecting, fitting, and installing attachments.
  • Perform routine checks on machines and adjust controls to ensure safety of workers.
  • Conduct preventative maintenance on machines when required.
  • Follow verbal and drawing instructions to ensure work performance.

Skills

Earthmoving machinery operation
Reading construction plans
Safety awareness
Flexible for shifts/weekends

Education

Level 4+ qualification
Bachelor's degree or above

Job description

ACE100 Construction Mainly engaged in residential house construction and related construction engineering.

Location: Auckland

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay :Hourly $28- $32

Number of Vacancies: 2-3positions

Requirements

3years relevant experience or a level 4 or above relevant qualification,Bachelor's degree or above, no major restrictions.

Must be flexible for work, able to work over the weekends and must cover our required shifts.

Long-term and full commitments are required.

Operate excavation and other earthmoving machines to dig, break, move and load earth, rock, and debris. Complete foundation excavations for construction projects and civil excavation for civil projects.

Operate earthmoving machines and complete large scale and precisionexcavation work

Prepare machines by selecting, fitting, and installing right attachments

Read detailed construction/civil plans and position machines for operation

Operate and control the machines to cut, excavate, break, drill, level, compact,and gouge out the ground

Operate machines to fill, move, load and spread earth, rock, rubble, soil andother materials

Manipulate attachments using manual, electronic or hydraulic controls

Perform routine checks on machines and adjust controls to regulate theoperation, and ensure safety of other workers

Conduct preventative maintenance on machines when required

Follow verbal and drawing instructions to ensure work performance

Clean, lubricate, refuel, adjust and repair machines when required

Great working environment with friendly staff.

Reputable company that truly values what you contribute.

Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Please include your work rights (work visa or residence class visa) in NZ in your CV.

Auckland City FREEFLOW DRAIN SPECIALIST LIMITED

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