Excavator Operator - Civil & Foundation Excavation

Fletcher Building Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

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

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.