Excavator Operator Wanted

United (NZ) Limited; Waitakere Ranges; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United NZ Limited, Auckland, seeks an Excavator Operator to work a roster of 30–50 hours per week on site. You will operate excavators, read blueprints, and perform routine maintenance while ensuring safety compliance.

The role involves collaboration with site supervisors to meet project goals and maintain a clean work environment. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of relevant experience or NZQCF Level 4+, strong health and safety knowledge, and the fitness to pass drug/alcohol tests as required.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience or NZQCF Level 4+.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements.
• Able to pass random drug and alcohol tests when required.
• Physically fit.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and other heavy machinery to perform excavation tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints, site plans, and project instructions.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with site supervisors and other team members to meet project goals.
• Excavate and grade earth, rock, and other materials as required.
• Monitor equipment performance and report any issues to maintenance staff.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Excavator operation

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

NZQCF Level 4+

Job description

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Excellent opportunity to join a successful and well-established Auckland-based company and become a part of a great team; United NZ Limited seeks Excavator Operators.

As a Excavator Operator, you will be working a minimum 30 hours to a maximum 50 hours per week on a roster.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Operate excavators and other heavy machinery to perform excavation tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints, site plans, and project instructions.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with site supervisors and other team members to meet project goals.
• Excavate and grade earth, rock, and other materials as required.
• Monitor equipment performance and report any issues to maintenance staff.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Suitable candidates should have:

• At least 3 years of relevant work experience in the same or a related field, or a relevant NZQCF Level 4 qualification or above.
• Having good knowledge of Health and Safety Requirements.
• Be able to pass random drug and alcohol tests should need to be.
• Be physically fit.