GPS-Driven Heavy Machinery Operator - Precision Grading & Site Prep

HEB Construction; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Full-time role

Training and development

Team culture

Health insurance

Birthday off

Job summary

HEB Construction in Canterbury is seeking an experienced GPS operator to join our Civil Canterbury team. You will lead precision earthmoving tasks, set up GPS systems, and work on regional projects that shape our local community.

You will operate excavators, dozers, graders, and scrapers with millimeter-level accuracy, troubleshoot GPS equipment, and perform routine maintenance while enjoying a supportive team culture and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven precision-guided earthmoving, grading, and site preparation.
• Expertise in operating and troubleshooting GPS guidance systems (Trimble, Topcon, Leica).
• Ability to set up, configure, and calibrate GPS equipment on heavy machinery for millimeter accuracy.
• Valid Class 2 driver’s license with WTR endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, graders, scrapers) with GPS guidance.
• Perform GPS setup, calibration, and routine maintenance in the field.
• Troubleshoot GPS equipment, software, and connectivity issues.
• Maintain safety and quality on regional projects.

Skills

GPS guidance

Heavy equipment operation

Millimeter accuracy

Troubleshooting GPS

Tools

Trimble GPS

Topcon GPS

Leica GPS

Job description

HEB Construction in Canterbury is seeking an experienced GPS operator to join our Civil Canterbury team. You will lead precision earthmoving tasks, set up GPS systems, and work on regional projects that shape our local community.

You will operate excavators, dozers, graders, and scrapers with millimeter-level accuracy, troubleshoot GPS equipment, and perform routine maintenance while enjoying a supportive team culture and ongoing training opportunities.