Heavy Machine Operators

Stellar Recruitment; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment is seeking expressions of interest from experienced Multi Skilled Operators for upcoming bulk earthworks projects in Tauranga. These are longer-term opportunities with multiple positions potentially available.

Candidates will operate equipment such as tractors, slurry tankers, large rollers, dump trucks, excavators, loaders, and dozers, perform pre-start checks, and support the crew while observing site safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience operating the listed earthmoving machines.
• Proven bulk earthworks or civil construction background.
• Full Class 1 licence required and endorsements.
• Certifications such as Site Safe or ConstructSafe preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate plant and equipment you are trained and competent to use.
• Complete bulk excavation and general earthworks.
• Loading trucks, digging trenches and trimming batters.
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and report equipment issues.
• Supporting the wider crew with general ground duties while following safety procedures.
• Follow all site safety procedures.

Skills

Bulk earthworks

Equipment operation

Safety-minded

Education

Full Class 1 licence

Wheels, Tracks and Rollers endorsements

Site Safe or ConstructSafe certification

Job description

Multi Skilled Operators

We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced Multi Skilled Operators for upcoming bulk earthworks projects in Tauranga. These are expected to be longer term opportunities with multiple positions potentially available.

Equipment may include:

• Tractor and trailer units
• Slurry tankers and water carts
• Large compaction rollers
• Moxy dump trucks
• Excavators, loaders and dozers

Key responsibilities:

• Safely operating plant and equipment you are trained and competent to use
• Completing bulk excavation and general earthworks
• Loading trucks, digging trenches and trimming batters
• Conducting daily pre start checks and reporting equipment issues
• Supporting the wider crew with general ground duties when required
• Following all site safety procedures

To be considered, you will need:

• Recent experience operating several of the machines listed above
• Proven bulk earthworks or civil construction experience
• A minimum Full Class 1 licence
• Current Wheels, Tracks and Rollers endorsements
• Site Safe or ConstructSafe certification
• A reliable work history with contactable references
• A strong commitment to health and safety
• The ability to pass pre employment checks

Tauranga based candidates are preferred, although experienced operators willing to work in Tauranga are also encouraged to apply.