Heavy Machinery Operator

Canstaff; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great rates

Job summary

Canstaff is seeking a well-rounded Machine Operator to join our established team in Hamilton, New Zealand. The role focuses on operating excavators and roller, with attention to safety and daily equipment maintenance.

You should have experience operating heavy machinery and working in civil construction/earthworks. The position offers great rates and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery such as digger and roller.
• Experience in civil construction/earthworks; drainage experience advantageous.
• Physically fit and able to work autonomously and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavator and roller safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks on equipment.
• Carry out heavy equipment and civil construction duties as required.
• Follow management instructions.
• Adapt to outdoor work in all weather conditions across various locations.

Skills

Machinery operation

Safety-conscious

Physical fitness

Autonomous work

Tools

Excavator

Roller

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We have ongoing work available for a well-rounded Machine Operator to join a well-established team

• Great rates

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Operationofan excavator and other heavy equipment (roller) in a safe and appropriate manner
• Performing daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment
• Operationofheavy equipment and other construction-related duties as required
• Follow management instructions
• Environmental adaptability able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions, and various locations

To be successful in this role you need to have:

• Experience in operating a range of machinery (particularly digger & roller)
• Experience working on civil construction/earthworks (drainage experience advantageous)
• You will need to be physically fit and have the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team

We want to talk with suitably qualified people who have the desire to succeed in a company which values their employees

If you have any interest in the above role and you can be assured of complete confidentiality in your application.