Hydro Excavation Operator – High-Impact Utility Work

Advanced Personnel Services; Hastings; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Personnel Services – Hastings, North Island, is seeking a Hydro Excavation Operator to join the civil and earthworks team in Hastings. You will operate and maintain a high-pressure water jet with a powerful vacuum system on hydro excavation projects, exposing utilities and supporting infrastructure.

The role requires a Class 4F NZ truck license, fitness to operate machinery, ability to pass a drug test, and eligibility to work in NZ.

Qualifications

• Physically fit and able to operate machinery
• Able to work safely and follow site procedures
• Eligible to work in NZ
• Endorsement for Dangerous Goods is advantageous but not essential

Responsibilities

• Safely operating hydro excavation and vacuum trucks to expose underground utilities and support infrastructure maintenance
• Carry out hydro excavation work safely and efficiently
• Servicing wastewater plants, pump stations, and public facilities
• Follow health and safety procedures and site requirements
• Work effectively as part of a team on site

Skills

Physically fit

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Tools

Hydro excavation truck

Job description

Advanced Personnel Services – Hastings, North Island, is seeking a Hydro Excavation Operator to join the civil and earthworks team in Hastings. You will operate and maintain a high-pressure water jet with a powerful vacuum system on hydro excavation projects, exposing utilities and supporting infrastructure.

The role requires a Class 4F NZ truck license, fitness to operate machinery, ability to pass a drug test, and eligibility to work in NZ.