Hydro Excavation & Road Sweeping Driver/ Operator

Freeflow Drain Specialist Limited; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Overtime opportunities

Supportive team environment

Training and development opportunities

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Freeflow Drain Specialist Limited in Hamilton, Waikato currently seeks experienced Heavy Vehicle Drivers/Operators to join our growing team. The role covers hydro excavation, drain unblocking, vacuum loading, CCTV inspections, and road sweeping across Greater Auckland and Waikato.

You will operate heavy vehicles, perform routine inspections, maintain safety, and support site work with teamwork. Minimum 3 years hydro excavation truck experience, Class 4 or Class 2 licences, and ability to work

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience operating Hydro Excavation Trucks.
• Valid Class 4 driver’s licence.
• Experience with Hydro Excavation is essential.
• Ability to work long hours when required.
• Physically fit and able to work in demanding environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to carry out pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Valid Class 2 driver’s licence.
• Good knowledge of vehicle safety and maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and follow schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy vehicles and specialist equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform hydro excavation, debris removal, and site clean-up.
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections and basic maintenance.
• Complete job documentation and site records.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and protocols a must.
• Work alongside team members to deliver high-quality services.

Skills

Hydro Excavation

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Vehicle inspections

Education

Class 4 licence

Class 2 licence

Job description

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Freeflow Drain Specialist Limited – Hamilton, North Island

We are looking for experienced and motivatedHeavy Vehicle Drivers / Operatorsto join our growing Waikato based team. We provide professional services, including Hydro Excavation, Drain Unblocking, Vacuum Loading, CCTV inspections, and Road Sweepingacross Greater Auckland and Waikato Region

We currently have opportunities for in the Waikato region for:

Licence Required: Class 4

Requirements

• Minimum3 years experienceoperating Hydro Excavation Trucks
• ValidClass 4 driver’s licence
• Experience with Hydro Excavation is essential
• Ability to work long hours when required
• Physically fit and able to work in demanding environments
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to carry outpre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections

Licence Required: Class 2

Requirements

• ValidClass 2 driver’s licence
• Good knowledge of vehicle safety and maintenance
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and follow schedules

Key Responsibilities

• Operate heavy vehicles and specialist equipment safely and efficiently
• Perform hydro excavation, debris removal, and site clean-up
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections and basic maintenance
• Complete job documentation and site records
• Follow all health and safety procedures and protocols a must
• Work alongside team members to deliver high-quality services

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Consistent work and overtime opportunities
• Supportive and professional team environment
• Training and development opportunities
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing company