Hydrovac Operator

Recruitmenthub; Oamaru; Remote; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitestone Contracting Ltd, an award-winning civil company based in Oamaru, is seeking a Hydrovac Operator to join its civil team at the Deborah depot. The role will provide a wide variety of works from small site works to drainage, roading, earthworks and subdivision projects, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

The successful candidate will hold Class 1 and 4 licenses with WTR endorsements; Class 5 is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating plant used in civil works.
• Requires Class 1 & 4 licenses; WTR endorsement; Class 5 is advantageous.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality on site.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac and other civil construction equipment across site works.
• Contribute to drainage, roading, earthworks and subdivision projects.
• Maintain safety and quality standards on every task.

Skills

Plant operation

Safety minded

Teamwork

Unsupervised work

Education

Class 1 license

Class 4 license

WTR endorsement

Class 5 endorsement (advantageous)

Job description

See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.

Hydrovac Operator

Reference: 6938399

We have a position available in our Civil team based at our depot in Deborah. This role will provide a wide variety of works from small site works, drainage works, roading, earthworks and subdivision works.

For the right person this is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing business with a secure employer who wants to invest in their staff and develop their potential.

We have a strong focus on quality, health, safety and the environment and the successful applicant will have an important role in maintaining this culture.

Key skills and requirements:

• Ability to operate a wide range of plant required in typical civil construction works
• Class 1 & 4 licenses are essential, WTR endorsements and Class 5 advantageous
• Passion and commitment for safety and quality in the workplace
• Proactive team approach
• Ability to work in a team and unsupervised
• Possess a good attitude

We prefer if applicants have a proven track record and relevant industry experience however the right attitude is as important. Applicants must be motivated, willing to learn and operate by our systems and procedures.

If this sounds like you, and you are a team player who can add value to our team, we look forward to hearing from you.

Whitestone Contracting Ltd, an award-winning civil company based in Oamaru, operates across the Lower South Island, including Waitaki, Dunedin, Central Otago, and the Mackenzie regions. With a team of over one hundred dedicated employees, they have ambitious growth plans for the next 10-15 years.

Their services include 3 Waters, roading infrastructure construction and maintenance, chip sealing, asphalt paving, landscaping, green space management and more.

We want to hear from you if you are looking for a new challenge that utilises your roading maintenance knowledge and gives you the opportunity to serve your community, enhance our environment and provide unparalleled value to our clients. Your workplace will be the among the stunning scenery of Otago and South Canterbury, from Oamaru to Queenstown, the Mackenzie country to Dunedin.

Whitestone Contracting Limited is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to undergo and satisfactorily pass a medical and drug test, and Ministry of Justice check prior to employment being confirmed.