Lead Grader Operator & Roading Team Leader

Civil Construction Limited; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above national average hourly rate

Performance-based incentives

Health Insurance after 9 months

Consistent hours

Travel included 1-way for those living

Training and upskilling opportunities

Career development opportunities

Uniform and PPE supplied

Immigration NZ Accredited Employer

Job summary

Civil Construction Limited in Queenstown (South Island) is seeking an experienced Grader Operator/Team Leader to join our roading crew. You will be hands-on, preparing and constructing pavement on a range of projects from subdivisions to public sector roading construction and rehabilitation.

We value strong workmanship, the ability to lead a small team to targets and timeframes, and a flexible attitude. Travel to sites around Otago may be required, with safe, efficient practices at the core of

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in Civil Works Industry or similar.
• Experience leading a team and working to targets and timeframes.
• Ability to cut to design, spread and level aggregates to correct grades and cross falls.
• Able to final trim pavement layers to within design tolerances.
• Able to read and interpret construction plans.
• Advanced knowledge of pavement construction methods and best practice.
• Knowledge of Road Maintenance and pavement aftercare.
• Familiar with New Zealand road construction standards and specifications.
• A Full Class 2 or higher licence.
• Compaction knowledge & experience.
• A flexible attitude and a strong work ethic.
• To be a NZ Citizen, Resident, or hold a current Open NZ Work Visa.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on grader operation and team leadership on roading projects.
• Prepare and construct pavement on subdivisions and public sector roading construction and rehabilitation projects.
• Operate multiple machines when required and assist with labour to meet targets.

Skills

Team leadership

Pavement design & grading

Plan reading

NZ road standards

Full Class 2 license

GPS experience

Compaction knowledge

Safety mindset

Labour capability

Tools

GPS

Job description

Civil Construction Limited in Queenstown (South Island) is seeking an experienced Grader Operator/Team Leader to join our roading crew. You will be hands-on, preparing and constructing pavement on a range of projects from subdivisions to public sector roading construction and rehabilitation.

We value strong workmanship, the ability to lead a small team to targets and timeframes, and a flexible attitude. Travel to sites around Otago may be required, with safe, efficient practices at the core of