Machine Operator

Tradestaff New Zealand; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 85,962,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Immediate start

Variety of machine operating work

Projects in Queenstown

Supportive site crews

Potential for ongoing work

Job summary

Tradestaff New Zealand in Queenstown is seeking an experienced Machine Operator to join a busy crew. You will operate machinery safely on diverse projects, carry out excavation and earthworks, and work closely with ground crews to keep the job moving efficiently and safely.

Immediate start and weekly pay. You’ll need current WTR endorsements, a full NZ driver’s licence, the ability to pass pre-employment checks, and a solid understanding of site health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating experience.
• Current WTR endorsements.
• Full NZ driver licence.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol tests.
• Good understanding of site health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery safely and efficiently.
• Carry out excavation and general earthworks.
• Complete trenching, backfilling and site preparation.
• Work around ground crews and other machinery.
• Follow site plans, levels and supervisor instructions.
• Perform pre-start and daily machinery checks.
• Identify and report maintenance or safety issues.
• Maintain awareness of people and hazards around the machine.
• Assist with general site duties when required.

Skills

Machine operation

Excavation

Earthworks

Site safety

Pre-start checks

Job description

Machine Operator

We’re looking for an experienced Machine Operator to join a busy crew in Queenstown. You’ll be operating machinery across a variety of projects while working closely with ground crews to keep the job moving safely and efficiently.

Location:

Queenstown

Start date:

Immediate

Pay rate:

$30–$38 per hour depending on experience

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay
• Immediate start
• Variety of machine operating work
• Work across different Queenstown projects
• Supportive and hardworking site crews
• Potential for ongoing work

What you’ll be doing:

• Operating machinery safely and efficiently
• Carrying out excavation, loading and general earthworks
• Completing trenching, backfilling and site preparation where required
• Working around ground crews and other machinery
• Following site plans, levels and supervisor instructions
• Completing pre-start and daily machinery checks
• Identifying and reporting maintenance or safety issues
• Maintaining good awareness of people and hazards around the machine
• Assisting with general site duties when required
• Following all site health and safety procedures

What we’re looking for:

• Previous machine operating experience
• Current WTR endorsements
• Full NZ driver licence
• Experience operating excavators, loaders or similar machinery
• Confidence working on busy construction and civil sites
• Good understanding of earthworks and site procedures
• Strong health and safety awareness
• Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a crew
• Good communication skills
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test

Why work with Tradestaff?

We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.