Machine Operator

Camex Civil; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly staff breakfasts

Wellbeing programs

Social club

Job summary

Camex Civil is seeking a seasoned Operator for Tauranga, working across rural roading projects with diverse earthmoving tasks.

You will run a range of equipment, perform earthworks, drainage and finishing tasks, and support a crew under live traffic conditions. A positive, safety‑minded approach is essential, with other labouring duties as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in civil construction.
• Full Class 1 driver's licence; Class 2 preferred.
• Competence with earthmoving plant and heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate earthmoving plant (excavator, dozer, grader, loader, rollers, water cart).
• Perform topsoil stripping, bulk earthworks, drainage trenching, benching and final trimming.
• Load and coordinate trucks; meet line, level and crossfall specifications.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and basic maintenance; report defects.
• Work safely with live traffic and within traffic management plans.

Skills

Excavator operation

Grader operation

Dozer operation

Truck & trailer operation

Site safety awareness

Tools

Excavator

Dozer

Grader

Loader

Job description

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Are you happiest behind the controls, keeping a work front moving safely and to spec? Do you take pride in getting the finish right, whether that's a trench, a batter or a final trim?

Camex Civil is looking for a skilled Operator to join our Tauranga team, working across a range of plant on rural roading construction projects.

About the Role

You'll operate a range of earthmoving plant and take on physical labour to keep the work front moving, covering plant operation, earthworks, drainage and finishing tasks within an assigned crew, often working alongside live traffic on rural roading projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating a range of earthmoving plant, including excavator, dozer, grader, loader, rollers, water cart, and truck and trailer where licensed.
• Carrying out topsoil stripping, bulk earthworks, drainage trenching, benching, batter trimming and final trimming.
• Placing, spreading and trimming to line, level and crossfall from pegs, stringlines or machine control.
• Loading and coordinating trucks on import and cart-away operations.
• Conducting pre-operational checks and minor maintenance on assigned machinery and promptly reporting any defects.
• Working safely alongside live traffic and within the approved traffic management layout.

What You'll Bring

• A full Class 1 Driver's Licence Class 2 preferred.
• A minimum of 1 years' experience in the civil construction industry.
• Competence with construction tools and heavy machinery, including an excavator; dozer and/or grader experience is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of working across different soil types and conditions.
• A hands-on approach and the physical capability to complete manual labouring tasks in a range of weather conditions.
• Site Safe Certification, WTR endorsements, slinging and lifting or First Aid certification are all advantageous.

What's On Offer

Join a respected civil construction company where we pride ourselves on our family-oriented culture and supportive work environment.

• A positive team atmosphere with regular social events.
• Opportunities for further training and professional development.
• A range of exciting projects that will challenge and grow your skills.

About Camex Civil

As one of the Central North Island's leading civil contractors, Camex Civil has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality earthworks, 3-Waters infrastructure, and subdivisions. For over 28 years, we've been committed to quality workmanship, on-time project delivery, and building a team that enjoys coming to work every day.

• Monthly staff breakfasts.
• Personal wellbeing and development programs.
• An active social club.
• Comprehensive training to help you grow in your career.