Machine Operators

AWF New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Full PPE provided

Career development

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

AWF New Zealand is seeking experienced Machinery Operators to join crews delivering a range of civil construction projects in Wellington and the wider region. You will operate excavators and other machinery on retaining wall builds and earthworks, following project plans and quality standards.

We value candidates with proven machinery operating experience in civil construction, the ability to read plans, and a strong commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Proven machinery operating experience within civil construction.
• Experience delivering concrete, timber, RE, MSE, and retaining wall construction works preferred but not essential.
• Strong understanding of civil construction and earthworks.
• Ability to work from plans and follow specifications.
• Commitment to Health & Safety.
• Class 2 license with WTR endorsements.
• Reliable, motivated, and team-focused attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Operating machinery on retaining wall and civil construction projects
• Supporting construction of mechanically stabilised earth (MSE) structures
• Assisting with reinforced earth (RE) retaining wall installations
• Working alongside skilled civil construction crews
• Carrying out excavation, placement, and backfilling activities
• Maintaining safe and efficient site operations
• Assisting with construction of concrete, timber, RE, and MSE retaining walls
• Following project plans and quality standards

Skills

Machinery operating experience

Civil construction familiarity

Plan and spec reading

Health & Safety focus

Job description

Looking for your next challenge? We’re seeking experienced Machinery Operators to join crews delivering various projects across the region.

Roles Available

We want to hear from you if you have operator experience in one or more of the following:

• Excavators
• Diggers
• Civil Earthworks Machinery
• Retaining Wall Construction
• Reinforced Earth (RE) Systems
• Mechanically Stabilised Earth (MSE) Structures
• Concrete Retaining Walls
• Timber Retaining Walls
• General Civil Construction Works

What You'll Be Doing

• Operating machinery on retaining wall and civil construction projects
• Supporting construction of mechanically stabilised earth (MSE) structures
• Assisting with reinforced earth (RE) retaining wall installations
• Working alongside skilled civil construction crews
• Carrying out excavation, placement, and backfilling activities
• Maintaining safe and efficient site operations
• Assisting with construction of concrete, timber, RE, and MSE retaining walls
• Following project plans and quality standards

What You Need

• Proven machinery operating experience within civil construction
• Experience delivering concrete, timber, RE, MSE, and retaining wall construction works preffered but not essential
• Strong understanding of civil construction and earthworks
• Ability to work from plans and follow specifications
• Commitment to Health & Safety
• Class 2 license with WTR endorsements
• Reliable, motivated, and team-focused attitude
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced construction environments

What's in It for You

• Competitive rates
• Opportunity to work on specialised projects
• Ongoing work with respected leading companies
• Weekly pay
• Full PPE provided
• Work with experienced crews and modern equipment
• Variety of projects and technical challenges
• Potential long-term and permanent opportunities
• Training and career development opportunities

• Applicants must have the current right to work in New Zealand.
• As per our standard procedures, all candidates must pass a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol screening test.
• Ministry of Justice criminal background checks are part of our standard process, please speak to our team if you need to discuss your application process further.