Multi-Skilled Operator, Excavator & Class 5

Fletcher Building Limited; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver employer contribution

Permanent role

40 hours per week

Upskilling opportunities

Job summary

Higgins is seeking a Specialist Operator based at Kopu Depot to operate excavators across road maintenance and civil projects. The role involves hands-on work with the crew, preparing work areas and equipment, and performing pre-start checks to ensure safety and efficiency.

The successful candidate will have proven excavator experience in civil construction or road maintenance, hold a current Class 5 licence, and demonstrate a strong commitment to site safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating excavators in a civil construction or road maintenance environment
• A current Class 5 licence
• Strong understanding of safe operating practices and site safety requirements
• Experience working on roading, drainage, maintenance or infrastructure projects
• A positive, team-focused attitude and willingness to assist with a variety of site tasks
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of your work

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and other plant safely and efficiently across maintenance and construction activities
• Drive Class 5 vehicles as required to support project delivery
• Carry out hands-on maintenance work alongside the crew
• Prepare work areas, materials and equipment for daily activities
• Complete pre-start inspections and basic plant maintenance checks
• Follow site safety, quality and environmental requirements
• Support traffic management and site operations as required
• Respond to incidents and after-hours callouts when rostered

Skills

Excavator operation

Class 5 licence

Site safety knowledge

Road/roading experience

Team collaboration

Independent work

Job description

Higgins is looking for an experienced Specialist Operator to join the team based from our Kopu Depot.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys operating excavators but is equally happy getting stuck in with the crew when required. You'll play a key part in delivering road maintenance and infrastructure works across the network, operating a range of plant while supporting day-to-day site activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operate excavators and other plant safely and efficiently across maintenance and construction activities
• Drive Class 5 vehicles as required to support project delivery
• Carry out hands-on maintenance work alongside the crew
• Prepare work areas, materials and equipment for daily activities
• Complete pre-start inspections and basic plant maintenance checks
• Follow site safety, quality and environmental requirements
• Support traffic management and site operations as required
• Respond to incidents and after-hours callouts when rostered

What you'll bring to the role

• Proven experience operating excavators in a civil construction or road maintenance environment
• A current Class 5 licence
• Strong understanding of safe operating practices and site safety requirements
• Experience working on roading, drainage, maintenance or infrastructure projects
• A positive, team-focused attitude and willingness to assist with a variety of site tasks
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of your work
• Competitive hourly rate
• Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
• KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
• Opportunity to upskill and gain further licenses
• Great benefits for you and your family to enjoy

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you'll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth - because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check - you'll need to be fit for work!

We're with you on the road ahead - Ko tatou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua