Operator

The Plant People; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Development opportunities

Modern fleet of machinery

Job summary

The Plant People in Auckland is seeking an experienced Operator to join our Construction & Group Housing team. You will operate excavators and earthmoving equipment across a range of landscape projects, performing excavation, grading, earthworks and precise finishing to meet high standards.

You should be able to work independently, read plans accurately, and prioritize safety, quality, and productivity on site. Full NZ Driver Licence is required, Class 2 licence is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating excavators and earthmoving equipment.
• Experience in landscape construction, civil works, or similar industries.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings.
• Strong understanding of safe machinery operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and other machinery across landscape projects.
• Engage in excavation, grading, earthworks, site prep and finishing work.
• Read plans accurately and work independently with on-site decision making.
• Maintain safety, quality and productivity on site.

Skills

Excavator operation

Earthmoving equipment

Plan reading

Safety awareness

NZ Driver Licence

Job description

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We're looking for an experienced Operator to join our Construction & Group Housing team in Auckland. If you're skilled on excavators and earthmoving equipment, take pride in high-quality finishing work, and enjoy working as part of a professional team, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager, you'll be responsible for operating excavators and other machinery across a variety of landscape construction projects. Your work will include excavation, grading, earthworks, site preparation, and detailed finishing work to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards.

This role requires someone who can work independently, read plans accurately, and make sound decisions on site while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and productivity.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience operating excavators and earthmoving equipment.
• Experience in landscape construction, civil works, or similar industries.
• Ability to carry out precision excavation and finishing work.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings.
• Strong understanding of safe machinery operation.
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence. (Class 2 licence is advantageous)

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and hardworking.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and capable of working unsupervised.
• Positive attitude and team-focused approach.
• Professional presentation and communication skills.
• Commitment to delivering quality workmanship.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay package based on experience.
• Full-time, permanent role.
• Modern fleet of machinery and equipment.
• Supportive team environment.
• Variety of projects across Auckland.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• The chance to work for a growing industry leader with a strong culture and values.

Why The Plant People?

At The Plant People, we're passionate about creating exceptional outdoor spaces while supporting the growth and development of our team. We're committed to safety, quality, innovation, and delivering landscapes that stand the test of time.

The Plant People - Delivering high-quality landscapes for future generations