Precision GPS Heavy Machinery Operator

HEB Construction; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Birthday off

Training and development opportunities

Competitive hourly rates with overtime

Job summary

HEB Construction is seeking an experienced Heavy Machinery Operator for Civil Canterbury projects in the Canterbury region. You will perform precision earthmoving, grading and site setup using GPS-guided equipment, ensuring millimeter accuracy for local projects.

Role requires hands-on operation of excavators, dozers, graders, and scrapers, plus setup and troubleshooting of GPS systems. Training and development opportunities are provided within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with precision earthworks and site prep.
• Hands-on operation of excavators, dozers, graders, and scrapers.
• Ability to diagnose and fix GPS hardware/software issues in field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, graders, scrapers) on regional civil projects.
• Configure, calibrate and troubleshoot GPS guidance systems (Trimble/Topcon/Leica) for millimeter accuracy.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to keep GPS and machinery in good condition.

Skills

GPS-guided operation

Hands-on equipment operation

GPS troubleshooting

Heavy machinery maintenance

Tools

Trimble

Topcon

Leica

Job description

HEB Construction is seeking an experienced Heavy Machinery Operator for Civil Canterbury projects in the Canterbury region. You will perform precision earthmoving, grading and site setup using GPS-guided equipment, ensuring millimeter accuracy for local projects.

Role requires hands-on operation of excavators, dozers, graders, and scrapers, plus setup and troubleshooting of GPS systems. Training and development opportunities are provided within a supportive team environment.