Rural Wheel Excavator Operator for Farm & Drainage Projects

Stuart Tarbotton Contractors; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Safe working environment

Company vehicle

Phone allowance

Health insurance

Training and development

Modern fleet and facilities

Variety in day-to-day work

Job summary

Stuart Tarbotton Contractors in Ashburton, South Island, seeks an experienced Wheel Excavator Operator to support farm maintenance and drainage projects across Canterbury. You will operate one of our Doosan wheel excavators on varied rural sites and contribute to a high-standard of workmanship.

The role requires a NZ licence with WTR endorsements, a self-motivated, team-spirited approach and a focus on Health and Safety. Training and development are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators.
• NZ driving licence with WTR endorsements.
• Self-motivation and able to work unsupervised.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Ability to complete a job to a high standard.
• Positive attitude to Health and Safety.
• Familiarity with farm operations is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Operate Doosan DX140 wheel excavator across farm maintenance and drainage projects throughout Canterbury.
• Perform water race cleaning, swales, farm drainage, tree removal and other rural earthworks.
• Tows bucket trailer and ute between sites; work as part of a rural team.

Skills

Experience operating excavators

NZ driver's licence with WTR endor s e

Job description

Stuart Tarbotton Contractors in Ashburton, South Island, seeks an experienced Wheel Excavator Operator to support farm maintenance and drainage projects across Canterbury. You will operate one of our Doosan wheel excavators on varied rural sites and contribute to a high-standard of workmanship.

The role requires a NZ licence with WTR endorsements, a self-motivated, team-spirited approach and a focus on Health and Safety. Training and development are provided.