Excavator operator

Annual holidays provided through the employment arrangement. The hiring business is responsible for the employment agreement, pay and leave.

We're hiring a digger operator for subdivision earthworks in Wellington Central, Wellington. The crew is experienced and well led, and good operators are given responsibility quickly. This is a day shift role, 6.30am to 4pm, Monday to Friday. A full 45-hour week. The base rate is $37.00 to $38.00 an hour, set on experience. WTR endorsement is essential; a Class 2 licence and Site Safe passport are a bonus. You must hold a wheels tracks rollers endorsement. You'll need to be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and able to pass a pre-employment check. Free on-site parking. A supportive team that looks after its people. Apply now. Shortlisting starts straight away.

Duties

• Dig trenches, load trucks and shape ground to plan
• Complete daily pre-start checks and maintenance
• Operate excavators and rollers on civil and subdivision sites
• Work safely around underground services and other crews
• Assist with general site work when the machine is idle
• Follow the site traffic and safety plans

PPE supplied. Site Safe induction required before starting; we can arrange it.