We are looking for a machine operator!
We are looking for a machine operator!
You will be based in Auckland but may also be required to work in Wellington, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawke’s Bay, Manawatū-Whanganui, Canterbury. This may require the need to travel away from home or relocate.
This is a full-time permanent position.
Wages: $28–$30 per hour
Hours: Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week
General duties include but are not limited to:
- Study drawings, plans and specifications
- Operate plants such as excavator, dozer, dump truck, roller, compactor, grader, loader or other such heavy machinery
- Operate plants to excavate, break, drill, compact, level, move, load, spread rocks, soil, debris, rubble and other materials, in accordance with plan, markers and direction
- Monitor plant machinery and assist with routine maintenance as required
- General site tidying
- Any other tasks as reasonably required
- Comply with all aspects of any contract, project or task and deliver customer services that meets or exceed the expectation of the customer or business.
The ideal candidate must demonstrate:
- 3 years relevant experience
- Driver License with required class/endorsement to operate machine and equipment or equivalent
- Can work unsupervised or part of a team
- Willing to undergo pre-employment drug screening
- Able to complete basic paperwork when needed
- Understands and practices the principles of zero harm
- Calm, professional temperament and good communication skills
- Strong work ethic and ability to work well under pressure
- Able to problem solve and manage time well
Please note: You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand, and some sites may require a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol test.