We are looking for a machine operator!
We are looking for a machine operator!
You will be based in Manawatū-Whanganui but may also be required to work in Auckland, Wellington, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawke's Bay, and 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.