Civil Construction Operator - Queenstown

Company description:

Veolia Environmental Services

Job description:

About Veolia

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is the only global company to provide a full range of environmental services in the fields of water, waste management and energy solutions. With the global expertise gained from serving the environment for more than 170 years, Veolia operates in more than 57 countries around the world, with well over a hundred sites and approximately 6500 employees in Australia & New Zealand.

The Opportunity

The Civil Construction Operator is responsible for delivering construction projects across the three waters infrastructure to enable Veolia to meet its approved capital works programme. The focus of work will be on capital works, however the work will vary according to contractual and client needs.

What's on offer

• Competitive remuneration - $30 to $38 per hour dependant on experience
• Time and a half after 8 hours daily,
• Time and a half after 40 hours weekly,
• On call allowances, where applicable,
• Meal allowances, where applicable,
• A great team focused working environment
• Employee benefits at local businesses,
• Reduced gym membership fees,
• Employee social club,
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Stable employment with a reputable, world leading, 3 waters Network focused organisation
• Meaningful work that contributes to the well-being of our community and keeps the cogs of society turning.
• Employee assistance programs (EAP) through assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support

What you'll be responsible for

• Support the capital works team on site to ensure safe, efficient, and timely completion of all project deliverables
• Execute all aspects of capital works projects from establishment through to completion,
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and implement appropriate safety measures to maintain a zero-harm work environment
• Coordinate with Team Lead, contractors, and internal departments to facilitate seamless project execution and maintain clear communication channels throughout all phases of capital works projects
• Ensure all work is completed to the highest quality standards
• Maintain accurate on site project documentation

What you'll need to be successful

Qualifications:

• Relevant drain laying or industry construction qualification desirable. Training provided for the right candidate.

Experience:

• Relevant hands-on trade specific experience.
• Exposure to the water and/or waste water industry and basic understanding of various water treatment technologies and processes is preferable.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain working relationships with colleagues and contractors and to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to fault find on damaged 3 waters infrastructure.
• Civil works and operation of various plant including excavators
• Class 2 and 4 trucks
• Proven problem solving skills and proposed methodologies.
• Motivation and enthusiasm, a keen eye for detail and a desire for excellent customer service.

Why Veolia

At Veolia Australia and New Zealand, you'll join a team of over 6500 passionate innovators... and good humans. Our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet. Here, you'll have the opportunity to build your career, and resource the world.

If you can tick most of the boxes and are keen to contribute to Veolia's ecological transformation, then hit the apply button now!

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To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

At Veolia we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from Maori and Pasifika, Veterans, people with disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI+ community and people from all cultural backgrounds.