DRIVE Recruitment
Experienced Excavator Operators
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Important information
Contract type:
Temporary
Salary:
NZ$60,000 – NZ$80,000 / year
Location:
Paraparaumu, New Zealand
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
1 September 2026
What they need
An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Excavator Operator to join a well-established and respected civil and earthworks contractor working across a range of bulk earthworks projects.
This position involves operating excavators across a variety of large-scale earthworks projects, including bulk excavation, cut and fill, site preparation, and general earthmoving. The successful candidate will be confident working across different environments and capable of producing high-quality work with minimal supervision.
The ideal applicant will have strong excavator operating experience and be highly competent using GPS machine control systems. A high level of accuracy is essential, particularly when carrying out excavation, shaping, trimming, and finishing work to specification.
Key Responsibilities
- Operating a range of excavators and attachments safely and efficiently
- Carrying out detailed final trim and finishing work to a high standard
- Using GPS machine control systems confidently and accurately
- Assisting with general civil and earthworks activities as required
- Completing daily machine checks and maintaining equipment standards
- Working closely with site supervisors and ground crews to ensure projects run smoothly
- Maintaining a strong focus on health, safety, and site procedures at all times
Requirements
- Proven experience operating excavators within civil or earthworks environments
- GPS machine control experience
- Ability to complete final trim work to a high standard
- Experience operating machines ranging from small to large excavators
- Good understanding of site safety and operational procedures
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively within a team environment
- Class 2 licence and WTR endorsements advantageous
This is a great opportunity for an experienced operator looking to secure ongoing work with a reputable company that values quality workmanship, reliability, and professionalism.
Applicants with strong civil construction and earthworks backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Feel free to call me on [022 620 8505](tel:022 620 8505) to find out more about this role, or email your CV to [email protected]
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