Please note: you must have New Zealand working rights (Citizen or Resident).
About the role
Our client is seeking a skilled Heavy Machinery Operator with experience in leading a small team of 2-3 workers for a roading project in Tauranga. This role involves operating excavators and other heavy machinery, overseeing a team of 2-3 workers, and adhering to strict safety guidelines. This role involves dealing with runoff – so work is active over the rainy season!
Duties:
- Operating other heavy machinery
- Leading a small team of 2-3
- Ad hoc labouring duties
- Strictly following safety guidelines
- Maintaining a positive attitude
- Class 1 license essential
- WTR (Wheels, Tracks, Rollers) endorsement essential
- Site Safe or Construct Safe certification desirable
- Must pass a pre-employment drug test
Our client is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering complex projects across transport, utilities, and energy. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and community impact, they bring deep technical expertise and trusted partnerships to every stage of project delivery, driving long-term value and industry growth.
Apply by clicking ‘Apply’ or email Courtney at courtney.s@stellarrecruitment.co.nz if you have any questions (Reference: CS 956306)