We offer competitive rates and are looking for motivated hard working candidates to join our team on a full time (guaranteed 30 hours per week, workdays from Monday to Sunday) and permanent basis. Additional hours may apply based on workload. The location of work will be within the Canterbury Region. 

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

 

-        Operate earthmoving machines and complete large scale and precision excavation work

-        Prepare machines by selecting, fitting, and installing right attachments 

-        Read detailed construction/civil plans and position machines for operation

-        Operate and control the machines to cut, excavate, break, drill, level, compact, and gouge out the ground

-        Operate machines to fill, move, load and spread earth, rock, rubble, soil and other materials

-        Manipulate attachments using manual, electronic or hydraulic controls

-        Perform routine checks on machines and adjust controls to regulate the operation, and ensure safety of other workers

-        Conduct preventative maintenance on machines when required

-        Follow verbal and drawing instructions to ensure work performance

-        Clean, lubricate, refuel, adjust and repair machines when required

What you'll need to succeed:

·       At least 3 years’ work experience in the same field/industry, OR

·       A relevant certificate in level 4 in operating plants or equivalent