Must have the right to work in New Zealand to apply.
About the Role:
You'll be working across a variety of civil and infrastructure projects, operating heavy machinery and supporting site teams with tasks such as:
- Operating excavators, loaders, rollers, dump trucks, and other heavy machinery
- Bulk earthworks, trenching, and site preparation
- Drainage, roading, and infrastructure projects
- Loading and moving materials safely around site
- Carrying out daily machine checks and basic maintenance
- Working alongside civil crews to meet project deadlines
- Following site plans and health & safety procedures
No two projects are the same, offering plenty of variety and the opportunity to work with some of Auckland's top civil contractors.
What We're Looking For:
- Previous experience operating heavy machinery in a civil or earthworks environment
- Experience with excavators, loaders, rollers, or similar equipment
- WTR endorsements and Class 2 licence highly advantageous
- Ability to work safely and follow instructions
- Reliable, hardworking, and physically fit
- Own transport and valid NZ work rights
Requirements:
- Willing to pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test
- Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced outdoor environment
- Legal right to work in New Zealand
- Full Class 1 Drivers License + WTR Endorsements
- Site Safe / ConstructSafe (preferred but not essential)
What's in it for you?
- Competitive hourly rate depending on experience
- Ongoing casual work with a range of respected civil construction companies
- Weekly pay + 8% holiday pay
- Opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of projects across Auckland
- Temp-to-perm opportunities available for the right candidates — many of our civil operators have gone on to secure permanent roles with our clients
- PPE provided and ongoing support from the ExtraStaff team
Why Join ExtraStaff?
We are New Zealand's leading provider of skilled contract labour, delivering reliable and experienced workers to the trades and construction industries. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with both our clients and our candidates, helping connect great people with great opportunities.
What's Next?
Apply now! We're actively interviewing and placing candidates.
Please apply via Trade Me or online via our website at https://extrastaff.co.nz/
Alternatively, please email your CV to: iliana@extrastaff.co.nz
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.