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Excavator Operator

Stellar Recruitment

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About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Digger Operator to join a leading Waikato-based civil construction company that’s known for its quality workmanship, supportive culture, and steady pipeline of projects. This is a great opportunity to secure stable work with a growing team that values its people.

About The Role You’ll be operating excavators across a range of civil construction projects throughout the Waikato, with a strong focus on detailed excavation, working around live services, footings, trenching around utilities, This role requires precision operating in tight environments while maintaining a high standard of safety and productivity. You’ll be joining a close knit crew that takes pride in quality workmanship, teamwork, and delivering projects safely and efficiently.

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven digger operating experience
  • Confident working with on different machines
  • Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
  • Willing to travel to different sites around Auckland
  • Full class 1 license and WTR
  • Ability to pass a drug test

What’s on offer:

  • $30 - $35 per hour (experience dependent ) + 8% Holiday Pay
  • Varied sites across Waikato - some travel required
  • Great team culture
  • Opportunity for temp - perm

Note: Must be a NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident to be considered for this role.

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