Dredge & Plant Operator
About this job
An established business in Auckland's Civil and Drainage Industry are on the hunt for an experienced Dredge & Plant Operator. This role is based in Waitoki, Kaukapakapa.
Duties include but are not limited to: -Operate a range of earthmoving machines and plant equipment, in and around water, to remove silt and sediment -Manoeuvre machines and raising and lowering attachments to move material by using hydraulic controls -Check, prepare and set up machines, attach appropriate equipment and fittings (i.e. buckets, scoops, dredge pumps, grapplers, cutting heads, hoses etc.), -Report faults, lubricate, fuel and carry out minor maintenance -Monitor plant operations to control water velocity and pressure, -Adjust polymer injection, and test flocculation -Prepare and set up work compounds and dewatering areas for extracted silt, sludge and sediment -Liaise with Site Managers to ensure projects are effectively planned, monitored and delivered to project specifications -Participate in health and safety systems and report all incidents and near misses -Contribute to project documentation like method statements, SSSPs, QMPs and EMPs. -Assist with site survey and setting out
Ready to join the team? Apply now! Send your updated CV to Sophie.Adler001@msd.govt.nz with the job ID in the subject line.
Job Requirements
- Successful track record, with 3+ years of relevant experience - Appropriate qualifications of operating plant (e.g. excavators, skid steers, rollers, and specialist equipment) in and around waterbodies -Experienced at working in and around waterways, preferably with extracting and removing silt and sludge -Strong understanding of mechanical and physical processes with ability to draw on experience and adapt plans to implement alternative solutions. -Building relationships and communicating with stakeholders across the company. -Excellent communication skills and be fluent in both written and verbal English -Strong decision-making skills including the ability to balance conflicting interests -Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team -Be able to deal with ambiguity, find creative resolutions and drive for results -Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and lead others - Must be able to pass an MOJ check and drug test.
- Days of work
- Monday - Friday, 6am - 5pm (45 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $34.00 - $38.00 p/h
- Job Category
- Earthmoving Plant Operators
- Career Level
- Intermediate (2 - 4 years)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence, (R) - Roller, (T) - Tracks, (W) - Wheels (Special Type)
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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