Digger Operators

Job ID 23031817
Wellington, Wellington
Full-time
Listed on 26 Jan 2026

About this job

A local recruitment company is looking for Digger Operators in the Lower Hutt/Petone/Porirua region.

Responsibilities:

• Operate excavators and other heavy machinery for tasks like digging, lifting, and moving materials. • Perform pre-operation checks, fuelling, and basic maintenance (greasing). • Comply with site safety standards and regulations. • Communicate effectively with ground crews using hand signals or radios. • Support overall site operations, including drainage, earthworks, and material handling.

If you have the interest and experience we would love to hear from you!

Job Requirements

• Pass Drug test • Clean MOJ or no convictions • Restricted Licence and Reliable transport • Wheels, Tracks and Rollers

Days of work
Monday to Friday : Occasional Saturday work (40 hours per week)
Pay Details
To be confirmed based on experience
Job Category
Other Machine Operators
Career Level
Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
Driver Licence
Full, Restricted
(Class 1) - Car Licence
(R) - Roller, (T) - Tracks, (W) - Wheels (Special Type)
Pre-employment drug test required
Yes

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