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🥝 Heavy Machine Operator

Stellar Recruitment | New-Zealand, New-Zealand | Posted June 30, 2026

Job Description

Important Note

Please note: You must be a NZ/AU Citizen or NZ Resident to be successful.

About the role

We're actively seeking experienced Excavator, Dozer, Bobcat, and Telehandler Operators for upcoming work on a major civil site works and site preparation project in Taupō. This is a long‑term project with 12+ months of work ahead, involving trenching, drainage, material movement, and detailed machine operation around existing infrastructure.

Duties

  • Operate excavators, dozers, bobcats, and telehandlers
  • Complete trenching and drainage works
  • Move materials safely around site
  • Work around existing structures and services
  • Conduct daily machine checks and maintenance

Skills & experience

  • Proven civil operating experience
  • WTR endorsements (Required)
  • Confident on small to mid‑sized machinery
  • Strong trenching and drainage experie...

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