Excavator Operator

Tradestaff
📍 Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand 💼 Temporary 🕒 Posted March 02, 2026

Job Description

Excavator Operator

We are currently seeking experienced Excavator Operators to join busy civil projects in Hastings.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale civil sites operating well-maintained yellow machinery with a supportive crew and strong safety culture.

Location: Hastings/Napier, Hawke’s Bay
Start date: Immediate start available
Pay rate: $32–$36 per hour (paid weekly)

In this role, you will be operating heavy machinery (typically 13–40+ tonnes) across a range of civil construction and earthmoving projects.
You’ll play a key part in site preparation, drainage, and general earthworks while working alongside experienced crews.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Operating 13–40+ tonne excavators for earthmoving, drainage, and civil works
  • Trenching, bulk earthworks, and site preparation
  • Loading trucks and backfilling
  • Site levelling and final trim
  • Operat...
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    Job Details

    • Location Hastings, Hawke's Bay
    • Job Type Temporary
    • Category Extraction Workers
    • Posted Date March 02, 2026
    • Application Deadline April 11, 2026