Excavator Operator

This is an opportunity to work with us on exciting and challenging projects using leading-edge equipment. Apply now.

Travel to project sites nationwide is essential.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Groundfix is a stable, New Zealand-owned, award-winning specialist Ground Engineering and Slope Stabilisation contractor delivering technically challenging projects throughout New Zealand. Since 2013, we’ve built a strong reputation for solving complex ground engineering challenges through technical expertise, innovation, and investment in leading-edge equipment.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced and safety-focused Excavator Operator to join our specialist teams. This role involves operating modern excavators and associated plant on a wide range of technically challenging civil construction and ground engineering projects.

Working alongside highly skilled crews, you’ll be responsible for carrying out excavation and earthworks safely, efficiently, and to specification. This role suits someone who takes pride in their operating skills, can work confidently in challenging ground conditions, and contributes to the successful delivery of complex construction projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out precise excavation and earthmoving operations in challenging ground conditions, including steep terrain, and restricted-access sites.

• Operate excavators with a range of attachments and associated equipment to support specialist civil construction and slope stabilisation works.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, site plans, levels, and specifications to ensure excavation works are completed accurately and to the required standards.
• Conduct daily plant inspections, routine maintenance, and identify and report mechanical faults or safety concerns.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

•  Proven experience operating excavators on civil construction, earthworks, or ground engineering projects.

• Strong practical skills in bulk and detailed excavation, trenching, site preparation, and working to specified levels and tolerances.
• Demonstrated ability to operate safely and accurately in challenging ground conditions, including steep terrain and restricted-access environments.
• Experience operating excavators with various attachments and a sound understanding of safe operating practices.
• Experience carrying out routine maintenance and identifying faults on heavy plant.

• Full New Zealand Class 1 Driver Licence, with relevant WTR endorsements

BENEFITS:

•  Modern fleet of specialist plant and equipment
• Ongoing development and opportunities to build skills in specialist ground engineering
• Travel, accommodation, and living-away allowances for out-of-town work
• Opportunity to work on some of New Zealand’s most complex geotechnical projects.

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.