Higgins Hawke’s Bay is looking for an experienced and motivated Operator to join our team. With a strong pipeline of work across the region, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing crew delivering a variety of civil infrastructure projects that help connect local communities.

This is a hands-on role that combines plant operation with general civil construction activities. You'll work across a range of projects, supporting crews to safely deliver quality outcomes while contributing to a positive team environment.

What you'll be doing

Operating excavators and other civil construction plant and equipment
Assisting with earthworks, roading, drainage, and general civil construction activities
Loading, unloading, and moving materials around site
Carrying out excavations, trenching, backfilling, and reinstatement works
Reading and working from plans and site instructions
Conducting pre-start checks and maintaining plant and equipment to a high standard
Working closely with Forepersons and Project Teams to ensure efficient project delivery
Following all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements
Assisting with traffic management and site establishment activities when required
Contributing to a positive team culture and safe working environment

What you'll bring

Proven experience operating excavators and civil construction plant
Minimum of full class 2 Licence and WTR endorsements
Experience working within civil construction, roading, earthworks, or infrastructure environments
Strong commitment to health and safety
Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude
Reliable, hardworking, and willing to assist with labouring duties when required
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Physical fitness and the ability to undertake manual work

Why Join the Green Team?

Competitive hourly rate
Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Opportunity to gain additional licences and qualifications
Supportive team culture where everyone looks out for each other
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
Z fuel discounts, including a monthly free pie and coffee
Great benefits for you and your whānau

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you'll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

We're with you on the road ahead

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We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don't always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don't quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.

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