Posted 06 August, 2026
Excavator Operator
Roading and Building Recruitment
Queenstown, OTA, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 618af3878bfbe0a0
Job Description
Roading and Building Recruitment – Queenstown, South Island Being an experienced and motivated Excavator Operator, we want you to come in and hit the ground running! This role will see you operating a variety of excavators and small machinery undertaking civil drainage work, stormwater & water main infrastructure and residential/commercial Drainlaying. Our client is a dynamic and innovative leader in New Zealand Infrastructure. Their scope of work ranges from road construction and maintenance through to earthworks, drainage, subdivisions and bridges, all the way through to major projects of national significance. They combine the best of local and international expertise and have created a high-performing culture where people thrive. Queenstown based but with work around the greater Otago Region, they have a full forward workload and offer a great working environment to work in, plus opportunities to upskill and develop your career for the future. The Goods: Our client offers an excellent benefits package to their employees. In addition to a competitive pay rate, you will also have access to other benefits such as: Life Insurance plan ($100,000) Medical Insurance Increased KiwiSaver employer contribution rates over tenure milestones for enrolled employees Ranked by LinkedIn as a Top 25 company in New Zealand for career development Birthday off n3 Boost! app with heaps of discounts from suppliers and other businesses Access to free confidential counselling and support services through ClearHead for you and your direct family Being an experienced and motivated Excavator Operator, we want you to come in and hit the ground running! This role will see you operating a variety of excavators and small machinery undertaking civil drainage, stormwater & water main infrastructure and residential/commercial Drainlaying. Our client is a dynamic and innovative leader in New Zealand Infrastructure. Their scope of work ranges from road construction and maintenance through to earthworks, drainage, subdivisions and bridges, all the way through to major projects of national significance. They combine the best of local and international expertise and have created a high-performing culture where people thrive. Queenstown based but with work around the greater Otago Region, they have a full forward workload and offer a great working environment to work in, plus opportunities to upskill and develop your career for the future. The Goods: Our client offers an excellent benefits package to their employees. In addition to a competitive pay rate, you will also have access to other benefits such as: Life Insurance plan ($100,000) Medical Insurance Increased KiwiSaver employer contribution rates over tenure milestones for enrolled employees Ranked by LinkedIn as a Top 25 company in New Zealand for career development Birthday off n3 Boost! app with heaps of discounts from suppliers and other businesses Access to free confidential counselling and support services through ClearHead for you and your direct family YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING: Full Class 1 drivers licence (class 2/4 preferred) Current WTR endorsements Competent operator with experience in drainage, excavating inside trench shields and sheet piling Reliable team member who's willing to get stuck in Strong safety and quality focus Be able to pass a pre-employment drug test Have full working rights to work in New Zealand, ideally living in OR in the process of relocating to the Central Otago Region (No sponsorship available) ABOUT US: RB Recruitment stands for Roading and Building Recruitment. We are an external HR and recruitment services provider to some of New Zealand's leading civil and construction companies. We have the contacts and experience to get you where you want to be! We have a passion for connecting great people with great employers, who will make you feel valued and meet your needs. If you are interested in a change of career or taking the next step, don't hesitate to get in touch today Please note candidates must have the right to work in New Zealand and be in the country at time of application to be considered for this role. A Pre-Employment Drug Test may be required. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . #J-18808-Ljbffr