Machine Operators

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Enjoy your work and build a rewarding career with our family-owned, progressive civil construction company. Rooney Earthmoving Ltd is a large family-owned South Island business with work bases in Invercargill, Oamaru, Waimate, Timaru, Ashburton and Christchurch. With over 50 years of experience, we have built a trusted reputation for delivering quality civil construction projects throughout the South Island. Due to our current workload and strong forward work program, we are recruiting Experienced Civil Machine Operators to join our Waimate and North Otago team. What's so great about us? We offer: Local job security in an ever-changing market. Career progression through mentorship, training and development opportunities. A supportive team of local people who care about their region and community. Competitive remuneration with plenty of available hours. Modern, well-maintained fleet of machinery and trucks. A wide variety of challenging and rewarding projects. We are looking for experienced people with proven skills in: Roading construction and maintenance work. Subdivision and commercial siteworks. Forestry roading construction and maintenance work. Experienced motor scraper operators. Successful applicants will have attributes that include: A strong commitment to health and safety with a proven understanding of safe work practices on civil construction projects. GPS machine control and final trim experience will be highly regarded. Pride in producing quality workmanship while maintaining productivity. A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to work effectively both independently and in a team. Respect for machinery and equipment, with a commitment to keeping it clean and well maintained. A willingness to work the hours required to deliver quality outcomes for our clients. As a member of the Rooney Earthmoving team, you'll enjoy the benefits of working locally with a respected company that delivers a diverse range of exciting projects throughout the region. Local work for local people Enjoying your work and establish a solid career path in our family-owned, progressive civil construction company. #J-18808-Ljbffr