Civil Operative

Civil Operator

We’re looking for an experienced Civil Operator to join a busy civil and infrastructure team working across the South Auckland region.
This role offers the chance to work on a variety of projects in a safety-focused environment.
If you’re reliable, motivated, and confident operating civil machinery, we’d like to hear from you.

Location: South Auckland
Start date: Immediate start available
Pay rate: $30–35 per hour (paid weekly)

What you’ll be doing:

• Operating a range of civil machinery including excavators, rollers, loaders, and pumps
• Trenching, drainage, pipeline installation, and dewatering work
• Ground preparation, back filling, and compaction
• Carrying out daily pre-start checks and basic equipment maintenance
• Working from site plans and supporting supervisors and site crews
• Maintaining a safe, tidy, and productive work site

What you’ll need:

• Solid experience operating civil machinery (excavators, loaders, rollers)
• Minimum Class 2 licence (Class 4/5 an advantage)
• Experience with drainage, trenching, and pipe laying
• Strong focus on health and safety
• Reliable work ethic and good attitude
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
• Available for an immediate start

What’s on offer:

• Competitive pay: $30–35 per hour, paid weekly
• Variety of civil projects across South Auckland
• Potential for ongoing work for reliable operators
• Free PPE supplied by Tradestaff

Why work with Tradestaff?
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities.
We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.
Apply online today or give the team a call on 09 276 5094 to find out more!