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Drill Rig / Pile Rig & Excavator Operator
Job details.
- Location
- Hamilton
- Salary
- $30 - $35 per hour
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Ref
- 303866
- Posted
- 23 days ago
Drill Rig / Pile Rig & Excavator Operator
– Waikato
We’re looking for an experienced Drill Rig / Pile Rig Operator to join a respected New Zealand owned and operated civil construction contractor. The company specialises in drilling, piling, and foundation solutions across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. With a modern fleet and 40+ years’ experience, they’re trusted to deliver quality foundation and civil works in a variety of environments, including challenging and hard-to-access sites.
About the Role
You’ll operate drill and pile rigs to install piles and foundations. This includes pre-drilling for bridge abutments, retaining walls, and foundations for residential and commercial builds. You’ll be working with spotters and ground crew, so clear communication and safe, steady operation of equipment is essential.
What You’ll Be Doing
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.
– Waikato
We’re looking for an experienced Drill Rig / Pile Rig Operator to join a respected New Zealand owned and operated civil construction contractor. The company specialises in drilling, piling, and foundation solutions across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. With a modern fleet and 40+ years’ experience, they’re trusted to deliver quality foundation and civil works in a variety of environments, including challenging and hard-to-access sites.
About the Role
You’ll operate drill and pile rigs to install piles and foundations. This includes pre-drilling for bridge abutments, retaining walls, and foundations for residential and commercial builds. You’ll be working with spotters and ground crew, so clear communication and safe, steady operation of equipment is essential.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Operating drill rigs and related machinery for piling and foundation works
- Completing pre-start checks and monitoring equipment performance
- Working with spotters and site crew to install piles safely and accurately
- Maintaining productivity and following site safety procedures
- Proven experience operating drill rigs, pile rigs, or similar heavy machinery
- Calm, controlled operator with a strong focus on safety
- Good communication with spotters and supervisors
- Class 2 licence or higher an advantage
- Weekly pay
- Pay rate: $30 – $35 per hour, paid weekly
- PPE supplied by Tradestaff
- On-site parking
- Variety of projects across Waikato and Bay of Plenty - the client's yard / depot is in Hamilton - transport is provided when travelling outside Hamilton
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.