Queenstown - Excavator Operator: Queentown

Excavator Operator – Central Lakes (Queenstown/Wanaka/Cromwell/Alexandra)

We’re on the lookout for an experienced excavator operator to join our client’s team in the stunning Central Lakes region. This role focuses on residential earthworks with some commercial and civil work as needed.

Our client is a well-regarded, locally owned business delivering drainage, earthworks, site preparation, and subdivision services throughout Queenstown, Wanaka, Cromwell, Alexandra, and surrounding areas.

You’ll be operating a 12T excavator across a range of earthworks projects, primarily supporting new housing developments in the region.

• 3+ years’ experience in residential earthworks
• Tracked skid steer experience (e.g., Cat 259D) is a bonus
• Confident reading site plans, setting out levels, and working with RLs
• Self-sufficient and able to work in a team environment
• Reliable, motivated, and practical-minded
• Full NZ driver’s licence required
• Willing to lend a hand on the ground when needed
• Strong communication and solid understanding of H&S practices

• Relocation support available for the right candidate
• Great team environment with regular social events
• Supplied uniform and gear
• Competitive hourly rate based on skills and experience
• Health and wellbeing perks
• Work-life balance in one of NZ’s most scenic regions

• Role suited to experienced operators in residential earthworks
• Pre-employment drug test applies
• Must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

Apply today, we are looking for people immediately.