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* Up to $35 per hour (depending on level of operating experience) * Fultime work 40+ hours per week, Monday to Friday * Full PPE provided and opportunities for permanent placement We are looking for experienced **Civil Operators** to join our civil clients on multiple projects in Christchurch, ranging from subdivisions, commercial sites and roading. **Ideally you will need:** * Class 1, 2 (class 4 preferred) * WTR endorsements * Proven experience operating heavy machinery within civil construction * Ability to help labour on the ground * General drainage or civil experience * Experience operating excavators up to 20T, bulk dig outs, loading trucks, digging around services and final trim experience (preferred) * Confident driving moxy's/dump trucks, carted on uneven surfaces * Can also operate rollers, loaders when needed **Machinery experience:** * Excavators * Dump Trucks / artic * Dozers * Graders * Loaders * Rollers If you're looking for a new challenge and have the relevant experience and licences now is the time to get in touch with Tanisha Lethaby from RobLawMax Recruitment. **Email:** TanishaL@roblawmax.co.nz **Mobile:** 0273331893 RobLawMax specialises in recruitment across Construction, Infrastructure, Engineering, Manufacturing, Energy and Industrial sectors. As specialists, our consultants are equipped with industry-specific knowledge, extensive networks, and an empathy and understanding of the recruitment process within infrastructure construction. We are proud to announce that we have recently achieved ISO9001 accreditation for our Quality Management System (QMS), and ISO450001 accreditation for Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management systems.

Our Why  Datacom works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people’s lives and help organisations use the power of tech to innovate and grow.  The Nuts and Bolts We have over 6,500 people across our offices, and generate an annual revenue of over $1.49 billion, this makes us one of Australasia's largest professional IT services companies. We have extensive expertise in operating data centres, providing IT services, software engineering and application management, as well as payroll and customer service design and operations. With this comes a long list of significant clients Datacom is committed to hiring, developing and promoting the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are local at heart, yet world-class in capability. The Opportunity As a Principal Consultant within the Professional Services team your skills will be used across a wide breadth of challenging projects. About the Role This is an excellent opportunity to join a diverse and dynamic solution provider with a huge range of clients and high-level in-house expertise. We adhere to agile principles and deliver using modern technologies, the latest development tools, and practices, and always put customer value first. Your talent is critical to help us with our performance testing engagements and to drive modern performance engineering thinking and practice in our clients. You may be a member of a performance engineering team, or you may be leading the team depending on the engagement. In order to create performance test scripts, you will also bring a history of great testing practices and truly understand how performance fits into the wider QA strategy. What skills do we need? To earn a place on our team you must be creative in your approaches and be able to implement solutions that require the use of multiple tools and technologies. Implement, improve and augment performance test scripts using JMeter, NeoLoad, Load Runner, GraphQL, and similar tools. Creating and implementing test automation framework using Selenium, Rest Assured, Rest Sharp, playwright and similar tools Programming languages: Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, Typescript ▪ Agile mindset and experience of working on projects following SCRUM You must demonstrate strong experience, having been successful in a similar role before to lead the project teams through the web & API test automation, performance testing and optimization journey. You must have strong performance test experience spanning several years across a variety of tools and platforms. We will ask you to show us your: Proven knowledge of the proper performance requirements analysis and test script development across a variety of tools and environments Proven knowledge of the test automation across a variety of tools and environments Ability to analyse a project, determine the optimal tool set, implement a benchmark test and present the results Proven ability to deliver quality results in a busy and dynamic business-focused environment Knowledge of good software development practices and current methodologies and tools Ability to contribute to developing performance testing skills and knowledge within the wider team Dedication to improvement via training, certifications or self-study Why Datacom? Datacom is one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest suppliers of Information Technology professional services. We have managed to maintain a dynamic, agile, small business feel that is often diluted in larger organisations of our size. It's our people that give Datacom its unique culture and energy that you can feel from the moment you meet with us.  We care about our people and provide a range of perks such as social events, chill-out spaces, remote working, flexi-hours and professional development courses to name a few. You’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop your career, connect and bring your true self to work. You will be recognised and valued for your contributions and be able to do your work in a collegial, flat-structured environment. We operate at the forefront of technology to help Australia and New Zealand’s largest enterprise organisations explore possibilities and solve their greatest challenges, so you will never run out of interesting new challenges and opportunities. We want Datacom to be an inclusive and welcoming workplace for everyone and take pride in the steps we have taken and continue to take to make our environment fun and friendly, and our people feel supported.  If you would like to know more and this sounds like you. Please apply online today!

Our client is looking for people who have prior experience operating heavy machinery within a quarry environment.  As a machine operator you will be responsible for operating a range of heavy equipment but mostly Dumptrucks. The role involves working in diverse environments, adhering to strict safety protocols, and contributing to the smooth functioning of our operations.  Key Responsibilities: * Operate dumptrucks efficiently and safely. * Follow operational plans and instructions to ensure productivity targets are met. * Perform routine maintenance checks on equipment and report any faults or issues. * Adhere to health and safety regulations at all times to maintain a safe work environment. * Work effectively as part of a team to achieve operational goals. * Maintain accurate records of equipment usage and production activities. Qualifications and Experience: * Prior experience within a quarry or civil environment. * Experience operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, graders, or dump trucks. * Ability to work day and night shifts on a rotating roster (6 on, 3 off). * Strong commitment to health and safety practices. * Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Benefits: * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Opportunities for growth and development within the company. * Exposure to cutting-edge technology and equipment. * Supportive work environment with a focus on employee well-being. How to Apply:If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and availability. We look forward to hearing from you!

Position:  FinOps Analyst Datacom Location:  Right across AU and NZ (advertising in Melbourne, Brisbane, Auckland and Wellington). Security Requirements: Residents and Citizens of each country only. Full Time, Permanent Position. Our Why Datacom works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people’s lives and help organisations use the power of tech to innovate and grow. About the Role (Your Why) Join Datacom as a FinOps Analyst and help shape the future of cloud and SaaS cost management. In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the forefront of driving transparency, forecasting accuracy, and operational efficiency across our cloud infrastructure and SaaS ecosystem. As part of the Corporate IT team, you’ll focus on optimizing cloud spend, managing the costs of SaaS platforms and tools, and ensuring costs are effectively allocated across the business in partnership with our finance team. You’ll work closely with the Datacom FinOps Practice, receiving guidance and collaborating to ensure alignment with best practices. You'll also have the opportunity to explore and evaluate the financial impact of emerging technologies—including AI services—as they become part of our ecosystem. This is more than a numbers role. It's a chance to influence smarter tech investments and unlock greater value from every dollar spent in the cloud. What You’ll Do Advocate and embed an “automation first” mindset in the respective Technology and operations teams. Create and maintain a future state through a roadmap, projects, and advocate for resources to deliver efficiency and effectiveness. Acting as a conduit between Group Technology, FinOps Practice, Product Solutions Group, Finance department and Datacom LOBs Monitor and analyse cloud spend across platforms such as Azure, AWS, and GCP. Optimize SaaS platform usage and licensing to ensure cost efficiency. Track and forecast usage of AI-related services, including token-based consumption models. Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to provide visibility into cloud and SaaS expenditures. Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and finance teams to allocate costs accurately and identify savings opportunities. Implement and maintain FinOps best practices to support budgeting, forecasting, and chargeback models. Provide insights and recommendations to leadership on cost-saving initiatives and usage trends. Support vendor management and contract negotiations for SaaS and cloud services What You’ll Bring A background within Tier 2 Service Provider. Proficiency with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and cost management tools. Strong analytical skills and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Familiarity with AI/ML services and token-based usage models is a plus Experience in a FinOps, Cloud Cost Management, or SaaS Optimization role. Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirement. Proven analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication, both verbal and written. Effective presentation skills with the ability to connect technical and financial information in meaningful ways Why Join Us Here at Datacom?  Datacom is one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest suppliers of Information Technology professional services. We have managed to maintain a dynamic, agile, small business feel that is often diluted in larger organisations of our size. It's our people that give Datacom its unique culture and energy that you can feel from the moment you meet with us.  We care about our people and provide a range of perks such as social events, chill-out spaces, remote working, flexi-hours and professional development courses to name a few. You’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop your career, connect and bring your true self to work. You will be recognised and valued for your contributions and be able to do your work in a collegial, flat-structured environment.  We operate at the forefront of technology to help Australia and New Zealand’s largest enterprise organisations explore possibilities and solve their greatest challenges, so you will never run out of interesting new challenges and opportunities.  We want Datacom to be an inclusive and welcoming workplace for everyone and take pride in the steps we have taken and continue to take to make our environment fun and friendly, and our people feel supported.

Tradestaff Global is seeking expressions of interest from qualified experienced TELEHANDLER/SKID-STEER OPERATORS to work on McMurdo Station in Antarctica, for Summer 2025/26 Deployments are expected to be from approx. October 2025 through to March 2026. These roles are not for the faint hearted; you’ll be staying for months in one of the most isolated but beautiful places in the world. WHAT’S ON OFFER? • Flights provided from any major NZ airport. • Food, shared accommodation, travel insurance provided. • $66.11 per hour. Contract basis, paid fortnightly in NZ$, paid for 54 hours a week. • All PPE Supplied. It’s hard work but in return you’ll be paid well, save money while working away, gain experience of a lifetime, & build some lifelong friendships. If you’ve ever wanted to tick this off your bucket list, this could be the job for you! Don't wait for tomorrow to pursue this exceptional opportunity! Apply now to kickstart the application process and get on the ice! WHAT’S THE JOB? Construction in Antarctica is like nowhere else, and all the roles need hard working team players who are happy to pitch in, do the basics, do the mahi and look out for each other. You’ll work on a large commercial construction building project. Delivering parts and materials, assisting the Logistics Supervisor with the day to day running of the Stores/Logistics for the construction project. Duties will also include operating plant machinery such as Bobcats, Telehandlers, Utes etc. You will need to hold a Class 2 Driver Licence with WTR Endorsements WHAT’S THE CATCH? • Due to travel restrictions, ONLY New Zealand and US Citizens with New Zealand or US passports currently and permanently living and working in New Zealand can apply. • Vaccinations: You need to be happy to have Flu, Tdap & MMR Vaccines. • You’re on the ice for a long time, these roles are not ‘fly in fly out’ / FIFO. • You’ll work long hours, six days out of seven. • Start dates are approximate and are subject to you passing medical and dental checks, getting security clearance, your notice period and ice flight availability. • You must pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test. • You need a clean criminal record. • The application process is lengthy, you will need to demonstrate patience when working through the application process. • You must be prepared to travel to Tauranga for medical and dental exams. We pay for testing and flights if travelling from outside the Bay of Plenty. WHAT’S THE CATCH? • Due to travel restrictions, ONLY New Zealand and US Citizens with New Zealand or US passports currently and permanently living and working in New Zealand can apply. • Vaccinations: You need to be happy to have Flu, Tdap & MMR Vaccines. • You’re on the ice for a long time, these roles are not ‘fly in fly out’ / FIFO. • You’ll work long hours, six days out of seven. • Start dates are approximate and are subject to you passing medical and dental checks, getting security clearance, your notice period and ice flight availability. • You must pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test. • You need a clean criminal record. • The application process is lengthy, you will need to demonstrate patience when working through the application process. • You must be prepared to travel to Tauranga for medical and dental exams. We pay for testing and flights if travelling from outside the Bay of Plenty. WHAT NOW? • APPLY ONLINE with an up-to-date CV that outlines your commercial construction skills, experience and the types of commercial construction projects you have worked on. • If your initial application is successful, we will contact you with further information about the interview and checking process. • You must be IT literate, have great attention to detail, follow instructions and be able to handle lots of complicated paperwork. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? ADVENTURE CALLS! APPLY ONLINE NOW and take advantage of this opportunity of a lifetime! We can only accept online applications. You will receive an automatic acknowledgement when your application is submitted successfully. We offer a wide variety of roles across the construction industry, including positions for Carpenters, Machine Operators, Electricians, Plumbers, HVAC Technicians, Duct Installers, Pipefitters/Welders, and many more. Explore current opportunities at: www.tradestaffglobal.com

The Cloudy Bay story is one of adventure. After a single sip in 1983, David Hohnen was captivated by Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. In 1985 David and winemaker Kevin Judd launched Cloudy Bay with a vision for making New Zealand wines of uncompromising quality. It has been that way ever since. We are seeking a skilled, innovative, energetic, and responsible hands-on Cellar Door Manager to join our Brand Home Leadership Team. As a leader at Cloudy Bay, you will demonstrate your ability to motivate and guide the team. Together with the team, you will share your enthusiasm for hospitality and create memorable customer experiences, ensuring a seamless and outstanding brand experience for all our visitors, converting local and international guests into ambassadors of Cloudy Bay. Although good wine knowledge is desirable, more emphasis will be placed on your organizational skills, customer service, sales ability, and staff management skills. The ability to multitask is also essential. You will need a Manager's Certificate and must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Our Cellar Door is open seven days a week, so successful applicants will need to be available to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays. Your day-to-day will include: Setting and maintaining an outstanding level of Visitor Center (VC) customer service. Leading by example, always demonstrating best practice service Actively lead & manage the team on the floor, to make sure they receive the guidance & support they need Oversee the day-to-day operations of the VC, ensuring it is clean, presentable, and well-stocked Handle safely and securely all cash, process sales transactions, and assist with the security of the building and assets Manage, coach, and constantly develop the VC team to keep their motivation and performance at the highest level Maintain a positive, open, and productive team dynamic and work culture within the VC team with clear communication and a goal-setting approach Achieve the VC financial KPI’s whilst closely monitoring costs Manage the VC roster and always ensure appropriate staffing levels in line with budgets Recruitment of permanent and seasonal staff as required Create detailed reports on weekly, monthly, and annual sales reports Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including liquor licensing Requirements Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Event Management or Hospitality NZ Managers Certificate Experience in a similar role, supervising staff, and overseeing Cellar Door operations Leadership and people management skills, in particular the ability to motivate and enthuse team members Solid operational capabilities across all functions of the Cellar Door, including retail, tasting counter, event, and a restaurant/bar Languages: Excellent English compulsory, strong written English required. A second language would be beneficial, but not required Strong passion for wine, food, and hospitality a priority Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Lead by example management style, very hands-on and operational Strong leadership and team-building skills to develop a positive team climate Knowledge of best practices in all areas of service, sales, and wine Flexible - able to work at weekends, holidays, and the extra hours when required Benefits What you can expect from us 9% superannuation Annual bonus target Health insurance Annual wine allocation Generous wine, food and merchandise discount at our cellar door and restaurant A positive and supportive team culture Focus on employee inclusion, wellbeing, and health & safety Forward-thinking structured professional environment Staff events and team experiences A comprehensive induction including an in-depth training on our wine range and brand values