Southland gives you room to breathe - affordable housing, effortless access to the outdoors, welcoming communities, and a lifestyle that's hard to match. Add to that a role with a proudly local civil company that supports its people and celebrates success, and making the move from Canterbury becomes an easy choice They have a genuine forward workload with a variety of projects across Southland and are tearing into 2025/26 with big goals for the years ahead, and they need a solid operator to join the team. What's in it for you? * $35 - $37 ph Wages (DOE) + Vehicle + Health Insurances (permanent role) * A chance to reset and thrive in a new region * Supportive management team who have plenty of machine hours under their belt * Progression paths and potential to grow within the company * Be apart of some impressive projects and add them to your portfolio * Be recognised and rewarded for your skills Role Is for a skilled operator with experience trenching for, in, and around services such as drainage, while also having some sharp final trim skills. Health and safety is extremely important and you'll need to have a decent operating / civil background. You'll be mainly excavating but you won't be scared to get off your seat when needed to help out the team. Projects will involve a mix of construction and drainage projects. For this role you'll be able to confidently read and interpret plans, be well-presented and enjoy a client-facing role. You're a team player and willing to assist others when needed, able to work unsupervised with a steady workload and preferably be located in Invercargill, while open to working around the wider Southland region. But, most of all, you'll love what you do and take pride in your work! What we are looking for: * Skilled excavator operator with 5+ years NZ experience trenching for/in/around services and/or drainage * Current WTR and Class 2 or above (bonus) * Keenness to relocate to Southland (Invercargill) * Reliable, motivated, and keen on full time hours * Good attitude and willingness to get stuck in Please apply online now, or fire your CV through to Dunedin@Heights.nz Applicants may be required to undertake pre-employment alcohol and drug testing. Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa - sponsorship is not available