Description
Summary:
This role involves operating heavy machinery for environmental restoration and civil construction, contributing to significant community projects with precision and adaptability.
Highlights:
1. Contribute to environmental restoration of historically important land
2. Opportunity to build real hands-on experience across multiple divisions
3. Steady work with a professional civil team and room to grow
Step into a long-term central government project located in Kihikihi, where your time on the levers genuinely moves the needle for Waikato communities. You’re not just filling a seat; you’re contributing to environmental restoration and the legacy of historically important land.
At Protranz, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer opportunity.
Our work spans Demolition & Asbestos, Civil Construction, Building/Construction, Three Waters, Transport, Emergency Relief, and Fabrication Engineering, giving you the chance to build real hands-on experience, recognised skills, and industry exposure across multiple divisions, all in one place.
This role is ideal for an operator who:
* Wants to contribute to the restoration of land with historical and community significance
* Enjoys precision work and takes pride in a top finish
* Can think ahead, adapt when plans change, and stay calm under pressure
* Wants steady work with a professional civil team and room to grow
What you’ll be doing
* Operating excavators (20T & 13T) and rollers
* Supporting demolition works, including safe and efficient machine-based deconstruction
* Completing final trim to ±10mm
* Preparing surfaces for asphalt and concrete
* Working across varied environments and site conditions
* Communicating clearly with supervisors, crews, and clients
What we’re looking for
* Proven excavator operating experience (13T+)
* Strong final trim skills (to 10mm)
* Solid understanding of surface prep for asphalt and concrete
* Ability to work calmly under pressure
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Good judgment and problem-solving ability
* Excellent time management and attention to detail
* Professional approach with customers and suppliers
Why work with us:
* Ongoing, stable civil pipeline in a growing Waikato region
* Well-maintained, reliable machinery
* Pathways to move across Protranz divisions as your career grows
This role is not suited to trainees or entry-level operators – proven experience and confidence in final trim work is essential.