Description
Summary:
Seeking skilled Class 4 drivers with civil and earthworks experience for a major trenching project, offering professional growth opportunities within a well-known civil company.
Highlights:
1. Work on major local civil projects
2. Opportunity for full-time role
3. Engage in varied civil and earthworks tasks
We're on the lookout for skilled Class 4 drivers with civil and earthworks experience. This well-established Dunedin-based company has secured a substantial project starting on 12 January and running through to mid-2026.
This is a great opportunity for contractors looking to jump onto a fill-in role and keep the income flowing, as well as experienced drivers who want to prove themselves and work toward a full-time position with a well-known and professionally run civil company.
What's in it for you?
* Project secured through to mid-2026, offering strong job security
* Immediate start available from 12 January with big 45 - 55 hour weeks with potential Saturday work if wanted
* Opportunity to transition from contract to a full-time role for the right person
* Work with a well-known, professionally run civil company on major local projects
* Competitive rates for skilled Class 4 drivers with civil and earthworks experience
Role:
This role suits skilled, health and safety-focused drivers with 2+ years' experience in the civil or earthworks industry in Aotearoa. You'll be based on a major trenching project, with the team completing trenching works, duct installation, backfilling, and cable running. The project is located in Kaikorai Valley and extends through to the Waikari Road substation.
You'll primarily be operating a Class 4 tipper truck on site. Experience operating additional machinery is highly regarded and would be an added bonus.
What we are looking for:
* Skilled Class 4 Drivers (W.T.R added bonus)
* Be confident driving & reversing big rigs in and around sites.
* Understanding of the importance of Health & Safety
* Good attitude and willingness to get stuck in
* Reliable, motivated and all round good bugger!
Please apply online now, or fire your CV through to Dunedin@Heights.nz
Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment Alcohol and drug testing.
Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.