Excavator Operators
Franklin Smith
Listing Description
Description
Excavator Operators – Civil
Top rates, strong pipeline of work, and a variety of projects across Canterbury.
We are on the hunt for skilled Excavator Operators to join busy civil crews across Christchurch. With multiple roles available, we can match you to projects that suit your experience – from bulk earthworks through to detailed drainage and foundation prep.
About the Role
- Positions available across earthworks, drainage, and foundation preparation
- Work on subdivisions, roading, and major civil infrastructure projects
- Operate a range of machinery from small to large excavators depending on role
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience operating excavators in a civil environment
- Experience in one or more of the following: bulk earthworks, trenching, final trim, or foundation prep
- WTR endorsements and a strong focus on safe operation
- Ability to work around services and read site plans is highly regarded
Benefits
- Excellent hourly rates based on experience and capability
- Long-term opportunities with some of Canterbury’s busiest civil contractors
- Ongoing training, upskilling, and potential for progression into leading hand or supervisory roles
About the Company / Culture You’ll be joining well-established civil contractors with a solid forward workload. These teams value good operators who take pride in their work, look after their gear, and contribute to a strong site culture.
How to Apply Send your CV to darron@franklinsmithgroup.co.nz or call Darron on 022 043 1649
Application details
Franklin Smith
Franklin Smith was founded to provide bespoke recruitment that encourages innovation, and to bring great companies & great people together. We are a multi-disciplinary recruitment agency specialising in Construction, Trades, Supply Chain, Property, IT, and Corporate.
Our recruitment consultants focus on creating new ways to do business, as opposed to enforcing out-dated and tired recruitment practices. We actively seek opportunities which benefit clients, candidates & the wider community with a goal to connect, inspire and engage.
Franklin Smith offers an environment that allows you to enhance and optimise your potential to grow within your career. Being a part of our diverse community exposes you to a collaborative, innovative and entrepreneurial environment. We are exponentially growing with an office in Brisbane and across New Zealand – Auckland, Christchurch, and Nelson.
We aim to be the benchmark of the recruitment industry, placing a high value on ethical operation with an unparalleled commitment to service. Transparency, accountability, and reliability are at the core of all we do.
Franklin Smith is people focused; we are always searching for the best of the best in each industry.
