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Watercart Operators

  • Posted Today
  • On Site
  • Contract

$30  -  $37 /hr


Invercargill


Job Description

Unite Recruit is hiring EXPERIENCED WATERCART OPERATORS for a short-term project in Invercargill. Apply today!


  • $30.00 to $37.00 per hour - depending on experience
  • Class 2 essential, Class 4 preferred
  • Accommodation, daily allowances & flights home every 4 weeks


About the Role

Unite Recruit is seeking an experienced Watercart Operator for a civil construction project in Invercargill.


This is an opportunity to join a project with accommodation provided, daily allowances and flights home every four weeks.


Availability to work through the Christmas and New Year break is essential. Free lunch will be provided during the Christmas break.


What You'll Be Doing


  • Operating a watercart safely and efficiently on a civil construction site.
  • Carrying out dust suppression and supporting earthworks and general site operations.
  • Completing pre-start vehicle checks and reporting defects or safety concerns.
  • Working alongside other operators and civil crews to keep the project running smoothly.
  • Following site instructions and health and safety procedures.


What We're Looking For Current Class 2 driver licence – essential.


  • Class 4 driver licence – preferred.
  • Proven experience operating a watercart on civil construction or earthworks projects.
  • Confidence working around heavy machinery, trucks and ground crews.
  • A strong commitment to health and safety.
  • Reliable, punctual and able to work well within a team.
  • Willingness to work away from home in Invercargill for the duration of the project.


Must be available to work through Christmas and New Year.


  • Able to commit to the assignment through to mid-February 2027.


What's on Offer?


  • $30–$37 per hour, depending on experience.
  • Accommodation provided.
  • Daily allowances.
  • Flights home every four weeks.
  • Free lunch during the Christmas day.
  • A defined project running through to mid-February 2027.
  • Support from the Unite Recruit team throughout your assignment.


Apply Now


If you're an experienced watercart operator with a current Class 2 licence, are willing to work away from home and can commit through the holiday period, we'd like to hear from you.


Apply now through Unite Recruit and include your relevant experience, licence class and availability.


James 0278648304 | james@uniterecruit.co.nz

Level 1/386 Colombo Street, Sydenham, Christchurch 8023


Desired Hard Skills

  • Earthworks
  • Civil Construction
  • Class 2 Driver Licence
  • Class 4 Driver Licence
  • Pre-Start Vehicle Checks
  • Watercart Operation

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Punctual
  • Reliable

Additional Compensation

  • Overtime Pay

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • ❤ Care and Appreciation
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🛂 Visa Sponsorship
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • 🚚 Relocation Support
  • 🚘 Travel Reimbursement
  • 🍺 Free Drinks
  • 🍔 Free Food
  • 🍲 Meals Provided
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  • 🌈 Rainbow Tick
  • 💰 Wage Equality

Job Schedule

  • Day Shift
  • Includes Weekends

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