Excavator & Multi-Skilled Operators

Taylors Contracting are currently negotiating an exciting large-scale earthworks project in the renewable energy sector in North Canterbury and are now seeking expressions of interest from professional excavator and multi-skilled operators.

This is your opportunity to contribute to a major infrastructure initiative that supports sustainable energy and helps to shape a greener future.

The duration of the project is estimated to be 2 years with a target start date towards the end of this year to maximise the summer earthworks season. These roles are for 2 Year Fixed-Term contracts.

You may be a dedicated excavator expert, or someone who is multi-skilled and can also operate a bulldozer or grader etc.

For the right person, we are open to discuss supporting relocation for applicants outside of the Canterbury region.

If you feel strongly about being a part of a project of this size but bring alternative skills not listed here, please check out our other job opportunities available.

You’ll bring with you:

• Minimum of a class 2 driver’s license with WTR
• Proven work history in bulk earthworks, and civil or forestry operations
• Ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to the Health & Safety of yourself and others
• Commitment to taking ownership and pride in your work and achieving high standards of quality assurance and environmental protection.
• A positive outlook, friendly attitude, and willingness to adapt to the work as and where required
• Preparedness for Saturday work
• Extreme reliability and dependability

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration
• Career progression opportunities
• A strong pipeline of work in the Canterbury region
• A supportive team environment where you’re trusted and given the tools to deliver and excel in your career
• Transport options to and from work
• Access to a range of discounts and benefits including offers of health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing initiatives, counselling services and retail discounts etc.

What next? If you would like to be a part of this exciting project, please send your expression of interest including a cover letter and CV to mailto: