CORDE Ltd

Operator

CORDE Ltd

Accredited employerFull-timePosted 2 weeks ago

Job Description

Our team at CORDE is continuing to grow and with summer around the corner, our drainage teams are full steam ahead. We're currently seeking experienced Drainage Operators to join our teams working across Selwyn.

About the role | Ko te kaupapa

The right candidate will have experience across all areas of drainage works, including commercial and residential, excavating trenches, digging in shields and pipe laying. Day to day work will include working in a tight-knit team, operating various sized excavators and other machinery to complete the job, along with jumping in the trenches to help the team.

If you're ready for a change, bring strong experience, versatile and are a multi-skilled operator, then we’d love to hear from you. We are looking for people who will thrive in their role and make significant contributions to the success of our business.

What you'll bring | Ko ngā pukenga ōu

Proven drainage operating experience

Full Class 2 driver licence with WTR endorsements (essential)

Proven experience working in trench shields, installing PVC and concrete pipelines

Experienced operating excavators (3T to 20T)

Health and Safety conscious with a positive attitude

Strong knowledge of safe digging practices and underground services

Ability to pass all pre-employment checks, physically fit and self-motivated

What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai

Competitive hourly rate with weekly pay and company vehicle (To and from work)

Career opportunities through training & development

Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones

Birthday leave after 1 year and access to our employee BOOST program

Varied and interesting work everyday

* An innovated company and diverse projects

The company is committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates are required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono

To apply, click on the 'Apply Now' link. Or email your CV and Cover Letter to [email protected]. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Who we are | Ko wai mātou

Working at CORDE has never been better!

We have one of the largest horizontal infrastructure teams in the South Island working in the

maintenance, civil, and water industry. The work we do strengthens the communities we work and

play in, with several key long term maintenance contracts throughout the Canterbury region and a

number of civil projects currently being completed throughout the South Island.

Our values | Ngā Uaratanga

Trustworthy | Whakawhirinaki – People You Can Rely On

Teamwork | Mahi Tahi – People Who Work Together

Guardianship | Kaitiakitanga – People Who Protect Our Place

Note: CORDE Ltd will not consider unsolicited applications or contact from recruitment agencies for this vacancy. If recruitment support is needed, we will reach out to our trusted agencies.

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