Driver/Operator

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Driver/Operator to join our kerb & footpath team in Dunedin. This role suits an experienced and professional class 4 driver who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in safe and efficient driving/plant operation, and wants to contribute to delivering essential local infrastructure.

As a Driver/Operator on the kerb and footpath contract you will drive a class 4/operate site plant, support excavation, and work closely with the site foreman and crew to ensure works are completed safely, on time and to specification.

What you’ll be doing

• Transport materials and plant between sites as required, ensuring loads are secure and vehicle checks are completed prior to departure.

• Operate plant and vehicles required for kerb, channel and footpath preparation and construction, including excavators, rollers, tip trucks and small loaders, in a safe and efficient manner.

• Maintain accurate records of hours, plant usage and fuel consumption, complete required site documentation and communicate progress or issues to the foreman or project management.

• Adhere to site health and safety procedures, attend toolbox talks, wear required personal protective equipment and contribute to a positive safety culture on site.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience operating civil construction plant and driving site vehicles in a construction environment, preferably on kerb, channel and footpath projects.

• Current NZ driver licence (Class 4 or higher preferred) with WTR.

• Good understanding of health and safety obligations on construction sites, including experience working near live carriageways and following traffic management plans.

• Reliable, punctual and capable of working outdoors in varying weather conditions; physically able to assist with manual tasks as required.

• Strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with a small team and report effectively to the site foreman.

Why join the Isaac Group?

At Isaac Construction, our people are central to our success. We offer a supportive team environment, opportunities for skill development, and the chance to work on meaningful local infrastructure projects across Dunedin and the wider region.

We prioritise safety, quality and a positive workplace culture. You will work alongside experienced construction professionals and be supported to develop further operator and technical skills in civil construction and traffic management.

Benefits

• Permanent opportunities: With a minimum of 40 hours guaranteed.

• Competitive pay: Hourly rate based on skills and experience + medical insurance.

• Training and development: Access to upskilling and ticketing support to grow your career in civil construction.

• Supportive team culture: Work with experienced crews who value safety and quality workmanship.

Eligibility & Next Steps

All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing, and provide evidence of relevant tickets and licences.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: We do not accept unsolicited CVs for this vacancy.

If you are ready to operate plant and support kerb, channel and footpath works in Dunedin, please apply now with a current CV detailing your plant experience, tickets and availability.