Class 2 Hydro / Sump Truck Driver Operator

Contract Type :

Temp / Casual

Location :

Christchurch, N/A, New Zealand

Industry :

Transport / Logistics / Drivers

Contact Name :

EQUIP People

Contact Email :

apply@equippeople.co.nz

Contact Phone :

02825520166

Date Published :

25-Sep-2026

EQUIP People is looking for experienced Class 2 Drivers to join an established Christchurch civil crew working across ongoing infrastructure projects.

This role is suited to someone who is confident behind the wheel but is also happy to get out of the truck and get stuck into the work. Sump truck, hydro excavation and general civil experience would be highly regarded.
You’ll be working alongside an experienced crew, helping with excavation, drainage and infrastructure work while operating Class 2 vehicles and equipment.
 
What You’ll Be Doing
- Operating Class 2 sump/hydro excavation trucks
- Supporting hydro excavation and civil infrastructure work
- Assisting with drainage, trenching and general site work
- Loading, unloading and positioning equipment as required
- Working alongside the civil crew to keep jobs moving
- Carrying out daily vehicle and equipment checks
- Following site procedures and health & safety requirements
- Getting involved with general labouring when required

What We’re Looking For
- Current NZ Class 2 licence
- Previous experience operating sump trucks, hydro excavation equipment or similar
- Civil, drainage or infrastructure experience preferred
- Comfortable working outdoors and doing physical site work
- Reliable, punctual and safety-conscious
- Able to follow instructions and work as part of a crew
- Good communication and a practical, hands-on approach

Highly Desirable

- Hydro excavation experience
- Sump truck experience
- Civil/drainage background
- WTR endorsements
- Experience working around underground services

What’s On Offer
- $28–$35/hr depending on experience
- Ongoing Christchurch work
- Consistent full-time hours
- Civil/infrastructure projects
- Opportunity to work with an experienced crew
- Weekly pay and EQUIP People support

Apply Now
If you're a Class 2 Driver with sump truck, hydro or civil experience and you're looking for ongoing work in Christchurch, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply directly or send your CV to apply@equippeople.co.nz .

Call EQUIP People: 028 2552 0166

Important: You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. MOJ checks may apply depending on the role and client requirements. We are not accepting overseas applicants for this position.

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