Careers - Taylors Contracting

Current Vacancies

Multi-skilled Machine Operators

Taylors Contracting are currently seeking experienced multi-skilled operators. The successful candidate may be required to work across some or all of our operations including but not limited to Quarries, Civil Works, Forestry & Project Work.

Key skills and attributes:

Class 2 driver’s license with WTR
Proven work history in bulk earthworks, and civil operations
Experience operating various machinery such as diggers, rollers, loaders, graders etc.
Ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to the Health & Safety of yourself and others
Prepared to perform physical and manual tasks as required
Extremely reliable and dependable
Have excellent communication skills
The ability to work both alone and as part of a team

What we offer:

Continued training, support, and development of skills
Health insurance and wellbeing programme
Access to fuel discounts
A friendly and supportive team environment

What next?

If you think you have what it takes to excel in this role, please send your CV along with a cover letter to: amelia@taycon.co.nz

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Due to the continual growth of the company we are currently seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team. We are also open to discussing the option of Automotive Mechanics wanting to transfer their skills, and becoming a Heavy Diesel Mechanic.

Key skills and attributes: To be successful in this role, you will:

Be a trade qualified diesel technician with skills in hydraulics, modern diesel engines and related electronics or
Be a trade qualified automotive technician, with a keen desire to become a Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Hold a class 1 driver’s license
Demonstrate a strong commitment to Health and Safety
Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical failures and recommend solutions
Ability to work alone and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills
Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Have a willingness to learn and comply with our policies and procedures
This position may require work away from home at times

What we offer:

Health insurance after 3 months of employment
Company Vehicle for work purposes
Continued training, support and development of skills
A friendly and supportive team environment

What next? If you think you have what it takes to excel in this role, please send your CV along with a cover letter to amelia@taycon.co.nz

Senior Project Manager

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to be a part of our major projects division. The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, an equivalent qualification, or a minimum of five years’ experience within the civil engineering and/or the construction industry.

Working on a variety of civil construction projects, you will be well organised, enthusiastic, and determined, while maintaining the highest standards.

About you:

The ability to utilise and optimise resources to meet customer and company needs
The ability to manage and ensure project operations are run efficiently and are finished to the highest quality within allocated time constraints
A sound understanding and knowledge of relevant quality, safety, and environmental standards in the construction industry
Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to multitask and to work to tight and competing schedules
Previous staff management experience and excellent leadership qualities
Subcontractor management experience
Good computer skills and experience with Microsoft Project
Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills

What we offer:

Training and development
A supportive team environment where you’re trusted and given the tools to deliver and excel in your career
Access to a range of discounts and benefits, including offers of health insurance, wellbeing initiatives, counselling services and retail discounts etc…

What next?

If you are someone who is looking for a stable, long-term career and you have a proven, reliable work history, we want to hear from you. Please send your CV along with a cover letter to amelia@taycon.co.nz

Forestry Engineer

We are seeking a Forestry Engineer to join our forestry roading division.

This role is responsible for assisting with the general implementation and management of forestry-related construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and environmental aspects are carried out to the required standard within required timeframes.

About you:

Relevant qualifications and experience to ensure planning and engineering operations are run efficiently
A sound understanding and knowledge of relevant quality, safety, and environmental standards in the construction industry
Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and work to tight and competing schedules
Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills
The ability to utilise and optimise resources to meet customer and company needs

What we offer:

Career progression opportunities
A supportive team environment where you’re trusted and given the tools to deliver and excel in your career
Access to a range of discounts and benefits, including offers of health insurance, wellbeing initiatives, counselling services and retail discounts etc…

What next?

If you are someone who is looking for a stable, long-term career and you have a proven, reliable work history, we want to hear from you. Please send your CV along with a cover letter to amelia@taycon.co.nz

Multi-skilled Machine Operators

Taylors Contracting are currently seeking experienced multi-skilled operators. The successful candidate may be required to work across some or all of our operations including but not limited to Quarries, Civil Works, Forestry & Project Work.

Key skills and attributes:

Class 2 driver’s license with WTR
Proven work history in bulk earthworks, and civil operations
Experience operating various machinery such as diggers, rollers, loaders, graders etc.
Ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to the Health & Safety of yourself and others
Prepared to perform physical and manual tasks as required
Extremely reliable and dependable
Have excellent communication skills
The ability to work both alone and as part of a team

What we offer:

Continued training, support, and development of skills
Health insurance and wellbeing programme
Access to fuel discounts
A friendly and supportive team environment

What next?

If you think you have what it takes to excel in this role, please send your CV along with a cover letter to: amelia@taycon.co.nz

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Due to the continual growth of the company we are currently seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team. We are also open to discussing the option of Automotive Mechanics wanting to transfer their skills, and becoming a Heavy Diesel Mechanic.

Key skills and attributes: To be successful in this role, you will:

Be a trade qualified diesel technician with skills in hydraulics, modern diesel engines and related electronics or
Be a trade qualified automotive technician, with a keen desire to become a Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Hold a class 1 driver’s license
Demonstrate a strong commitment to Health and Safety
Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical failures and recommend solutions
Ability to work alone and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills
Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Have a willingness to learn and comply with our policies and procedures
This position may require work away from home at times

What we offer:

Health insurance after 3 months of employment
Company Vehicle for work purposes
Continued training, support and development of skills
A friendly and supportive team environment

What next? If you think you have what it takes to excel in this role, please send your CV along with a cover letter to amelia@taycon.co.nz

Senior Project Manager

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to be a part of our major projects division. The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, an equivalent qualification, or a minimum of five years’ experience within the civil engineering and/or the construction industry.

Working on a variety of civil construction projects, you will be well organised, enthusiastic, and determined, while maintaining the highest standards.

About you:

The ability to utilise and optimise resources to meet customer and company needs
The ability to manage and ensure project operations are run efficiently and are finished to the highest quality within allocated time constraints
A sound understanding and knowledge of relevant quality, safety, and environmental standards in the construction industry
Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to multitask and to work to tight and competing schedules
Previous staff management experience and excellent leadership qualities
Subcontractor management experience
Good computer skills and experience with Microsoft Project
Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills

What we offer:

Training and development
A supportive team environment where you’re trusted and given the tools to deliver and excel in your career
Access to a range of discounts and benefits, including offers of health insurance, wellbeing initiatives, counselling services and retail discounts etc…

What next?

If you are someone who is looking for a stable, long-term career and you have a proven, reliable work history, we want to hear from you. Please send your CV along with a cover letter to amelia@taycon.co.nz

Forestry Engineer

We are seeking a Forestry Engineer to join our forestry roading division.

This role is responsible for assisting with the general implementation and management of forestry-related construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and environmental aspects are carried out to the required standard within required timeframes.

About you:

Relevant qualifications and experience to ensure planning and engineering operations are run efficiently
A sound understanding and knowledge of relevant quality, safety, and environmental standards in the construction industry
Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and work to tight and competing schedules
Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills
The ability to utilise and optimise resources to meet customer and company needs

What we offer:

Career progression opportunities
A supportive team environment where you’re trusted and given the tools to deliver and excel in your career
Access to a range of discounts and benefits, including offers of health insurance, wellbeing initiatives, counselling services and retail discounts etc…

What next?

If you are someone who is looking for a stable, long-term career and you have a proven, reliable work history, we want to hear from you. Please send your CV along with a cover letter to amelia@taycon.co.nz

Pavement and Drainage Team Members

With several large projects on the horizon, we are looking to expand our pavement & drainage teams. Ideally you will have some experience in civil construction, however we are prepared to provide all training required to develop your skills.

You will be a team player and be prepared to carry out a range of manual tasks, as well as machine operation. This role is working as part of a tight-knit team where reliability and willingness is key.

You’ll bring with you:

A minimum of a Class 1 drivers licence
A positive outlook, friendly attitude, and willingness to adapt to the work as and where required
The ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to the health & safety of yourself and others
A preparedness to work on the ground alongside the team
A willingness to further develop your career in a civil construction environment
Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills
Extreme reliability and dependability

What we offer:

Career progression opportunities
A supportive team environment where you’re trusted and given the tools to deliver and excel in your career.
Access to a range of discounts and benefits including offers of health insurance, wellbeing initiatives, counselling services, and retail discounts etc

What next? If you think you have what it takes to excel in this role, please send your CV along with a cover letter to amelia@taycon.co.nz

Civil carpentry – hammerhand

With several civil projects on the horizon, we are looking for a full-time hammerhand to assist our civil carpenter and progress their career in the Civil Construction Industry.

This role will include assisting with the construction & maintenance of various projects and will include but not be limited to:

Foundations works
Retaining walls
Pre-cast concrete installations
Small building construction
Roading and civil drainage projects

Our ideal candidate will have basic carpentry skills. You may have even completed a carpentry course. At a minimum you will have previous experience in a manual labouring position. You will be willing to undertake further training to develop your career in the civil carpentry environment.

You’ll bring with you:

A minimum of a restricted driver’s licence, and the ability to drive a manual vehicle
A positive outlook, friendly attitude, and willingness to adapt to the work as and where required
Ability to adhere to the health & safety & environmental requirements
Good relationship-building skills
Excellent communication skills
Extreme reliability and dependability

What we offer:

Career progression opportunities
A supportive team environment where you’re trusted and given the tools to deliver and excel in your career.
Access to a range of discounts and benefits including offers of health insurance, wellbeing initiatives, counselling services and retail discounts etc

If you think you have what it takes to excel in this role, please send your CV along with a cover letter to amelia@taycon.co.nz