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EXCAVATOR OPERATOR COMPETITIONS 2026-2027

Excavator Operator Competitions 2026-2027

🏆 CCNZ Canterbury Westland Branch Regional Excavator Operator Competition

🏆 CCNZ Canterbury Westland Branch Regional Excavator Operator Competition

Contact: email canterbury@civilcontractors.co.nz
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WHO WILL BE CROWNED THE REGION'S BEST MULTISKILLED OPERATOR?

The Ultimate Test of Skill, Precision & Excellence

Are you ready to prove you're Canterbury Westland's top excavator operator? Join us for the most exciting competition in the construction calendar, where operators from across the region will battle it out for the ultimate prize – representing Canterbury Westland at the National Excavator Operator Finals!

🎯 THE WINNER TAKES IT ALL!

  • Represent Canterbury Westland at the National Excavator Operator Finals in Manawatu (19-21 March 2026). *Winner must be employed by a CCNZ member.*
  • ALL EXPENSES PAID for the winner AND a support person of their choosing
  • Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in BOTH classes
  • Regional bragging rights as Canterbury Westland's best multiskilled operator
  • Loads more prizes to be won at the prizegiving at the end of the day

🏅 COMPETITION CLASSES - OPEN TO ALL SKILL LEVELS

  • NOVICE CLASS - Less than 5 years experience. Perfect for operators looking to test their skills and learn from the best
  • EXPERIENCED CLASS - 5 years or more experience. For seasoned pros ready to showcase their mastery

💰 WHAT YOU GET - COMPLETELY FREE!
✅ FREE ENTRY – No cost to compete
✅ FREE BBQ LUNCH – Fuel up for the competition
✅ FREE NETWORKING – Connect with industry professionals
✅ FREE ENTERTAINMENT – Watch the region's best operators in action

📅 EVENT DETAILS
DATE: Saturday, 4th October 2025
VENUE: Road Metals, Rolleston Quarry, 411 Wards Road
COMPETITORS: Maximum 30 spots available
REGISTRATION CLOSES: 26th September 2025
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Full PPE must be brought to the competition

🚨 LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
With only 30 competitor spots available, this exclusive competition fills up fast! Don't miss your chance to:

  • Showcase your skills against the region's best
  • Win cash prizes and amazing rewards
  • Earn the ultimate prize – a trip to nationals with all expenses paid

READY TO TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE?
Whether you're a rising star with fresh skills or a seasoned veteran with years of experience, this is YOUR chance to prove you're the best multiskilled excavator operator in Canterbury Westland.

Don't wait – click here, fill out the form and secure your spot today!

Registration closes 26th September 2025

For more Information contact:
James Flower, 021 371 272 or James.Flower@schick.co.nz 

To register:
Megan Gibbins, CCNZ Canterbury Westland Branch Secretary
canterbury@civilcontractors.co.nz

REGISTER NOW – GLORY AWAITS!

 

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

CablePrice / Hitachi / Connexis / Firstgas / Hirepool / Humes / Attach2 Equipment/ Road Metals / Civil Contractors NZ

THANK YOU TO OUR PRIZE SPONSORS

CablePrice / Humes / Youngman Richardson / RB Recruitment / Cirtex / Maugers Contracting / Commercial Vehicle Holdings / Geofabrics / TDX / Hynds

Contact: email canterbury@civilcontractors.co.nz

Sponsors

1. CablePrice

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