Heavy Machinery Operator Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

Waikato Drilling is looking for a Class 4 Truck Driver & Machine Operators in Rotorua. Competitive salary, training, and relocation packages available

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Listed thirteen days ago

GPS Heavy Machinery Operator (AKL)

at HEB Construction Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Top-Tier Tech & Less Rework
Consistent Hours & Career Growth
Stable Sites & Great Culture

Top-Tier Tech & Less Rework
Consistent Hours & Career Growth
Stable Sites & Great Culture

We're looking for an experienced GPS machinery operator for earthworks and roading projects across Auckland

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Civil Truck Drivers (Class 5)

at NZ Labour Hire Group

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

$30 – $40 per hour

Weekly Pay $$$
Supportive team environment
Start ASAP

Weekly Pay $$$
Supportive team environment
Start ASAP

We are looking for multiple Class 5 Drivers to start ASAP within the civil industry!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

20h ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Class Two Truck Driver & Labourer

at Project Earthworks Limited

This is a Full time job

Clevedon, Auckland

$25 – $38 per hour

Class 2 Truck Driver & Concrete Layer wanted! Hands-on, varied work with a fun, family-owned Auckland earthworks team

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

17h ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Machine Operator

at Godfrey Hirst NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Manukau, Auckland

Do you have practical engineering or mechanical experience and looking for a new career? We have an exciting opportunity as a Tufting Mechanic.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Heavy Machine Operator

at Hays | Trades & Labour

This is a Full time job

Waihi, Waikato

Competitive pay rate

Perm job
Consistent work with 40+ hours each week
Career development Opportunities

Perm job
Consistent work with 40+ hours each week
Career development Opportunities

We're on the lookout for experienced Heavy Machine Operators to join our team in Waihi

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

Operator - Loader / Exacavator

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

We are seeking an experienced and driven heavy machinery operator to join our friendly team at Living Earth.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Heavy Machine Operator

at AWF

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Marlborough

Weekly pay + Kiwi Saver + S/L + Holiday pay

Team up with skilled, experienced crews who know their craft
Enjoy consistent, flexible work opportunities, on your terms
Full PPE gear provided from day one

Team up with skilled, experienced crews who know their craft
Enjoy consistent, flexible work opportunities, on your terms
Full PPE gear provided from day one

Experienced Heavy Machine Operators Wanted! Projects in Marlborough

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

18h ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Mining Dredge Operator

at Taharoa Ironsands Limited

This is a Full time job

Taharoa, Waikato

Hard working & practical, hands on workers needed for an exciting and expanding Dredging Operation at one of the most beautiful locations in NZ.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen hours ago

Experienced W-T-R Operators

at Adecco New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Ongoing work
Negotiable rates

Ongoing work
Negotiable rates

WTR operator

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

17h ago

Listed eight days ago

Operator and Hydro-Technician - Multiple positions available

at Hydro Specialists Ltd

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland

$30 – $45 per hour

Variety & Hands-On Work – No two days are the same
Strong Team Culture – Join a supportive, tight-knit crew
Training & Career Growth – Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities

Variety & Hands-On Work – No two days are the same
Strong Team Culture – Join a supportive, tight-knit crew
Training & Career Growth – Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities

Join a skilled, hardworking team delivering hydro-excavation, drainage & vacuum services across Auckland. Variety, growth & great culture

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Class 4 Truck Driver / Excavator Operators to Join Directional Drilling Crew

at WAIKATO DRILLING LTD

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$30 – $40 per hour

Primary Role: Operate Class 4 trucks for transporting equipment and materials.
Additional Duties: Assist the drilling crew with various tasks as required
Benefits: Competitive salary, training, and relocation packages available

Primary Role: Operate Class 4 trucks for transporting equipment and materials.
Additional Duties: Assist the drilling crew with various tasks as required
Benefits: Competitive salary, training, and relocation packages available

Waikato Drilling is looking for a Class 4 Truck Driver & Machine Operators in Rotorua. Competitive salary, training, and relocation packages available

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Machine Operator

at Global Metal Solutions Limited

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

An exciting role for an experienced machine operator

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

16d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Forestry Machinery Plant Operator

at C3 Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Nelson, Tasman

$35.00 - $40.00

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses
Respectful & supportive management team and culture

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses
Respectful & supportive management team and culture

Skilled heavy machinery operator required to drive machinery on the port for log loading operations.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

20h ago

Listed one day ago

Machine Operator

at 323 Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Waitakere, Auckland

NZD 35 - 45 per hour + Monthly Social Events

Operate modern civil plant across drainage, earthworks, trenching & 3 Waters
Competitive pay + steady full-time work + career growth + good company
Join a practical, safety-focused team + genuinely valued

Operate modern civil plant across drainage, earthworks, trenching & 3 Waters
Competitive pay + steady full-time work + career growth + good company
Join a practical, safety-focused team + genuinely valued

Hands-on Machine Operator role on Auckland civil across 3 Waters projects

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Heavy Machine Operator

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$30-$35/hr with great culture and benefits

Competitive Hourly Pay + 45 Hours Plus + Monday To Saturday
Temp to Perm Opportunities + Wellington Based + Further Development & Training
Join Largescale Civil & Infrastructure Projects

Competitive Hourly Pay + 45 Hours Plus + Monday To Saturday
Temp to Perm Opportunities + Wellington Based + Further Development & Training
Join Largescale Civil & Infrastructure Projects

Contribute to the growth of an exceptional Civil team working across the Wellington region on large scale national projects.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Production Team Member Day Shift - Heavy Lifting Role (08:00 - 16:30)

at Tasti Products Ltd

This is a Full time job

Te Atatu Peninsula, Auckland

Good hourly rate - plus Kiwisaver

Full time Position
NZ owned business that has been in operation since 1932
Great West Auckland location in Te Atatu Peninsula, Auckland

Full time Position
NZ owned business that has been in operation since 1932
Great West Auckland location in Te Atatu Peninsula, Auckland

Join Tasti’s Day shift! Full-time, Mon–Fri, between hours of 08:00 - 16:30. Physically fit? Love hands-on work? Apply now!

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

15d ago

Listed six days ago

Machine Operator

at A W Fraser Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Shifts of days and nights providing 7 consecutive days off every month
Working with cutting edge machinery
Opportunity to work additional shifts for extra pay

Shifts of days and nights providing 7 consecutive days off every month
Working with cutting edge machinery
Opportunity to work additional shifts for extra pay

Entry-level CNC machining opportunity offering excellent work-life balance, training, and long-term career development.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Day Shift Operator

at Pure Oil New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Day Shift Operator at oilseed crush plant in Rolleston, operating machinery and supporting 24/7 operations.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

7d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Forestry Machinery Plant Operator

at C3 Limited

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses
Respectful & supportive management team and culture

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses
Respectful & supportive management team and culture

Machinery operators required to drive heavy log loading equipment on the port in a 24/7 environment.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

15d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Machine Operator

at Private Advertiser

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

$70,000 - $75,000 + annual bonus

$70,000 - $75,000 plus bonus and Kiwisaver Miss the traffic with 6am-3.30pm or 5am-2.30pm working hours (flexible if needed).

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Machinery Sales Representative – Auckland, New Zealand

at United Heavy Industries Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$70,000 – $90,000 per year

Attractive commission structure and bonus incentives
Strong earning potential for high performers
Long-term career opportunities within a growing company

Attractive commission structure and bonus incentives
Strong earning potential for high performers
Long-term career opportunities within a growing company

UHI Machinery is seeking a motivated Machinery Sales Representative to join our Auckland team.

subClassification: Sales Representatives/ConsultantsSales Representatives/Consultants

classification: Sales(Sales)

13d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Digger Operator / Labourer / Truck Driver

at JBDemex Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28 – $40 per hour

Join our small excavation team! Experienced or still learning - the right attitude and work ethic is the ticket. Pay reflects experience and output.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

19d ago

Listed eight days ago

Multi-Skilled Operator

at Holcim

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Exciting role for skilled machine operators based in Auckland!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Job Opportunity: Diesel Mechanic – Auckland, New Zealand

at United Heavy Industries Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$90,000 – $120,000 per year

Competitive salary package: NZD $90,000 – $120,000 per year

Competitive salary package: NZD $90,000 – $120,000 per year

UHI Machinery is seeking an experienced and motivated Diesel Mechanic to join our Auckland team.

subClassification: Automotive TradesAutomotive Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

13d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Heavy Machine Operator - Civil

at Turbo Staff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$30 - $40 p.h. + Weekly Pay + 50 hrs plus weekly

Attractive hourly rate + Weekly Pay Cycle
Top Projects in NZ + Supportive Team
PPE Covered + Upskilling Opportunity

Attractive hourly rate + Weekly Pay Cycle
Top Projects in NZ + Supportive Team
PPE Covered + Upskilling Opportunity

Are you a skilled Excavator operator with top notch experience in trenching, digging, excavating and backfilling in civil projects, apply now!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty three days ago

Machine Operator

at Steel&Tube Holdings Ltd

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Operate advanced steel processing machines
Join a skilled Auckland manufacturing team
Build your career with NZ’s steel leaders

Operate advanced steel processing machines
Join a skilled Auckland manufacturing team
Build your career with NZ’s steel leaders

Steel & Tube is looking for a reliable and motivated Machine Operator to join our Auckland operation.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Civil Crew – Class 4/5 Drivers, Machine Operators & Labourers

at Kiwi Staff

This is a Full time job

Hamilton, Waikato

$25 – $36 per hour

Competitive Pay Rates dependent on Skills
Progression & Upskilling
Supportive Team Environments

Competitive Pay Rates dependent on Skills
Progression & Upskilling
Supportive Team Environments

Hiring Class 4–5 Drivers, WTR Operators & Civil Labourers for ongoing Waikato projects—competitive pay and steady work available.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Machine Operator / Class 5 Hiab Driver

at Wyatt Landscape Supplies and Wyatt Haulage 2004 Limited

This is a Full time job

Warkworth, Auckland

Seeking a full time Machine Operator and full time Class 5 Hiab Operator

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

20d ago

Listed one day ago

Digger Operators

at The Barracks Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$32 – $45 per hour

Join a company that values your performance & wants the best for you! All workers taken care of and ensuring they are equipped with everything needed

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Tractor & Machine Operator

at Talent Right

This is a Full time job

Kimbolton, Manawatu

Stable, year-round role with varied seasonal crop work
Family-run operation with modern equipment and a great team
Long-standing business with practical, no-nonsense leadership

Stable, year-round role with varied seasonal crop work
Family-run operation with modern equipment and a great team
Long-standing business with practical, no-nonsense leadership

Join a well-established NZ flower bulb grower, operating heavy machinery across varied seasonal crop work on a hands-on Kimbolton farm.

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

19d ago

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