On Site Machine Operator Contract Temp Construction Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

Listed five days ago

Labourer / Machine Operator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kerikeri, Northland

$25 - $30 p.h. + 8% Holiday Pay

Immediate Start + Monday to Friday
Weekly Pay Cycle + Holiday Pay
All PPE Provided + H&S Focused

Immediate Start + Monday to Friday
Weekly Pay Cycle + Holiday Pay
All PPE Provided + H&S Focused

Skilled Labourer + Machine Operator + Civil Construction. Operate excavators and compactors, civil labouring tasks = digging, levelling, back filling.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Heavy Machinery Operator

at AWF

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$28 - $35 p.h. + Kiwisaver + Holiday & Sick Pay

Weekly Pay
Local Work
Long Term Opportunities

Weekly Pay
Local Work
Long Term Opportunities

If you're a skilled machine operator who takes pride in quality work, we have opportunities on major civil projects that value experience and skill.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed ten days ago

Civil Machine Operators - Auckland

at Drake New Zealand - Auckland South

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

$35 - $40

Full-time hours with an immediate start
Supportive team environment.
Opportunities for growth within the company

Full-time hours with an immediate start
Supportive team environment.
Opportunities for growth within the company

Can operate a digger without being babysat? Good pay, steady civil work, solid crew. Apply now.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed five days ago

Heavy Machine Operators & Drivers Wanted

at Select Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dunedin Central, Otago

$26 - $32 p.h.

Reliable weekly pay + KiwiSaver + Sick leave + Holiday pay
Upcoming projects with our local clients
Opportunities in Dunedin and the Otago region

Reliable weekly pay + KiwiSaver + Sick leave + Holiday pay
Upcoming projects with our local clients
Opportunities in Dunedin and the Otago region

Looking to advance your career? Keen to work on interesting projects with great people and feel job satisfaction in the work you do every day?

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Operator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Ongoing work available
Paid weekly
Career growth opportunities

Ongoing work available
Paid weekly
Career growth opportunities

AWF has great opportunities to work with NZ's ground breaking civil construction companies. This could open the door to permanent work.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Civil Machine Operators - AKL North

at Unite Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rodney & North Shore, Auckland

Weekly Pay
Competitive Rates
Long Term Projects

Weekly Pay
Competitive Rates
Long Term Projects

We are looking for experienced Civil Machine Operators for immediate starts on a number of projects on Auckland's North Shore.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed ten days ago

Civil Operator (WTR)

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Petone, Wellington

$30 - $38 + based on experience

Ongoing full-time work!
Long-term projects!
Work for a high performing team!

Ongoing full-time work!
Long-term projects!
Work for a high performing team!

We're looking for multi-skilled operators for projects across Wellington starting ASAP!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Skilled Civil Workers

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Milson, Manawatu

$28-39 p/hr

Work on major regional civil infrastructure projects
Competitive pay based on skills and experience
Ongoing training and clear pathways to leadership

Work on major regional civil infrastructure projects
Competitive pay based on skills and experience
Ongoing training and clear pathways to leadership

ALH is hiring skilled Civil Labourers, lead hands/foremen, and machinery operators for civil projects across the Manawatu/Horowhenua region.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Bulldozer Operator

at Southern Cross Horticulture

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Contractor position with a reliable business
High standards, High rewards - you will work hard but earn well
Be part of a team who are pushing in the right direction

Contractor position with a reliable business
High standards, High rewards - you will work hard but earn well
Be part of a team who are pushing in the right direction

Join the SCH team as a contractor, where we will ensure you have solid hours and a positive working environment, earning a competitive hourly rate.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Heavy Machinery Operator

at AWF

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill, Southland

$28 - $40 p.h.

Weekly pay
on-going consistent work
Opportunity for full-time position for the right candidate

Weekly pay
on-going consistent work
Opportunity for full-time position for the right candidate

Experienced Heavy Machine Operator required for Southland civil projects, operating WTR machinery and Class 2-5 trucks with a strong safety focus.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed six days ago

Civil Operators

at CanRecruit

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$25-$30

3-4 month civil project in Bromley with immediate start
Competitive payrate
Opportunity to gain experience on a large-scale civil project

3-4 month civil project in Bromley with immediate start
Competitive payrate
Opportunity to gain experience on a large-scale civil project

Experienced operators wanted for 3-4 month civil project in Christchurch. Long hours, great rates, immediate start. WTR required.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed ten days ago

Digger Operator

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei, Northland

NZD 32 - 38 per hour, Weekly Pay

Weekly Pay
Kiwisaver + Holiday Pay
Immediate start available

Weekly Pay
Kiwisaver + Holiday Pay
Immediate start available

Digger Operators needed for civil project near Whangarei!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Excavator Operator

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ruakaka, Northland

NZD 35 per hour

$35 an hour
PPE Supplied
Exciting project

$35 an hour
PPE Supplied
Exciting project

Excavator Operators needed in Ruakaka for immediate start on an exciting project, $35/hr weekly pay.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Excavator Operator

at Heights Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown, Otago

Contract rates $43-$50 ph (Depending on experience

Contribute to key local private and public infrastructure
3-6 month or ongoing contracts available
Potential full time opportunities if desired

Contribute to key local private and public infrastructure
3-6 month or ongoing contracts available
Potential full time opportunities if desired

Chomping at the bit to sink your teeth into some of Central Otago's key Infrastructure projects, we're on the hunt for skilled contract operators.

Recruited byLuke Petrie

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Next Step in Civil Construction

at Tech 5 Recruitment - Nelson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson, Tasman

NZD 24 - 40 per hour, Next Step

You can literally see the results of your work
Variety in work environments and projects; enjoy the outdoors!
Supportive team behind you and PPE provided free of charge

You can literally see the results of your work
Variety in work environments and projects; enjoy the outdoors!
Supportive team behind you and PPE provided free of charge

We are here to help you with your next step in civil construction!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed ten days ago

Civil Skilled Labourer

at Drake New Zealand - Auckland South

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$27-$30

Full time hours, immediate start
Full training provided
Growth and career development opportunities

Full time hours, immediate start
Full training provided
Growth and career development opportunities

Join our civil crew as a skilled labourer. Steady full-time work, great team, competitive pay, and chances to upskill on Auckland projects.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed nine days ago

Dump Truck Operator

at OneStaff Hamilton

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waikato

Well-Maintained Gear & Strong Safety Culture
Immediate start available
Competitive Pay & Supportive Team Environment

Well-Maintained Gear & Strong Safety Culture
Immediate start available
Competitive Pay & Supportive Team Environment

We are seeking experienced and safety-focused Dump Truck Operators to join our clients operations team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Excavator Operator

at Tradestaff

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

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Live local, work local
Hutt Valley
Excellent hourly rates on weekly wages

Live local, work local
Hutt Valley
Excellent hourly rates on weekly wages

Be part of one of the Hutt Valleys biggest projects - starting immediately!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

23d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Skid Steer Operator - Solar Farm

at Hays | Trades & Labour

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rangitaiki, Waikato

Start date 10th of April - 9-month project
$36.00 per hour
Opportunity to assist with the establishment of a large solar farm

Start date 10th of April - 9-month project
$36.00 per hour
Opportunity to assist with the establishment of a large solar farm

Ready to take part in a major solar project? Apply today!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

25d ago

Listed two days ago

Class 4 Drivers

at ALH Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

Weekly Pay

Consistent hours across active civil projects
Competitive Pay + Weekly Wages
Collaborate with skilled crews across active civil sites

Consistent hours across active civil projects
Competitive Pay + Weekly Wages
Collaborate with skilled crews across active civil sites

We're looking for skilled Class 4 drivers ready to hit the ground running!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Digger Operator - Civil Work

at Trade Assist

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Monday - Friday work
$28 - $35 per hour depending on experience
Temp to perm opportunities for the right operator

Monday - Friday work
$28 - $35 per hour depending on experience
Temp to perm opportunities for the right operator

We're after experienced digger operators for civil projects across Christchurch. Good crews, solid hours, and the possibility of ongoing work.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Tower Crane Operator

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dunedin Central, Otago

$32 – $40 per hour

Join a supportive NZ family business
Fixed-term position from June 2026 to October 2028
Work alongside industry professionals

Join a supportive NZ family business
Fixed-term position from June 2026 to October 2028
Work alongside industry professionals

Be part of something big in Dunedin! Tower Crane Operators wanted for a major long-term project with steady hours and OT.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Excavator Operator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei, Northland

$30 - $36 p.h.

Multiple digger operator roles across Whangarei & wider Northland
Civil, earthworks and services work on active sites
Short-term and long-term opportunities available

Multiple digger operator roles across Whangarei & wider Northland
Civil, earthworks and services work on active sites
Short-term and long-term opportunities available

Experienced digger operators needed for civil, earthworks and services projects across Whangarei, with short- and long-term roles available.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Civil Construction Opportunities

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canterbury

NZD 28 per hour

Competitive hourly rates with consistent hours
Ongoing training, upskilling, and development opportunities
Potential for permanent positions with leading civil contractors

Competitive hourly rates with consistent hours
Ongoing training, upskilling, and development opportunities
Potential for permanent positions with leading civil contractors

Multiple civil roles available in Christchurch. Great projects, strong career progression, and ongoing training with leading contractors.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Digger Operator

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waikato

NZD 32 - 37 per hour

Experienced drainage digger operator with WTR endorsements
Confident in trenching, pipe laying, and working to levels
Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work unsupervised

Experienced drainage digger operator with WTR endorsements
Confident in trenching, pipe laying, and working to levels
Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work unsupervised

Experienced drainage digger operator needed for civil works. Ongoing role, great team, competitive pay. Apply now!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Class 4 Driver /Operator Civil Construction

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Must have NZ Class 4 driver’s license
Experience operating a range of heavy equipment
Positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in

Must have NZ Class 4 driver’s license
Experience operating a range of heavy equipment
Positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in

Class 4 Driver /Operator Civil Construction

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed three days ago

Asphalter

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waikato

NZD 28 - 30 per hour

Experienced asphalt labourer with sealing crew and roller operation experience
WTR endorsement and full Class 1 licence required
Hamilton-based role with ongoing work and weekly pay

Experienced asphalt labourer with sealing crew and roller operation experience
WTR endorsement and full Class 1 licence required
Hamilton-based role with ongoing work and weekly pay

Experienced Asphalt Labourer needed in Hamilton. WTR required, sealing crew and roller experience required Ongoing work with weekly pay.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Civil Drainlayer

at Franklin Smith

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Installing reinforced concrete pipes (RCP)
Constructing and installing precast concrete manholes

Installing reinforced concrete pipes (RCP)
Constructing and installing precast concrete manholes

Civil Drainlayer with a strong background in large diameter concrete pipe installation and precast manhole construction.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Class 4 Driver

at Franklin Smith

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waikato

Must be able to driver Road Ranger gearbox
Must have 2 yrs Civil Construction experience
Reliable, punctual, and able to work well in a team

Must be able to driver Road Ranger gearbox
Must have 2 yrs Civil Construction experience
Reliable, punctual, and able to work well in a team

Driving a range of Class 4/5 Trucks in Civil Construction.- Road Ranger essential

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Junior Cabinet Maker / Joinery Assistant

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Avondale, Auckland

Annual leave, PPE provided

Established company, great work and team culture
Guaranteed work for the next 6 weeks
PPE Provided

Established company, great work and team culture
Guaranteed work for the next 6 weeks
PPE Provided

Junior joinery assistant in Avondale. Cabinet assembly, hand and power tools, site installs. Eager learners welcome. Drug, alcohol & police checks.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Civil Drainlayer

at Franklin Smith

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waikato

Installing reinforced concrete pipes (RCP)
Constructing and installing precast concrete manholes

Installing reinforced concrete pipes (RCP)
Constructing and installing precast concrete manholes

Experienced Civil Drainlayer with a strong background in large diameter concrete pipe installation and precast manhole construction

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Civil Drainage Operator

at Franklin Smith

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blenheim, Marlborough

NZD 30 - 35 per hour

While we’re ideally looking for a drainage specialist, if you have the WTR tickets and a "can-do" Marlborough attitude, let's talk!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

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