Crane Operator Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jul 2026

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Shutdown Riggers

Immediate start

This is a Casual/Vacation job

$62.93 – $75.51 ph (dependent on ticket & shift) (AUD)

Competitive rates & weekly pay cycle
Opportunities to transition into full-time when available
Flights, accommodation provided

With a busy pipeline of upcoming work, Mammoet is seeking experienced Riggers to join our Shutdown Crew and support ongoing shutdown operations.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

Featured

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Structural Steel Riggers

at Urban Crane Hire

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

$45 – $55 per hour

Great Pay
Kiwi Boss
High end machinery

Looking for a change of scenery? Join Urban Crane Hire in Australia! We're seeking experienced Structural Steel Riggers.

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

Featured

Listed six days ago

Crane Operator

at Total Marine Services Limited

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$35 – $45 per hour

Work as part of a skilled marine crew, undertake lifting operations, assist with pile installation, load and unload materials and equipment.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Mobile Crane Operator

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

Join an award-winning crew
Over Time Rates
Strong team culture with modern tools and equipment

Take the next step in your crane career with varied work, modern equipment, and a supportive team behind you.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Crane Operator - Crawler

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Full time job

Picton, Marlborough

Join a supportive NZ family business
Over Time Rates
Opportunity to grow your career and industry knowledge

Lift your career with Smith Crane! 12-month Picton project, crawler crane work, great team, overtime and competitive pay.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

23d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Crane Operator (Crawler)

at Fulton Hogan

This is a Full time job

Belfast, Canterbury

+ Penal Allowances, Kiwisaver + Life Insurance.

Good Career, Good Work, Good Life, Good Perks
Calling crane operators based in either Wellington or Christchurch - Apply Now
Be apart of some epic projects with Fulton Hogan

We're especially keen to hear from people with strong crawler crane experience. If you also bring mobile crane or piling experience, Apply now!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Crane Operator – Franna

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Full time job

Harewood, Canterbury

Join a supportive NZ family business
Over Time Rates
Opportunity to grow your career and industry knowledge

Launch your crane career! We're hiring a Franna Crane Operator in Christchurch, work in a supportive team with overtime rates available!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

20d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Mobile Crane Operator

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Join an award-winning crew
Big lifts, big projects, real hands-on experience
Opportunity to grow your career and industry knowledge

From construction to infrastructure, no two days are the same. Join our Mobile Crane team and make every lift count.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Structural Steel Riggers

at Urban Crane Hire

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

$45 – $55 per hour

Great Pay
Kiwi Boss
High end machinery

Looking for a change of scenery? Join Urban Crane Hire in Australia! We're seeking experienced Structural Steel Riggers.

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

16d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Dogman/Rigger

at Tas Marine Construction Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gulf Harbour, Auckland

$35 – $40 per hour

Be a part of the Gulf Harbour Marina Refurb. Competitive salary, career growth, overtime and benefits.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

21d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Tower Crane Operator

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

Work alongside NZ’s largest crane fleet
Overtime rates
Strong team culture with modern tools and equipment

Join our team as a Tower Crane Operator and work on exciting projects with one of New Zealand's leading crane companies.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Mobile Crane Operator

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Full time job

Otaki, Wellington

Ongoing training and support for upskilling and certifications
Over Time Rates
Work alongside industry professionals

Ready for your next lift? Join Smith Crane in Wellington operating mobile cranes on iconic NZ projects.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

Tower Crane Operator

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Join an award-winning crew
Overtime rates
Strong team culture with modern tools and equipment

Operate tower cranes on a landmark Dunedin project. Fixed-term role, overtime, supportive team, and competitive pay.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Crawler Crane Operator

at Smith Crane and Construction

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

Work alongside NZ’s largest crane fleet
Overtime rates
Strong team culture with modern tools and equipment

Be part of a major Blenheim project! We're seeking an experienced Crawler Crane Operator for a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Crane Operator - Tower

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Full time job

Harewood, Canterbury

Join a supportive NZ family business
Over Time Rates
Work alongside industry professionals

Tower Crane Operator wanted in Christchurch! Join a trusted NZ industry leader with overtime, great culture, and stable work.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed five days ago

Shutdown Riggers

at Mammoet Australia

Immediate start

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$62.93 – $75.51 ph (dependent on ticket & shift) (AUD)

Competitive rates & weekly pay cycle
Opportunities to transition into full-time when available
Flights, accommodation provided

With a busy pipeline of upcoming work, Mammoet is seeking experienced Riggers to join our Shutdown Crew and support ongoing shutdown operations.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

Class 5 Truck Driver – Palfinger Crane Operator

at McKenzie Civil Contracting LTD

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Make a real impact in a growing transport and civil construction business.

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Crawler Crane Operator

at Smith Crane and Construction

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Ongoing training and support for upskilling and certifications
Over Time Rates
Strong team culture with modern tools and equipment

Take your crane career to new heights with Southland's biggest lifts. Join our Invercargill team and work on exciting projects across New Zealand.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Crawler Crane Operator

at Smith Crane and Construction

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Harewood, Canterbury

Ongoing training and support for upskilling and certifications
Big lifts, big projects, real hands-on experience
Over Time Rates

Skilled Crawler Crane Operator wanted! Work on major projects with a trusted NZ company offering stability and career progression.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Crane Operator

at Express Employment Professionals Penrose NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

$26 - $28 p.h.

Pay Rate: $26 - $28 per hour
Shift: Night Shift Only
Manufacturing, production, or warehouse experience preferred

Full-time night shift with ongoing work, permanent opportunities, immediate start, supportive team and a well-established NZ manufacturer.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Installer & Warehouse Storeperson

at Celebrations Group Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland

$25 – $30 per hour

Come and experience what the world of exhibitions and seasonal displays is like. Not everyone can say they install giant Christmas Trees for a job!

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Truck Driver / Small Crane Operator

at Red Steel Limited

This is a Full time job

Pandora, Hawkes Bay

See more about Red Steel at www.redsteel.co.nz

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

23d ago

Listed ten days ago

Sports Field Construction Worker - Full-time

at TIC Contracting Ltd

This is a Full time job

Pukekohe, Auckland

Drainage installation
Sports Field Construction

Build quality sports fields & advance your construction career. Stable full-time role with competitive pay & professional development.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Rigger Dogman

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

Join a supportive NZ family business
Queenstown location
Over Time Rates

Hook into a career with Smith Crane! Rigger Dogman wanted in Queenstown. Overtime, training, big lifts and a great team await.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Structural and Strengthening steel Site Installer

at Welding and Engineering Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$32 – $48 per hour (Depending on Experience)

Hands-on structural steel role with growing company. Competitive pay, training opportunities, safe workplace culture.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Rigger/Dogman

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Overtime rates
Big lifts, big projects, real hands-on experience
Strong team culture with modern tools and equipment

Rigger/Dogman wanted for a major Dunedin construction project. Fixed-term role, excellent pay, overtime, and a leading crane company.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Truck Driver - Class 4 HIAB

at Pole Timber and Hardware Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

$30 – $35 per hour

Are you an experienced Driver with sling & HIAB certs? Do you take pride in your work and want to work for a well established company? Apply now!

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty four days ago

HIAB Driver

at Unicom Security

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$70,000 per year

Operate HIAB trucks to deliver and install CCTV towers on construction sites. Join a growing team with hands-on work and great career opportunities.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty five days ago

Technical Rigger

at NXT GEN Services

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $40 per hour

• Opportunity to travel and work throughout New Zealand
• A supportive, team-oriented environment
• Some of the best “office views” you’ll ever have

Skilled Rigger sought for telecommunications work across NZ. Join a high-performing team delivering complex projects at height.

subClassification: TelecommunicationsTelecommunications classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago