Entry Level Front End Loader Operator Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

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Quarry Operator

This is a Full time job

Be part of a close-knit crew, you’ll operate a range of heavy machinery and equipment, ensure health and safety standards are met.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

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Christchurch Up to $45 per hour - Labourer Drivers Skilled Operators

at Bodman Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $45 per hour

Big machines bigger ambitions BTB Group wants people who show up ready to work.
Not a desk insight Your office is a cab or a muddy site in the middle of nowhere

Big machines bigger ambitions BTB Group wants people who show up ready to work.
Not a desk insight Your office is a cab or a muddy site in the middle of nowhere

Christchurch Is Booming And BTB Group Needs Bodies On The Tools. Real Work, Honest Pay, Good Crew. Get On Site.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Listed two days ago

Quarry Operator

at Gleeson Quarries

This is a Full time job

Huntly, Waikato

Be part of a close-knit crew, you’ll operate a range of heavy machinery and equipment, ensure health and safety standards are met.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Christchurch Up to $45 per hour - Labourer Drivers Skilled Operators

at Bodman Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $45 per hour

Big machines bigger ambitions BTB Group wants people who show up ready to work.
Not a desk insight Your office is a cab or a muddy site in the middle of nowhere

Big machines bigger ambitions BTB Group wants people who show up ready to work.
Not a desk insight Your office is a cab or a muddy site in the middle of nowhere

Christchurch Is Booming And BTB Group Needs Bodies On The Tools. Real Work, Honest Pay, Good Crew. Get On Site.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed eleven 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)

11d ago

Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Quarry Operator

at Winstone Aggregates

This is a Full time job

Belmont, Wellington

Belmont Quarry location
Full time hours guaranteed, weekly paid
Strong focus on safety and teamwork, with opportunities to upskill

Belmont Quarry location
Full time hours guaranteed, weekly paid
Strong focus on safety and teamwork, with opportunities to upskill

Settle into 2026 with Winstone Aggregates! Join an industry leader as a Mobile Plant Quarry Operator and start fresh today!

subClassification: OtherOther

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

5d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Digger Operator

at Pro Tranz Earthmoving Limited

This is a Full time job

Kihikihi, Waikato

Be part of a landmark central government project
Progression opportunities across multiple Protranz divisions
Stable, well-planned work with proper support

Be part of a landmark central government project
Progression opportunities across multiple Protranz divisions
Stable, well-planned work with proper support

Dirt, diesel and making a difference? Boots on, sleeves up – contribute to the restoration of land with historical and community significance.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed twenty three 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)

23d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Limestone Processing Machine Operator

at Palmer Resources Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Springfield, Canterbury

$25 – $30 per hour

Competitive Hourly Rates
Modern Equipment

Competitive Hourly Rates
Modern Equipment

Machine Operator role at Springfield Lime Co

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

25d ago

Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed nine days ago

Skilled Excavator Operators for immediate start!

at Franklin Smith

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Skilled Excavator Operator with strong experience working around live services.
Strong understanding of levels, grades, and reading site plans.
Competent with trenching, battering, benching, and safe excavation practices.

Skilled Excavator Operator with strong experience working around live services.
Strong understanding of levels, grades, and reading site plans.
Competent with trenching, battering, benching, and safe excavation practices.

Skilled Civil Excavator Operator experienced in drainage, trenching, pipe installation and infrastructure projects.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed five days 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)

5d ago

Listed two days ago

Roller Operator

at HEB Construction Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Grow your career with real support and global strength behind you
Join a collaborative, people-first team that values your impact
Life & Health insurance, birthday off, and heaps more benefits!

Grow your career with real support and global strength behind you
Join a collaborative, people-first team that values your impact
Life & Health insurance, birthday off, and heaps more benefits!

We’re looking for a Roller Operator to join our Surfacing team. You will keep our roads smooth, compact, and looking sharp.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed thirteen 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)

13d ago

Listed five days ago

Digger Operator

at Friday Homes

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

We’re on the hunt for a skilled Excavator Operator to join the Friday Homes crew.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

5d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Machine Operator

at JKay Civil Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$30 – $45 per hour

Machine Operator - Class 1 Licence, Wheels, Tracks and Rollers endorsed required. Class 2 preferred. Experienced with drainage and trenching.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

27d ago

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Quarry Operator

at Stevenson

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Waikato

Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities
We provide support for our staff to gain their A & B grade quarry qualification
Life Insurance, discount fuel card + many other benefits

Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities
We provide support for our staff to gain their A & B grade quarry qualification
Life Insurance, discount fuel card + many other benefits

join us as a Quarry Operator in a safety first, team driven workplace

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

27d ago

Listed ten days ago

Operator/Labourer

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

On Job Training provided + Must be able to multi task
MUST have a Full Class 1 Drivers license minimum
Must be available to work weekends and Nights

On Job Training provided + Must be able to multi task
MUST have a Full Class 1 Drivers license minimum
Must be available to work weekends and Nights

Operating machinery with training provided. Must hold a Full NZ Class 1 licence, be tech savvy,multi task and physically fit

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

EXCAVATOR & MULTI-SKILLED MACHINERY OPERATOR

at Franklin Smith

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Bay of Plenty

Competitive Hourly Rates + 8% Holiday Pay + Kiwi Saver
Work with People that understand the industry
We back good workers and reward reliability and effort

Competitive Hourly Rates + 8% Holiday Pay + Kiwi Saver
Work with People that understand the industry
We back good workers and reward reliability and effort

We’re looking for experienced operators who understand the industry and know what it takes to get the job done right.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

25d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Dump Trump (Moxy) Operator

at Equip People Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North, Manawatu

Supportive crew and strong site culture
6 days a week (Mon - Sat) - $30 per hour
4+ months with potential to go longer

Supportive crew and strong site culture
6 days a week (Mon - Sat) - $30 per hour
4+ months with potential to go longer

Take the wheel on a major civil project in Palmerston North—secure steady work as a Dump Truck (Moxy) Operator with a strong, reliable team

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Digger & Bulldozer Operator

at ALH Limited

This is a Full time job

Bombay, Auckland

$34 - $36 p/h + Paid Weekly

$34 - $36 per hour + Weekly Pay
Bombay Location + No Traffic!
Mon - Fri | 6:30 am - 5 pm | 10-hour days | 59+ Hours a wk

$34 - $36 per hour + Weekly Pay
Bombay Location + No Traffic!
Mon - Fri | 6:30 am - 5 pm | 10-hour days | 59+ Hours a wk

4 x Excavator & Dozer Operator roles available | $34-$36 p/hr | 59+ hrs/week | Work right through WINTER with No Rain Days Off! APPLY NOW

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed two days ago

Loader Operator - Portables

at Fulton Hogan

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Work for one of NZ's largest contractors delivering high quality infrastructure
We are a family business with great people living REAL values
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals

Work for one of NZ's largest contractors delivering high quality infrastructure
We are a family business with great people living REAL values
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals

This is a hands-on role, where you'll operate a loader, alongside a portable crushing plant across Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Civil Labourers and Operators

at Tech 5 Recruitment Auckland

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Competitive

Multiple civil jobs across Auckland – labouring, concreting, machine ops
Competitive pay + work available now
Immediate starts for reliable, hands-on workers

Multiple civil jobs across Auckland – labouring, concreting, machine ops
Competitive pay + work available now
Immediate starts for reliable, hands-on workers

Civil Labourers & Operators We are currently seeking reliable and motivated Civil Labourers and Machine Operators for multiple ongoing

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

24d ago

Listed five days 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)

5d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Store Person/Loader Operator

at Bunge

This is a Full time job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Permanent full-time opportunity in a leading agribusiness
Operate loaders and support store operations in a hands-on role
Located in Mt Maunganui, New Zealand

Permanent full-time opportunity in a leading agribusiness
Operate loaders and support store operations in a hands-on role
Located in Mt Maunganui, New Zealand

Are you safety-focused and experienced in operating machinery, particularly front-end loaders? Bunge are seeking a Storeperson/ Loader Operator.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

17d ago

Listed five days 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)

5d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

WNH 10hr Day Operator

at New Zealand Steel

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Glenbrook, Auckland

Work across a diverse range of heavy mobile mining equipment
Strong safety-first culture within a supportive team environment
Great work-life balance with 4-day, 10-hour shift roster (Mon–Thurs)

Work across a diverse range of heavy mobile mining equipment
Strong safety-first culture within a supportive team environment
Great work-life balance with 4-day, 10-hour shift roster (Mon–Thurs)

Permanent Tailings Operator opportunity at Waikato North Head. Operate mobile plant and support safe, efficient mining operations.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

16d ago

Listed two days ago

Service Centre Operator - Hastings 1

at Ballance Agri-Nutrients

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hastings, Hawkes Bay

Fast-track progression for driven people with the right attitude
Enjoy peace of mind and opportunities with a stable NZ employer
Competitive Rem, Life, Income, Critical Illness, Medical Insurance

Fast-track progression for driven people with the right attitude
Enjoy peace of mind and opportunities with a stable NZ employer
Competitive Rem, Life, Income, Critical Illness, Medical Insurance

Rewarding frontline role supporting our customers, with real opportunities to grow your skills and career at Ballance.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Machine Operator

at Bound Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$30 – $35 per hour + time & a half overtime

Ongoing development and clear pathways for progression
A competitive hourly rate + overtime scheme
Consistent hours (Mon - Fri) day shifts

Ongoing development and clear pathways for progression
A competitive hourly rate + overtime scheme
Consistent hours (Mon - Fri) day shifts

Stable, long-term employment, modern equipment, safety-first environment, ongoing training and development, competitive rates + overtime.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Operator

at Asset Recruitment Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Kuiti, Waikato

Excellent Pay + Overtime

Immediate start
Great pay + overtime
Monday to Friday or Wednesday to Sunday | 4am – 4pm

Immediate start
Great pay + overtime
Monday to Friday or Wednesday to Sunday | 4am – 4pm

Multi-skilled operator role based just outside Te Kuiti/Otorohanga. Safety-first, hands-on role for motivated workers - Great pay + overtime.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

107 entry level front end loader operator jobs in New Zealand

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Quarry Operator

Christchurch Up to $45 per hour - Labourer Drivers Skilled Operators

Quarry Operator

Christchurch Up to $45 per hour - Labourer Drivers Skilled Operators

Day Shift Operator

Operator and Hydro-Technician - Multiple positions available

Quarry Operator

Digger Operator

Digger Operator / Labourer / Truck Driver

Limestone Processing Machine Operator

Operator - Loader / Exacavator

Skilled Excavator Operators for immediate start!

Digger Operators

Roller Operator

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

Digger Operator

Machine Operator

Heavy Machine Operator

Quarry Operator

Operator/Labourer

EXCAVATOR & MULTI-SKILLED MACHINERY OPERATOR

Dump Trump (Moxy) Operator

Digger & Bulldozer Operator

Loader Operator - Portables

Civil Labourers and Operators

Heavy Machine Operator

Store Person/Loader Operator

Machine Operator

WNH 10hr Day Operator

Service Centre Operator - Hastings 1

Machine Operator

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