Entry Level Mining Construction Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Entry-Level Quantity Surveyor

at Structa Limited

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Kickstart your QS career with Structa. Junior role working across diverse projects in a supportive team environment.

subClassification: EstimatingEstimating

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Excavator Operator

at Resourceco Limited

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

$28 – $36 per hour

Grow your skills as an Excavator Operator. Supportive team, ongoing training, and great benefits at Resourceco.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Listed twenty days ago

Drillers Assistant/ Trainee Driller

at Griffiths Construction

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$60,000 – $80,000 per year

Great team environment and company culture
Long standing industry leading company
Focused on growth for our employees

Great team environment and company culture
Long standing industry leading company
Focused on growth for our employees

Grow your skills as a Driller's Assistant with a leading NZ Drilling company. Excellent career development opportunities.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed four days ago

Entry-Level Quantity Surveyor

at Structa Limited

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Kickstart your QS career with Structa. Junior role working across diverse projects in a supportive team environment.

subClassification: EstimatingEstimating

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

Hydro Operator (No Experience Required) & Truck Diver

at StrongVAC

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

We are based in Auckland. We boast a fantastic work environment with a friendly and supportive team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Excavator Operator

at Resourceco Limited

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

$28 – $36 per hour

Grow your skills as an Excavator Operator. Supportive team, ongoing training, and great benefits at Resourceco.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed two days ago

Plant and Machinery Operator

at Scope Resources Ltd

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

$38 – $42 per hour

Competitive remuneration and benefits package
Interesting job with different challenges every day
Ongoing training and development

Competitive remuneration and benefits package
Interesting job with different challenges every day
Ongoing training and development

An opportunity for a self-starter to join our team as a Plant and Machinery Operator. Applications close on 20 April 2026

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Earthmoving Roles Available - Timaru

at Paul Smith Earthmoving 2002 Limited

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Excellent company culture
Competitive pay and stablity
Career development and training

Excellent company culture
Competitive pay and stablity
Career development and training

Join a team shaping the future. At Paul Smith Earthmoving, you’ll work on landmark projects - from major subdivisions to large-scale infrastructure

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Land Development Information Advisor

at Tauranga City Council

Expiring soon

This is a Part time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Total Annual Remuneration $84,000 - $90,000

20hrs/week (ideally Tues-Thurs) with hybrid working options
Manage bonds, service connections and the as-built approval process
5 weeks' leave + personal & professional development opportunities

20hrs/week (ideally Tues-Thurs) with hybrid working options
Manage bonds, service connections and the as-built approval process
5 weeks' leave + personal & professional development opportunities

Love variety and problem-solving? Join our team 20hrs/week and be the friendly, organised link between customers and operations

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed nine days ago

Driver/Digger Operator

at Shelter Homes ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$30 – $35 per hour

Come Join the Best Construction Company In Auckland. We are in Business from 2004

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Hydro Truck / Vacuum Loader Operator

at Drain Doctor 2022 LTD

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$30 – $40 per hour

Competitive Salary
Full-time, permanent role
Modern hydro excavation & vacuum equipment

Competitive Salary
Full-time, permanent role
Modern hydro excavation & vacuum equipment

Operate hydro excavation & vacuum trucks in Wellington, supporting stormwater, drainage, civil works, hydro excavation & vacuum loading projects.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Join our team - Earthmoving roles available

at Paul Smith Earthmoving 2002 Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work on landmark projects
Competitive pay and stablity
Career development and training

Work on landmark projects
Competitive pay and stablity
Career development and training

Join a team shaping the future. At Paul Smith Earthmoving, you’ll work on landmark projects - from major subdivisions to large-scale infrastructure

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed six days ago

Feed Mill Operator

at Adecco New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Waikouaiti, Otago

Feedmill operator needed

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Earthmoving Plant Operator

at Ground Anchor Systems

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

$35 – $45 per hour

Competitive Pay
Interesting work
Join a Great & Positive Team!

Competitive Pay
Interesting work
Join a Great & Positive Team!

Ground Anchor Systems New Zealand is a leading company in the drilling and anchoring industry. We are currently seeking an Earthmoving Plant Operator.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

22h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Trainee General Machine Operator

at Fulton Hogan

This is a Full time job

Gisborne, Gisborne

Competitive Hourly Rate + Time&Half Paid Overtime

Competitive Hourly Rate + Time & Half Paid Overtime
Life Insurance + Fuel Card Discount + Retailer Discounts
Ongoing Training + Development Opportunities

Competitive Hourly Rate + Time & Half Paid Overtime
Life Insurance + Fuel Card Discount + Retailer Discounts
Ongoing Training + Development Opportunities

Great first step role into road / civil construction - a hands‑on, outdoor role where you'll be on the road with a tight‑knit crew!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Civil Drivers and Operators required

at Power Jointing (2018) Limited

This is a Full time job

Belfast, Canterbury

$27 – $30 per hour

Civil Operators/Drivers Required!
Training and Development for Growth in your Career!
Family First company that has an amazing work culture!

Civil Operators/Drivers Required!
Training and Development for Growth in your Career!
Family First company that has an amazing work culture!

Civil Operators required! Training and development, Tiriti-Led business with genuine care for its staff, Great social events and guaranteed Hours!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Quarry Plant Operator - Christchurch

at Isaac Construction Limited

This is a Full time job

Harewood, Canterbury

Competitive hourly rate + medical insurance

Join a growing NZ owned and operated company
Great team environment
Full forward workload

Join a growing NZ owned and operated company
Great team environment
Full forward workload

Join our Christchurch quarry team as a Plant Operator — safety‑focused, hands‑on work keeping us on target. Competitive pay, great team. Apply today!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Excavator Operator

at Stellar Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Port Whangarei, Northland

$30 - $36 per hour + 8% holiday pay

Civil construction earthworks and drainage projects
$30 to $36 per hour depending on experience
Due to start soon with long term pipeline

Civil construction earthworks and drainage projects
$30 to $36 per hour depending on experience
Due to start soon with long term pipeline

Skilled Civil Excavator Operator wanted for quality earthworks and excavation projects. Strong rates, good crew, solid pipeline of work.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Vacuum Truck Operator - Stormwater Technician

at Dutton Stormwater Maintenance Ltd

This is a Full time job

Pukekohe, Auckland

$90,000 – $96,000 per year

Class 4 licence and physically fit? We are looking for Vacuum Truck Operator – Stormwater Technician to join our team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed one hour ago

Civil Operators Wanted – Digger Operators (Drainage)

at Hirestaff Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $40 per hour

Competitive hourly rates – paid weekly
Supportive crew with good site culture
Immediate start

Competitive hourly rates – paid weekly
Supportive crew with good site culture
Immediate start

We’re looking for experienced Civil Digger Operators to join busy drainage and civil projects across Christchurch.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1h ago

Listed eleven days ago

CCTV Operator, Pipeline Inspections

at Mainland Pipeline Inspections Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

This position is full time and can lead to a great career in a progressive industry.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed four hours ago

Plant Operator

at Fulton Hogan

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Highly Competitive Remuneration Package
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Fantastic benefits including fuel discounts

Highly Competitive Remuneration Package
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Fantastic benefits including fuel discounts

Are you an experience Plant Operator looking for a change? Check out what we have to offer at Fulton Hogan!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4h ago

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