Excavator Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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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)

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Drainage / Excavator Operator (Christchurch)

at HEB Construction Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hornby, Canterbury

base tools of trade insurances and heaps more

Create parts of key infrastructure projects in Canterbury
Great team environment with good learning opportunities
Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits package

Create parts of key infrastructure projects in Canterbury
Great team environment with good learning opportunities
Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits package

Are you to the go-to person when it comes to deep trenching, trench-shields, and excavation? HEB Canterbury are looking for a drainage Foreperson

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Listed two 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)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Experienced Excavator Operator – GPS & Final Trim Experience

at DRIVE Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Paraparaumu, Wellington

$35 – $45 per hour

Local Family business
On-going growth
Local work

Local Family business
On-going growth
Local work

An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Excavator Operator to join a well-established and respected civil and earthworks contractor.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Lead Excavator Operator (Civil Construction)

at Livic Civil Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$35 – $45 per hour

We believe in the order of Quality First, then Safety, then Fun. Yes Work = Fun.

We believe in the order of Quality First, then Safety, then Fun. Yes Work = Fun.

Lead Excavator Operator - Foreman (Civil Construction)

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed sixteen days ago

Excavator Operators

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waikato

NZD 38 - 40 per hour, On going work

Competitive pay
on going work opportunity
Variety of work and opportunities to expand your skills

Competitive pay
on going work opportunity
Variety of work and opportunities to expand your skills

Operate GPS-equipped excavators on infrastructure works at the Waihi mining site with weekly pay and long-term opportunities.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

16d ago

Listed ten days ago

Excavator / Digger operator

at NZ Labour Hire Group

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Beachlands, Auckland

$28 – $32 per hour

Weekly Pay
Ongoing Support
Ongoing Roles

Weekly Pay
Ongoing Support
Ongoing Roles

Excavator / Digger operator required by a well-known company can lead to full time employment for the right candidate

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed four days ago

Excavator Operator

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Family culture with excellent rewards and recognition
Late model machines in great condition
Excellent career opportunity with Ross Reid Contractors Ltd

Family culture with excellent rewards and recognition
Late model machines in great condition
Excellent career opportunity with Ross Reid Contractors Ltd

Ross Reid Contractors are currently looking for experienced Excavator Operator to join our Auckland and Queenstown based teams.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Excavator Operator

at NZ Labour Hire Group

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Manukau, Auckland

$28 – $36 per hour

Full Time work 6 days a week + Potential to go full time with client
Weekly Pay + Competitive salary + Opportunity to Grow
Work within a great Team + Work alongside Leading Manager

Full Time work 6 days a week + Potential to go full time with client
Weekly Pay + Competitive salary + Opportunity to Grow
Work within a great Team + Work alongside Leading Manager

Flexible casual work on major construction projects. Competitive rates & career development opportunities await.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Excavator Operators

at Kirimana

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$30-32

Long-term, stable opportunities
Operate modern machinery on a variety of civil projects
Competitive pay, paid weekly

Long-term, stable opportunities
Operate modern machinery on a variety of civil projects
Competitive pay, paid weekly

Experienced operators needed for ongoing work. Work on a range of civil projects across New Zealand

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Digger Operator

at 323 Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

NZD 30 - 38 per hour + work vehicle

Strong hourly rates + work vehicle
Varied civil projects across drainage and earthworks
Good crew culture where everyone chips in

Strong hourly rates + work vehicle
Varied civil projects across drainage and earthworks
Good crew culture where everyone chips in

Experienced excavator operator needed for civil drainage and earthworks projects. Varied work, solid crew, strong hourly rates.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

Listed nine days ago

Excavator Operator

at Advanced Personnel Services Ltd

This is a Full time job

Otago

$30 – $40 per hour

Potential for big hours and long-term work across the region
An opportunity to work for a people-first company that genuinely values its team
A chance to continue building your skills & experience within the civil industry

Potential for big hours and long-term work across the region
An opportunity to work for a people-first company that genuinely values its team
A chance to continue building your skills & experience within the civil industry

Are you an experienced excavator operator OR someone that has a great attitude, your W,T,R endorsements, and keen to get some time in the seat?

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Leading Hand / Excavator Drill Operator

at Stanaway Marine Services Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$35 – $45 per hour

Must have experience in operating 1.8 - 16T machines - retaining wall construction, timber piling.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Excavator Operator - Civil

at Turbo Staff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$30 - $40 p.w. + 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

Skilled Excavator Operator with civil experience in trenching, digging, and backfilling? If you're looking for a new opportunity, reach out now.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Excavator Operators

at Roading and Building Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Cashmere, Canterbury

Temp to Perm roles
Contracts confirmed past 2027
$30-34p/h Starting Rate

Temp to Perm roles
Contracts confirmed past 2027
$30-34p/h Starting Rate

Experienced Operators needed for multiple sites, Drainage works, Subdivision and Bulk Digout works across Christchurch. $30-34+ p/h

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed five days ago

Machine Operator

at Spectrum Drainage & Contracting Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

Machine Operator for excavation, drainage, and civil works projects in Queenstown.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Excavator Operator - Site, Foundation & Slab Prep

at Wrightway Construction

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$33 per hour

Experienced digger operator wanted for Christchurch residential foundation excavation.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed six days ago

Excavator Operator

at OneStaff Invercargill

This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Competitive Weekly Pay

Immediate Start for the right person with upskilling opportunity's available

Immediate Start for the right person with upskilling opportunity's available

With a number of major projects coming on line we have opportunities for experienced excavator operators across our clients civil and drainage sector

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed two days ago

Digger Operator

at The Labour Supply Co

This is a Full time job

Auckland

NZD 30 - 35 per hour

Consistent ongoing work with reputable civil
Modern machinery
Well-organised sites

Consistent ongoing work with reputable civil
Modern machinery
Well-organised sites

We’re looking for an experienced Digger Operator who has proven experience. If you're confident on civil sites, can trim accurately, work

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed six days ago

GPS Excavator operator

at Adecco New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Negotiable rates
Project confirmed until 2032
Overtime opportunities

Negotiable rates
Project confirmed until 2032
Overtime opportunities

Operator

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

Experienced excavator operator

at NZ Labour Hire Group

This is a Full time job

Te Rapa, Waikato

$32 – $40 per hour

Competitive hourly rates
Immediate Start
Supportive , inclusive and diverse workplace culture

Competitive hourly rates
Immediate Start
Supportive , inclusive and diverse workplace culture

Skilled excavator operator needed. Competitive pay, career growth, and strong safety culture in Te Rapa.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Drainlayers / Civil Operators / Water Tech's / Concreter's & kerbys / STMS's

at Apex Civil Ltd

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$25 – $50 per hour

Experienced civil workers wanted for Bay of Plenty projects. Great pay, career growth, training, and strong team culture.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed twelve days ago

GPS Excavator Operator – Final Trim

at MS Civil Construction Limited

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

We have several opportunities available for experienced Excavator Operators to join our growing civil construction team

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed three days ago

Foreman / Drainlayers / Operators / Drivers

at Cargill Contracting Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Seeking experienced Foremen, Drainlayers, and Operators to work on roading, earthworks, and drainage projects.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Excavator operator

at Kalis Landscape Services Ltd

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $31 per hour

Flexible casual work on diverse projects. Competitive pay, professional development, and great work-life balance.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed twenty four days ago

Civil Excavator Operator – Drainage & Water Infrastructure in Waihi

at Success Group Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waihi, Waikato

$27 – $35 per hour

Ongoing work
Competitive rates
Immediate Start

Ongoing work
Competitive rates
Immediate Start

Great opportunity to join a reputable civil construction company with long-term work available for the right person

Recruited byMereana Taorei

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Excavator Operator & Tip Truck Driver

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Excavator Operator - 13 Ton GPS Machine
Tip Truck Driver - Class 4 / Class 5
Family owned business

Excavator Operator - 13 Ton GPS Machine
Tip Truck Driver - Class 4 / Class 5
Family owned business

Due to continued growth, McEwan Haulage are looking for motivated and reliable people to join our team based in Dunedin.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

12d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

EXCAVATOR & MULTI-SKILLED MACHINERY OPERATOR

at Franklin Smith

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)

18d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Excavator Operator

at Adecco New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Negotiable rates

Negotiable rates
Overtime opportunities
Project confirmed until 2032

Negotiable rates
Overtime opportunities
Project confirmed until 2032

operator

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

20d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Civil Operators - Digger Operators / Excavator Operators

at Private Advertiser

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Orewa, Auckland

$32 – $45 per hour

Digger Operators
Good rates for the right skills
A solid crew with good work environment

Digger Operators
Good rates for the right skills
A solid crew with good work environment

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: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

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