Excavator 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)

Featured

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GPS Heavy Machinery Operator (AKL)

at HEB Construction Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Top-Tier Tech & Less Rework
Consistent Hours & Career Growth
Stable Sites & Great Culture

Top-Tier Tech & Less Rework
Consistent Hours & Career Growth
Stable Sites & Great Culture

We're looking for an experienced GPS machinery operator for earthworks and roading projects across Auckland

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

Featured•Expiring

Listed nineteen 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)

19d ago

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

Listed forty two minutes ago

Machine Operators

at Tech 5 Recruitment Christchurch

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

NZD 28 - 32 per hour

Fully supplied PPE
Competitive Pay + 8% Holiday Pay
Positive team culture

Fully supplied PPE
Competitive Pay + 8% Holiday Pay
Positive team culture

Construction Machine Operators - Christchurch We are currently seeking skilled Construction Machine Operators. We have opportunities available for

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

42m ago

Listed sixteen 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)

16d ago

Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed twenty 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)

20d ago

Listed twenty three 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)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Excavator Operators

at Unite Recruit Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$30.00 to $36.00 per hour

$30.00 to $36.00 per hour
Ongoing work + Pays weekly
Minimum 3 years experience required

$30.00 to $36.00 per hour
Ongoing work + Pays weekly
Minimum 3 years experience required

Hiring EXPERIENCE EXCAVATOR OPERATORS for the Auckland Region. Apply today!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty five days ago

GPS Heavy Machinery Operator (AKL)

at HEB Construction Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Top-Tier Tech & Less Rework
Consistent Hours & Career Growth
Stable Sites & Great Culture

Top-Tier Tech & Less Rework
Consistent Hours & Career Growth
Stable Sites & Great Culture

We're looking for an experienced GPS machinery operator for earthworks and roading projects across Auckland

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Civil & Earthworks Machine Operators

at Extrastaff

This is a Full time job

Rodney & North Shore, Auckland

$28 – $35 per hour

$28–$35/hr + Weekly Pay
Ongoing Work Across Auckland's Top Civil Projects
Temp-to-Perm Opportunities for the Right Candidates

$28–$35/hr + Weekly Pay
Ongoing Work Across Auckland's Top Civil Projects
Temp-to-Perm Opportunities for the Right Candidates

We’re on the lookout for experienced Earthworks Operators to join established civil crews across Auckland.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed twenty three 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)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Loader Driver Palmerston North

at Higgins Concrete Limited

This is a Full time job

Whakarongo, Manawatu

Privately owned family business
Excellent safety record
Medical Insurance for you and your family - conditions apply

Privately owned family business
Excellent safety record
Medical Insurance for you and your family - conditions apply

Join the Higgins Concrete Team!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

5d ago

Listed six days ago

Digger Operator

at Big Mals Ltd

This is a Full time job

Whenuapai, Auckland

$32 – $38 p/hour, dependant on experience & skills

Large variety of work
Well-maintained machinery and equipment
Based in Whenuapai

Large variety of work
Well-maintained machinery and equipment
Based in Whenuapai

We are seeking an experienced Digger Operator to join our crew!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed five days ago

Excavator Operator

at Roading and Building Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Otago

Excellent rate of pay
Fantastic team culture
Opportunity for growth and career advancement

Excellent rate of pay
Fantastic team culture
Opportunity for growth and career advancement

Excellent opportunity to showcase your Excavator Operator skills on a variety of projects!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

Listed nineteen 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)

19d ago

Listed eighteen 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)

18d ago

Listed four days ago

Machine Operator

at Remarkable People Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$28 ~ $32ph + KiwiSaver + Holiday Pay

Long-term Opportunity | Progression Opportunities | Training Provided
Immediate Start | PPE Provided | Great Working Environment
KiwiSaver + EAP Services + Competitive Rates

Long-term Opportunity | Progression Opportunities | Training Provided
Immediate Start | PPE Provided | Great Working Environment
KiwiSaver + EAP Services + Competitive Rates

We seek an Experienced Machine Operator required for an immediate start based in the Manawatu region.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

4d ago

Listed twenty three 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)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen days ago

Civil Machine Operators

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Competitive Hourly Rates (Based on Experience)
Paid Weekly
Ongoing Civil & Roading Projects

Competitive Hourly Rates (Based on Experience)
Paid Weekly
Ongoing Civil & Roading Projects

We're looking for reliable WTR-endorsed operators to join our growing civil team for an immediate start.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed nine days ago

Excavator Operators

at Unite Recruit Limited

This is a Full time job

Bay of Plenty

$30.00 to $36.00 per hour

$30.00 to $36.00 per hour
Ongoing work + Pays weekly
Minimum 3 years experience required

$30.00 to $36.00 per hour
Ongoing work + Pays weekly
Minimum 3 years experience required

Hiring EXPERIENCE EXCAVATOR OPERATORS for the Bay of Plenty. Apply today!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Excavator Operators

at Unite Recruit Limited

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$30.00 to $36.00 per hour

$30.00 to $36.00 per hour
Ongoing work + Pays weekly
Minimum 3 years experience required

$30.00 to $36.00 per hour
Ongoing work + Pays weekly
Minimum 3 years experience required

Hiring EXPERIENCE EXCAVATOR OPERATORS for the Wellington Region. Apply today!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Civil Machine Operators

at Unite Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo, Waikato

$30 to $38 per hour + 8% holiday pay

$30 to $38 per hour + 8% holiday pay
Pays weekly
Long-term project & Ongoing work

$30 to $38 per hour + 8% holiday pay
Pays weekly
Long-term project & Ongoing work

Expression of Interest. Unite Recruit is on the hunt for CIVIL MACHINE OPERATORS to work on a up-coming project in the Taupo area. Apply today!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Excavator Operator

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Confidence operating excavators and other civil machinery
Stable, full-time employment
Join a Growing Team in Residential Groundworks

Confidence operating excavators and other civil machinery
Stable, full-time employment
Join a Growing Team in Residential Groundworks

Dig & Dump Ltd are looking for an experienced and motivated Excavator Operator to join our close-knit team in Christchurch

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Machine Operator

at Spectrum Drainage & Contracting Limited

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)

19d ago

Listed sixteen 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)

16d ago

106 excavator loader operator jobs in New Zealand

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Quarry Operator

GPS Heavy Machinery Operator (AKL)

Operator - Loader / Exacavator

Quarry Operator

Machine Operators

Skilled Excavator Operators for immediate start!

Quarry Operator

Loader Operator - Portables

Digger Operators

Machine Operator

Digger Operator

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

Digger & Bulldozer Operator

Excavator Operators

GPS Heavy Machinery Operator (AKL)

Civil & Earthworks Machine Operators

Excavator Operators

Loader Driver Palmerston North

Digger Operator

Excavator Operator

Roller Operator

Excavator Operator

Excavator Operator

Machine Operator

Digger Operator

Civil Machine Operators

Excavator Operators

Excavator Operators

Civil Machine Operators

Excavator Operator

Machine Operator

Heavy Machine Operator

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