Excavator Operator Jobs in All Canterbury, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Site Traffic Management Supervisor (STMS)

at Force1 Traffic Limited

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This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$35 – $39 per hour

Training and career growth opportunities in the traffic management industry.
Supportive team environment focused on safety, reliability, and development.
Competitive pay with consistent work opportunities.

Training and career growth opportunities in the traffic management industry.
Supportive team environment focused on safety, reliability, and development.
Competitive pay with consistent work opportunities.

Join Force1 Traffic Ltd and help keep NZ roads safe. Work outdoors, be part of a great team, and grow your career in traffic management.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Drainlayer (Canterbury)

at HEB Construction Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hornby, Canterbury

base tools of trade insurances and heaps more

Varied long-term major infrastructure project work
Well equipped team with modern plant that back quality workmanship
Real career progression and support to step up

Varied long-term major infrastructure project work
Well equipped team with modern plant that back quality workmanship
Real career progression and support to step up

We are looking for a hands on, passionate and experienced civil Drainlayer to join HEB!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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Listed six days ago

Excavator Operator

at Moore Construction

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$40 – $45 per hour + bonus

Are you a positive and experienced excavator operator looking to expand your knowledge base? Join our team for varied and interesting work

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed five 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)

5d ago

Listed nine minutes ago

Operator - Civil Construction

at Roading and Building Recruitment

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornby, Canterbury

$27-32 hours depending on licenses and experience
Ongoing Construction Projects with Major Construction Firms
Long term permanent opportunities available for the correct candidate

$27-32 hours depending on licenses and experience
Ongoing Construction Projects with Major Construction Firms
Long term permanent opportunities available for the correct candidate

Civil Construction is booming and RB Recruitment Requires Civil Operators with WTR Experience. up to $32 an hour depending on experience.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9m ago

Listed four hours ago

Deep Drainage Digger Operator – based in Lincoln

at Alignz Recruitment

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This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Do you like working for a fast paced company
Great pay to match the right skill set
Opportunities to upskill

Do you like working for a fast paced company
Great pay to match the right skill set
Opportunities to upskill

Deep Drainage Digger Operator – based in Lincoln

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4h ago

Listed five days ago

Excavator Operator

at Turbo Staff

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30-$40 p.h+ Weekly Pay+ 50hrs 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

Join a great team as an Excavator Operator! Experience, WTR, and solid safety practices required. Apply now!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Excavator/Earthmoving Machine Operators

at XR Recruitment Agency LTD

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $40 per hour

Join our dynamic construction team. Competitive salary, career growth & supportive work environment.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

26d ago

Listed three hours ago

Machine Operator

at Magnetic

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$27 to $33 per hour based on experience.

Monday to Friday, 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Operating food packaging machinery
Immediate start, permanent opportunity

Monday to Friday, 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Operating food packaging machinery
Immediate start, permanent opportunity

We require an afternoon shift machine operator for a food manufacturer due to an increase in production

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

3h ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Machine Operator

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

$28.94 p/h + $23.77 Allowance + OT Rates

Rotating Roster | 12 Hour Days | 2 weeks of 3 day weeks + 1 week of a 4 day week
7am -7pm OR 7pm - 7am | Time + a half + Double Time (1 hr P/d) +Sundays
Daily Shift Allowance $23.77 P/day *Must have Machine Operating exp*

Rotating Roster | 12 Hour Days | 2 weeks of 3 day weeks + 1 week of a 4 day week
7am -7pm OR 7pm - 7am | Time + a half + Double Time (1 hr P/d) +Sundays
Daily Shift Allowance $23.77 P/day *Must have Machine Operating exp*

Maintain operation of extrusion machines, help operator's set up materials & machinery | Maintain machine output in line with the production plan.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

23h ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Production Operator (Crate Wash) - Afternoon Shift

at CHEP, A Brambles Company

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$26.78 per hour

Starting rate of $26.78 per hour
4 day work week - afternoon shift (40 hours guaranteed)
Physical, hands on role with clear targets

Starting rate of $26.78 per hour
4 day work week - afternoon shift (40 hours guaranteed)
Physical, hands on role with clear targets

Busy, hands on role with clear purpose. Come and join a great team where full training in a variety of tasks is provided!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

18d ago

Listed seven days ago

Production Operator - AM & PM Shifts available

at Metro Performance Glass

This is a Full time job

Hornby, Canterbury

Got manufacturing or machine operating experience? Step into a hands-on role in a busy glass plant where you'll get steady hours and solid pay.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

7d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Machine Operator

at CanRecruit

This is a Full time job

Wigram, Canterbury

Wigram Location
Ongoing work, Monday-Friday
Weekly pay + PPE Provided

Wigram Location
Ongoing work, Monday-Friday
Weekly pay + PPE Provided

Our client, based in Wigram is after a machine operation superstar to join their manufacturing team!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

16d ago

Listed five days ago

CIVIL OPERATORS, DRIVERS & LABOURERS

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Canterbury

$26-$40 Per Hour + Weekly Pay + 30‑Hour Guarantee

Christchurch booming with major events & infrastructure
$26 - $40 per hour + weekly pay
30‑hour guarantee contracts

Christchurch booming with major events & infrastructure
$26 - $40 per hour + weekly pay
30‑hour guarantee contracts

Big projects, big buzz, big opportunities. Join Canterbury's busiest civil market while enjoying the energy of a city on the rise.

Recruited byReuben Harvey

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Drainlayer

at Enterprise Recruitment

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This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

$35 - $40 per hour

Several projects around Canterbury
Specialised Pipeline + Highest Level Workmanship
Career development and training opportunities.

Several projects around Canterbury
Specialised Pipeline + Highest Level Workmanship
Career development and training opportunities.

Motivated and skilled drainage staff seeking to join a Canterbury crew delivering quality drainage and civil works across diverse projects

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

McCain Foods Timaru - Yard Operator

at McCain Foods (NZ) Limited

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Looking for your next step? We’re seeking a Yard Operator who thrives in a busy environment and wants to grow their career with a strong team.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

21d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Production Operator (Forklift Operator) - Afternoon Shift

at CHEP, A Brambles Company

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive hourly rate
4 day work week - 40 hours worked Mon - Thurs on afternoon shift
Forklift experience and full drivers licence required, F endorsement preferred

Competitive hourly rate
4 day work week - 40 hours worked Mon - Thurs on afternoon shift
Forklift experience and full drivers licence required, F endorsement preferred

Busy, hands on role with clear purpose. Come and join a great team where full training in a variety of tasks is provided!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

18d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

We're Hiring - Multiple Manufacturing Roles

at Global Beacon Ventures Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Rolleston, Canterbury

$30 – $45 per hour

Apply now and make the change you have been looking for.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

29d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Landscaper

at Natural Habitats

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Are you ready to elevate your landscaping career? Natural Habitats is on the lookout for talented Landscapers to join our passionate team

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

16d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Forklift Driver / Yard All-Rounder

at Trethewey Artisan Stone

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$25 – $30 per hour

Experienced forklift driver? Join our tight-knit team as a reliable, hands-on all-rounder helping keep busy stone operations running smoothly.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

21d ago

Listed one day ago

Hydro Operator / Driver

at Roading and Building Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

High-paying hands-on HydroVac role with consistent work and overtime
Work with modern HydroVac equipment on varied civil, drainage jobs
Join a supportive team where safety, skill, and reliability are genuinely valued

High-paying hands-on HydroVac role with consistent work and overtime
Work with modern HydroVac equipment on varied civil, drainage jobs
Join a supportive team where safety, skill, and reliability are genuinely valued

HydroVac Operator/Driver operating water blasting, vacuuming waste, clearing pipes, ensuring safety, maintenance, and accurate job reporting.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Skilled Drainage Labourer

at Schick Civil Construction

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$25 – $31 per hour

If you're looking for an opportunity to further your passion in drainage &water infrastructure this is the job with you.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

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