Front End Loader Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Quarry Operator

This is a Full time job

Competitive wages
Room for progression
Great work environment

Competitive wages
Room for progression
Great work environment

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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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)

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Listed thirteen days ago

Quarry Operator

at Gleeson Quarries

This is a Full time job

Huntly, Waikato

Competitive wages
Room for progression
Great work environment

Competitive wages
Room for progression
Great work environment

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)

13d 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 seventeen days ago

Loader Operator / Yard Worker

at Frews Contracting Limited

This is a Full time job

Belfast, Canterbury

$29 – $31 per hour

Frews Contracting is seeking to hire a full-time Loader Operator/Yard worker for our busy Factory Road, Belfast yard.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

17d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Limestone Quarry Machine Operator

at Palmer Resources Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Te Kuiti, Waikato

$30+ per hour

Both Permanent and Casual positions available
Competitive Hourly Rates
Modern Equipment

Both Permanent and Casual positions available
Competitive Hourly Rates
Modern Equipment

Machine Operator role at Supreme Lime, Te Kuiti

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

28d ago

Listed six days ago

Chipmill Operator

at Pan Pac Forest Products Limited

This is a Full time job

Whirinaki, Hawkes Bay

Overtime rates, medical & life insurance

Keep our pulpmill moving—join the heart of production
Secure work, great perks, and a supportive team
Be part of a company that cares for people, community, and environment

Keep our pulpmill moving—join the heart of production
Secure work, great perks, and a supportive team
Be part of a company that cares for people, community, and environment

If you are passionate about plant and machinery and want a hands on role at the heart of production, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Labourers and Operators

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$30.90 – $36 per hour (Including annual leave)

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for future work on our projects across the country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for future work on our projects across the country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking people to join our team for the Te Rahui Solar Project- Starting in May/ June! Up to 9 months of work!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d 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 sixteen hours ago

Heavy Equipment and Transport Operator

at K2Recruit Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$34 per hour

Operate loaders and hook trucks across active EcoDrop sites
Solid mix of loader and truck work to keep the role varied
Southern Cross health cover + competitive hourly rate

Operate loaders and hook trucks across active EcoDrop sites
Solid mix of loader and truck work to keep the role varied
Southern Cross health cover + competitive hourly rate

Operate loaders and hook trucks across EcoDrop sites, managing waste safely while supporting recycling, site operations, and a cleaner Canterbury.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

16h ago

Listed four hours ago

Forestry Plant Operators

at C3 Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Respectful & supportive management team and culture
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Respectful & supportive management team and culture
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses

Experienced forestry material handlers wanted to unload and stack logs at the port using a variety of heavy forestry machinery with log grapples.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

4h ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Material Handler/Digger Operator - Grapple

at Endless Metals

This is a Full time job

Onehunga, Auckland

$30 – $37 per hour

Excellent additional earnings incentive each month!
Guaranteed 100 working hours every fortnight!
Get an extra days leave to celebrate your birthday!

Excellent additional earnings incentive each month!
Guaranteed 100 working hours every fortnight!
Get an extra days leave to celebrate your birthday!

If you like machines & the power & sound of crushing steel then this gig is for you! You also get 1 days extra leave to celebrate your birthday!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed six 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)

6h ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Loader Operator / Production Supervisor

at Mace Landscape Group

This is a Full time job

Takanini, Auckland

Expanding supplier of horticultural soils and landscape mulches
Focus on quality, development and workplace safety
Small team with friendly, positive team culture

Expanding supplier of horticultural soils and landscape mulches
Focus on quality, development and workplace safety
Small team with friendly, positive team culture

Lead production of custom blends & operate heavy machinery. Career growth, training & sole-charge responsibilities within growing company.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

17d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Specialist Operator - Recycle Plant

at Fulton Hogan

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Insurances, KiwiSaver + Benefits

Work for one of NZ's Largest Civil Contractors
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals
Supportive, inclusive and diverse workplace culture

Work for one of NZ's Largest Civil Contractors
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals
Supportive, inclusive and diverse workplace culture

Keen Plant Operator wanted for our Mt Wellington RAP team. Operate loaders & crushers, process stockpiles, and keep the plant running smoothly

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

14d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Multi-Skilled Operator

at Holcim

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Exciting concrete operations role based in Auckland!

subClassification: OtherOther

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

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Quarry Operator

at Winstone Aggregates

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

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

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

Join Winstone Aggregates as a Quarry Operator and build a solid career with training and development.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

12d ago

Listed eight days ago

Operator - Landfill

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Dairy Flat, Auckland

$30 - $35 per hour plus great staff perks!
Dairy Flat location - the best location to go against the traffic
Training and development opportunities here within WM

$30 - $35 per hour plus great staff perks!
Dairy Flat location - the best location to go against the traffic
Training and development opportunities here within WM

Ready for your next challenge? We’re hiring a safety-focused Machine Operator to join our Redvale team!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d 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 twenty four days ago

Loader Driver

at EQUIP Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Loader operating experience required
Civil / plant environment
6-9 month project work

Loader operating experience required
Civil / plant environment
6-9 month project work

Experienced loader driver required for plant operations supporting a major construction project.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

24d ago

Listed twenty days ago

OPERATOR

at Pure Oil New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Rolleston, Canterbury

This is a hands-on role with opportunities for career progression.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

20d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Quarry Operator

at Winstone Aggregates

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

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

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

Join Winstone Aggregates as a Quarry Operator and build a solid career with training and development.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

12d ago

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