Grader Operator Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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

This is a Full time job

$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)

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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)

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Listed four days ago

Grader Operator / Roading Foreman

at 323 Recruitment Limited

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This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

NZD 45 - 55 per hour + work vehicle

Competitive hourly rates + Saturday work available
Strong pipeline of large-scale civil and roading projects
Solid team environment with practical leadership and well-run jobs

Competitive hourly rates + Saturday work available
Strong pipeline of large-scale civil and roading projects
Solid team environment with practical leadership and well-run jobs

Lead roading crews on major Hawke's Bay infrastructure projects, operating GPS final trim graders and delivering high-quality road prep.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

Grader Operator

at Ventia

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Stable long-term roading work in scenic Whangārei
Join supportive team in well-established company
Mix of construction and maintenance projects

Stable long-term roading work in scenic Whangārei
Join supportive team in well-established company
Mix of construction and maintenance projects

Grader Operator role in Whangārei delivering roading projects, offering stable work, strong team culture, and long-term contract opportunities.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed twenty one hours 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)

21h ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Civil Operators - Ashburton

at Paul Smith Earthmoving 2002 Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

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)

14h ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Skilled Excavator Operators for immediate start!

at Franklin Smith

Be an early applicant

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)

19h ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Mining Dredge Operator

at Taharoa Ironsands Limited

This is a Full time job

Taharoa, Waikato

Hard working & practical, hands on workers needed for an exciting and expanding Dredging Operation at one of the most beautiful locations in NZ.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

24d ago•Expiring

Listed fifteen 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)

15d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Excavator Operator - Civil

at Turbo Staff

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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)

17h ago

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

Listed one day ago

Civil Machine Operators

at ALH Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, 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)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Operator and Hydro-Technician - Multiple positions available

at Hydro Specialists Ltd

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland

$30 – $45 per hour

Variety & Hands-On Work – No two days are the same
Strong Team Culture – Join a supportive, tight-knit crew
Training & Career Growth – Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities

Variety & Hands-On Work – No two days are the same
Strong Team Culture – Join a supportive, tight-knit crew
Training & Career Growth – Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities

Join a skilled, hardworking team delivering hydro-excavation, drainage & vacuum services across Auckland. Variety, growth & great culture

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

3d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Digger Operator

at The Labour Supply Co

Be an early applicant

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)

17h ago

Listed two 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)

2d ago

Listed ten 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)

10d ago

Listed seven 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)

7d ago

Listed fifteen 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)

15d ago

Listed four 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)

4d ago

Listed twenty seven 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)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Day Shift Operator

at Pure Oil New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Day Shift Operator at oilseed crush plant in Rolleston, operating machinery and supporting 24/7 operations.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Civils Operator's - Full time - Immediate Start

at Metro Advances Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Civil Operators wanted! Join a great team with guaranteed hours, varied work, and ongoing opportunities.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

16h ago

Listed sixteen 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)

16d ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed fourteen 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)

14d ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Machine Operator

at JKay Civil Limited

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$30 – $45 per hour

Machine Operator - Class 1 Licence, Wheels, Tracks and Rollers endorsed required. Class 2 preferred. Experienced with drainage and trenching.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed two days ago

Operators

at Advanced Personnel Services Ltd

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$26 – $39 per hour

Quick Placement Into Work
Awesome Team Culture

Quick Placement Into Work
Awesome Team Culture

Competitive pay, professional development & health benefits. Join our dynamic construction team now!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed one day 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)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Operator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Join major Tauranga civil projects and build real local infrastructure
Competitive pay, weekly wages + full PPE provided
Ongoing work with potential for permanent placement

Join major Tauranga civil projects and build real local infrastructure
Competitive pay, weekly wages + full PPE provided
Ongoing work with potential for permanent placement

Experienced Operators & Class 4/5 Drivers needed in Tauranga. Great pay, weekly wages, PPE, and long-term civil project opportunities.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Civil Operators - West Auckland

at ALH Limited

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Westgate, Auckland

$31-$38 per hour

Operate through winter!
Weekly pay!
Immediate starts!

Operate through winter!
Weekly pay!
Immediate starts!

Experienced Civil Operators wanted! Digger, Moxy & Compactor roles available. Great rates, long hours & ongoing winter work.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

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