Hydropower Construction Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Operator/Driver

at Canterbury Environmental Services Ltd T/ A HydroVac South Island

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $40 per hour

Canterbury Owned and Operated Company
Competitive Wage
Company Cellphone and Tablet

Canterbury Owned and Operated Company
Competitive Wage
Company Cellphone and Tablet

HydroVac is proud to be a New Zealand-owned and operated business.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Head of Delivery

at Talent Right

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Senior, high-trust role in a growing business
Work on mission-critical fuel systems
NZ & AU project exposure, with chance to lead AU delivery growth.

Senior, high-trust role in a growing business
Work on mission-critical fuel systems
NZ & AU project exposure, with chance to lead AU delivery growth.

Full-time Head of Delivery role at Fuelchief Christchurch. Lead fuel projects end-to-end, manage teams, timelines, and on-site delivery Mon-Fri.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Listed twenty five days ago

Hydro Operator (No Experience Required) & Truck Diver

at StrongVAC

Expiring soon

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

We are based in Auckland. We boast a fantastic work environment with a friendly and supportive team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

25d ago

Listed two days ago

Operator/Driver

at Canterbury Environmental Services Ltd T/ A HydroVac South Island

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $40 per hour

Canterbury Owned and Operated Company
Competitive Wage
Company Cellphone and Tablet

Canterbury Owned and Operated Company
Competitive Wage
Company Cellphone and Tablet

HydroVac is proud to be a New Zealand-owned and operated business.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Project/Programme Coordinator, Auckland - (14 month fixed term)

at Transpower

This is a Full time job

Otara, Auckland

Support PMs with planning, reporting and project delivery
Learn and grow while working on real infrastructure challenges
Join a friendly team driving NZ’s low-carbon energy future

Support PMs with planning, reporting and project delivery
Learn and grow while working on real infrastructure challenges
Join a friendly team driving NZ’s low-carbon energy future

Use your coordination skills to support projects that matter. Grow your career in a team helping power Aotearoa’s energy future.

subClassification: Planning & SchedulingPlanning & Scheduling

classification: Construction(Construction)

15d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Head of Delivery

at Talent Right

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Senior, high-trust role in a growing business
Work on mission-critical fuel systems
NZ & AU project exposure, with chance to lead AU delivery growth.

Senior, high-trust role in a growing business
Work on mission-critical fuel systems
NZ & AU project exposure, with chance to lead AU delivery growth.

Full-time Head of Delivery role at Fuelchief Christchurch. Lead fuel projects end-to-end, manage teams, timelines, and on-site delivery Mon-Fri.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Commercial Manager

at Andritz Hydro GmbH

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Be part of a New Zealand established Hydro Power Company
Real variety and challenge
Work with a great team

Be part of a New Zealand established Hydro Power Company
Real variety and challenge
Work with a great team

Challenge and variety in commercial, financial, administrative, and logistical support to local project and service operations.

subClassification: Contracts ManagementContracts Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

25d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Site Manager - Fixed Term

at Andritz Hydro GmbH

This is a Full time job

Tuai, Hawkes Bay

Real variety and challenge
Be part of the action based at hydro power stations
Work with a great team

Real variety and challenge
Be part of the action based at hydro power stations
Work with a great team

Challenge and variety in a Site Manager role for an established company in the NZ power industry.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Senior Design Estimator

at Northpower Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Work with a well established brand

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Work with a well established brand

Northpower is seeking a senior design estimator to join our team, you'll be responsible for delivering smart, safe, and cost-effective designs work.

subClassification: EstimatingEstimating

classification: Construction(Construction)

26d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager

at Octa Associates Ltd

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$90,000 – $130,000 per year

$90,000 – $130,000 (aligned to experience)
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development support

$90,000 – $130,000 (aligned to experience)
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development support

Octa Associates seeks a Project Manager (2+ yrs) for multi-sector NZ projects. Flexible locations, career growth, supportive team, and competitive pay

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Hydro Truck Operator / Drainage Services

at All Drains Ltd

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

$30 – $39 per hour

We are one of Auckland's leading drainage maintenance companies, with: - a great culture, friendly team - job growth opportunities - overtime rates

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

22d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Senior Project Manager - Geothermal

at Contact Energy

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Taupo Central, Waikato

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Lead NZ’s next‑gen geothermal builds powering decarbonisation
Own complex capital projects from FID to commissioning
One Team culture, big legacy projects in Taupō

Lead NZ’s next‑gen geothermal builds powering decarbonisation
Own complex capital projects from FID to commissioning
One Team culture, big legacy projects in Taupō

Lead flagship geothermal projects, shaping NZ’s low‑carbon future from design to handover.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

16h ago

Listed nine days ago

Site Manager / Site Foreman (Invercargill or nearby)

at Apex Water Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill Central, Southland

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

Join Apex Water as a Site Manager - lead major projects, run high-performing teams, drive safety, and deliver critical infrastructure across NZ!

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Project Manager

at Kirimana

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Immediate start!
Contractor opportunity
Solid future work pipeline

Immediate start!
Contractor opportunity
Solid future work pipeline

Are you a savvy problem solver with great stakeholder management? Apply now

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Drainage Excavator Operator

at Waipa Civil Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$35 – $45 per hour

Join Waipa Civil as an Operator - modern gear, solid team, and a strong pipeline of projects across the Waikato.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

23h ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager

at Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive salary + annual bonus

Work on complex civil infrastructure projects
Diverse portfolio of work
Join a supportive a growing business

Work on complex civil infrastructure projects
Diverse portfolio of work
Join a supportive a growing business

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team to lead the delivery of Abergeldie’s growing pipeline of infrastructure projects.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Specialist & Excavator Operators - Te Pae o Tararua (Ō2NL)

at McConnell Dowell

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Otaki, Wellington

Work locally while contributing to a lasting legacy
Join a skilled and supportive crew focused on safety and quality
Drive safety, quality, and programme performance on site

Work locally while contributing to a lasting legacy
Join a skilled and supportive crew focused on safety and quality
Drive safety, quality, and programme performance on site

We're seeking experienced and skilled operators to join our high performing team delivering the Ōtaki to north of Levin highway project.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

22h ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Class 4 Hydro / Jetting Operator

at Tech 5 Recruitment Auckland

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

NZD 30 per hour

Permanent, full-time opportunity
Relocation Package Available
Ongoing work with a reputable company

Permanent, full-time opportunity
Relocation Package Available
Ongoing work with a reputable company

You’ll be responsible for carrying out hydro excavation, jetting, and maintenance work across wastewater and drainage networks.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

21h ago

Listed four days ago

Hydro Excavator/Vacuum Truck Driver-Operator

at Davies Waste Solutions Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Fully paid health insurance after six months service
Well established family owned business
Fun, supportive working environment

Fully paid health insurance after six months service
Well established family owned business
Fun, supportive working environment

Are you a hands-on operator/driver with a can-do attitude? If so, apply to join our Hastings-based crew

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Delivery Manager

at Better Eggs Limited

This is a Full time job

Putaruru, Waikato

Ownership of a flagship that will impact generations.
Values-driven, family-owned business with growth momentum
End-to-end leadership with real autonomy

Ownership of a flagship that will impact generations.
Values-driven, family-owned business with growth momentum
End-to-end leadership with real autonomy

Ready to Hatch Something Big? We’re looking for a Project Delivery Manager to lead some of the most exciting projects at Better Eggs

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

Regional Manager

at Connell Contractors Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Competitive remuneration
Interesting and diverse work projects across varied locations
Contribute to performance, profitability and culture

Competitive remuneration
Interesting and diverse work projects across varied locations
Contribute to performance, profitability and culture

Overseeing daily operations of the Taranaki region, leading from the front and driving business growth whilst building client relationships

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed three days ago

Class 4 Driver / Foreman

at OneStaff Hamilton

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Guaranteed 40 hours per week
Company Ute
Bonuses after 12 months

Guaranteed 40 hours per week
Company Ute
Bonuses after 12 months

If you enjoy working on large‑scale projects, operating near‑new equipment, and taking pride in a job well done, this could be the role for you

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

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