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

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Manufacturing Process Operators

at Talent Connection NZ Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

night + meal + call out + first aid allowances

$30.95/hr base + night, meal, call-out & first aid allowances + overtime
Long-term, secure role with a growing NZ/AU manufacturer
Ongoing technical training and clear career growth pathways

$30.95/hr base + night, meal, call-out & first aid allowances + overtime
Long-term, secure role with a growing NZ/AU manufacturer
Ongoing technical training and clear career growth pathways

Long-term Process Operator role with a growing and established manufacturer. 12-hr day/night rotating shifts, training, and a supportive team.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

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Packing Operator - Powder Plant

at Open Country Dairy

This is a Full time job

Waharoa, Waikato

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

A full-time position is needed for Waikato milk powder sites. 12-hour shifts, operating packing lines, tipping, forklift use, and plant support.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

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Listed four days ago

Manufacturing Process Operators

at Talent Connection NZ Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

night + meal + call out + first aid allowances

$30.95/hr base + night, meal, call-out & first aid allowances + overtime
Long-term, secure role with a growing NZ/AU manufacturer
Ongoing technical training and clear career growth pathways

$30.95/hr base + night, meal, call-out & first aid allowances + overtime
Long-term, secure role with a growing NZ/AU manufacturer
Ongoing technical training and clear career growth pathways

Long-term Process Operator role with a growing and established manufacturer. 12-hr day/night rotating shifts, training, and a supportive team.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Packing Operator - Powder Plant

at Open Country Dairy

This is a Full time job

Waharoa, Waikato

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

A full-time position is needed for Waikato milk powder sites. 12-hour shifts, operating packing lines, tipping, forklift use, and plant support.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

2d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

North Island Up $45 per hour - Labourer Drivers Skilled Operators - Civil

at Bodman Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$30 – $45 per hour

Not a desk in sight Your office is a cab, a trench, or a muddy construction site

Not a desk in sight Your office is a cab, a trench, or a muddy construction site

The North Island Is Booming And BTB Group Needs Bodies On The Tools. Real Work, Honest Pay, Good Crew. Get On Site - Get paid up to $50 per hour

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

28d ago

Listed seven days ago

Machine Operators

at COTTONSOFT LTD

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Weekly take home product allowance
Our brands include Paseo, CottonSofts, KiwiSoft, Tuffy, CUTE & CO., EarthSmart
Opportunities at our Wiri site

Weekly take home product allowance
Our brands include Paseo, CottonSofts, KiwiSoft, Tuffy, CUTE & CO., EarthSmart
Opportunities at our Wiri site

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Machine Operators to join our manufacturing team to make high quality tissue products.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Process Worker - Press Operations

at Independent Extrusions Limited

This is a Full time job

Te Rapa, Waikato

Competitive pay, shift allowances, bonuses, and premium health benefits

Competitive pay, shift allowances, bonuses, and premium health benefits

Hands-on manufacturing role in aluminium press operations with full training, rotating shifts, strong team culture, and career growth.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

8d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Food Production Process Worker

at Motion Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Penrose, Auckland

$26.00 To $28.00 + 8% Holiday Pay

Join a respected NZ food manufacturer with strong long-term growth opportunities
On Call, hands-on production role in a clean, well-organised environment
Be part of a supportive, high-performing team

Join a respected NZ food manufacturer with strong long-term growth opportunities
On Call, hands-on production role in a clean, well-organised environment
Be part of a supportive, high-performing team

On Call positions in food production + MUST have worked in Food Production/Factory + Great team environment + Living in NZ

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

29d ago

Listed six hours ago

WNH 10hr Day Operator

at New Zealand Steel

This is a Full time job

Glenbrook, Auckland

Work across a diverse range of heavy mobile mining equipment
Strong safety-first culture within a supportive team environment
Great work-life balance with 4-day, 10-hour shift roster (Mon–Thurs)

Work across a diverse range of heavy mobile mining equipment
Strong safety-first culture within a supportive team environment
Great work-life balance with 4-day, 10-hour shift roster (Mon–Thurs)

Permanent Tailings Operator opportunity at Waikato North Head. Operate mobile plant and support safe, efficient mining operations.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

6h ago

Listed four days ago

Shift Production Supervisor – Food Manufacturing

at New Zealand Starch Ltd

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Lead high-performing production teams in one of New Zealand’s most complex food manufacturing operations while playing a key role in driving safety.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

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

4d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Loader

at Cardinal Logistics

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Drury, Auckland

Experienced forklift operators wanted - ASAP start, permanent job
Must have a valid forklift license & long fork experience
Don't let this chance pass you by, enjoy awesome team benefits + free parking

Experienced forklift operators wanted - ASAP start, permanent job
Must have a valid forklift license & long fork experience
Don't let this chance pass you by, enjoy awesome team benefits + free parking

Forklift Loader Wanted – Join a Team That Keeps Things Moving!

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

23d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Driver/Storeperson

at StraitNZ

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Hornby South, Canterbury

Well established nationwide transportation company
Competitive wage with attractive staff incentives
Enjoy a satisfying work/life balance

Well established nationwide transportation company
Competitive wage with attractive staff incentives
Enjoy a satisfying work/life balance

Great opportunity available in the logistics industry, for a motivated individual working for a dynamic nationwide transport company

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

28d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Operator - Bulk Fuel Terminal

at NES Fircroft

This is a Full time job

Bluff, Southland

Hands-on operational role in Bluff
Full training provided
Supportive and Collaborative Team

Hands-on operational role in Bluff
Full training provided
Supportive and Collaborative Team

All-rounder Terminal operator role in Bluff, Southland within Fuel Industry

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

7h ago

Listed three days ago

L7A Supervisor - Takaanini Foods

at Lactalis - Mainland Dairy

This is a Full time job

Takanini, Auckland

Lead and develop a motivated, close-knit operations team
4-day work week (Tuesday–Friday, day shift)
Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence

Lead and develop a motivated, close-knit operations team
4-day work week (Tuesday–Friday, day shift)
Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence

Lead a high-performing process team - drive results, safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Machine Operator

at Dimond

This is a Full time job

Hornby, Canterbury

Permanent, Full time opportunity
Morning shift 7am– 3:30pm
Competitive hourly rate with weekly pay cycle

Permanent, Full time opportunity
Morning shift 7am– 3:30pm
Competitive hourly rate with weekly pay cycle

Experienced Machine Operator to join a small knit team in Christchurch

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Production Operator - Ohinewai

at The Comfort Group

This is a Full time job

Ohinewai, Waikato

Starting rate $25.68 based on experience

6am start - Full time - 40 hours per week
Staff Discounts Available
Contribute to something people rely on every single night - sleep

6am start - Full time - 40 hours per week
Staff Discounts Available
Contribute to something people rely on every single night - sleep

Be a part of something special - several positions available

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Seafood processor - Blenheim

at Talley's Ltd

This is a Full time job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

We're hiring for multiple roles across different departments!

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

8d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Machine Operator

at Ground Anchor Systems

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

$35 – $45 per hour

Ground Anchor Systems is a leading company in the drilling and anchoring industry seeking a Machine Operator to join our team in Queenstown.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

9h ago

Listed four hours ago

Civil Operator

at Adecco New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

25.0-30.0

Drivers, operator: variety of work across civil projects
Competitive pay with weekly wages and long-term opportunities
Supportive team with real career growth potential

Drivers, operator: variety of work across civil projects
Competitive pay with weekly wages and long-term opportunities
Supportive team with real career growth potential

Civil role operating machinery and driving Class 1–2, supporting Christchurch projects with labouring, earthworks, and flexible day/night shifts.

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport

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

4h ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed three days ago

EOI – Rotational Moulding Operators

at A R M Ltd

This is a Full time job

Silverdale, Auckland

4-day week, hands-on role! Join our fast-paced Silverdale team—no experience needed, just reliability and a great attitude.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Skilled Trade Staff Required - Northland

at United Civil Construction Ltd

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Competitive renumeration
Access to ongoing professional development opportunities
A wide range of health and wellbeing benefits

Competitive renumeration
Access to ongoing professional development opportunities
A wide range of health and wellbeing benefits

We are expanding our team and looking for experienced, motivated civil construction workers ready to make an impact in the Northland region.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Store Person/Loader Operator

at Bunge

This is a Full time job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Permanent full-time opportunity in a leading agribusiness
Operate loaders and support store operations in a hands-on role
Located in Mt Maunganui, New Zealand

Permanent full-time opportunity in a leading agribusiness
Operate loaders and support store operations in a hands-on role
Located in Mt Maunganui, New Zealand

Are you safety-focused and experienced in operating machinery, particularly front-end loaders? Bunge are seeking a Storeperson/ Loader Operator.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Production Line Leader – Industrial Line Rotating Shift (Day and Afternoon)

at Oji Fibre Solutions Packaging NZ

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Competitive hourly rate, allowances, benefits

Global leader in the Packaging sector
Rotating Shift (Day and Afternoon)
Supervising experience a must

Global leader in the Packaging sector
Rotating Shift (Day and Afternoon)
Supervising experience a must

Line Leader experience within paper bag manufacturing (operating a Tuber or Bottomer) or the packaging sector is highly desirable.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

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

11d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Machine Operator - Timaru

at Enviro NZ

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Good hourly rate

Close-knit team environment with the support of a well-established Company
Dynamic and exciting environmental outcomes industry
Discounts at various retailers such as Bunnings, Noel Leeming & Torpedo 7

Close-knit team environment with the support of a well-established Company
Dynamic and exciting environmental outcomes industry
Discounts at various retailers such as Bunnings, Noel Leeming & Torpedo 7

Operate Loaders and Compactors, shredders and screening plants

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

9h ago

Listed eight days ago

Sawmill Operators - 24/7 Shift Work

at Millari NZ Limited

This is a Full time job

Matawhero, Gisborne

$24 per hour Starting Rate

Join a whānau-focused team building a strong future together
Earn while you learn working in a timber mill
Stable, long-term role where your skills and safety are priority

Join a whānau-focused team building a strong future together
Earn while you learn working in a timber mill
Stable, long-term role where your skills and safety are priority

Join our growing sawmill operation at Millari NZ - an exciting journey of growth and long-term success!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

8d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Gantry Driver

at WasteCo NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28 – $32 per hour

Stable full time work
Permanent and casual opportunities

Stable full time work
Permanent and casual opportunities

WasteCo is looking for a reliable and experienced Class 2 Gantry Truck Driver to join our team.

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport

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

16d ago

Listed three days ago

Operations Supervisor - Aerospace Logistics

at BH Worldwide

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

$85,000 – $90,000 per year

Globally recognised aerospace logistics leader
Lead critical aviation logistics operations
Grow your leadership career

Globally recognised aerospace logistics leader
Lead critical aviation logistics operations
Grow your leadership career

Lead the NZ aviation logistics operations in Christchurch and Auckland, ensuring safe, compliant, time-critical import, export and warehouse services.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

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

3d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago