Owner Operator Construction Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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SmartGrass Operations Coordinator | Auckland

at SmartGrass NZ

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

💰 Competitive Pay + 3 Piece Apple Kit

✈️ Run the Control Tower (end-to-end ownership)
💻 $80-100k + 3 Piece Apple Kit
🚀 Fast-Growing Business + Real Progression

✈️ Run the Control Tower (end-to-end ownership)
💻 $80-100k + 3 Piece Apple Kit
🚀 Fast-Growing Business + Real Progression

Stalk our socials @smartgrass_nz We know you want to...

subClassification: Planning & SchedulingPlanning & Scheduling

classification: Construction(Construction)

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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)

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Listed twenty two days ago

SmartGrass Operations Coordinator | Auckland

at SmartGrass NZ

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

💰 Competitive Pay + 3 Piece Apple Kit

✈️ Run the Control Tower (end-to-end ownership)
💻 $80-100k + 3 Piece Apple Kit
🚀 Fast-Growing Business + Real Progression

✈️ Run the Control Tower (end-to-end ownership)
💻 $80-100k + 3 Piece Apple Kit
🚀 Fast-Growing Business + Real Progression

Stalk our socials @smartgrass_nz We know you want to...

subClassification: Planning & SchedulingPlanning & Scheduling

classification: Construction(Construction)

22d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Driver/Digger Operator

at Shelter Homes ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$30 – $35 per hour

Come Join the Best Construction Company In Auckland. We are in Business from 2004

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

30d+ ago

Listed one hour ago

Roadmarking Operator

at DOWNER NZ

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Competitive hourly rate + overtime

Install and maintain road markings across highways and local roads
Outdoor, hands-on role with overtime, training and long-term career growth
Great team culture with full PPE, safety focus and employee benefits

Install and maintain road markings across highways and local roads
Outdoor, hands-on role with overtime, training and long-term career growth
Great team culture with full PPE, safety focus and employee benefits

Hands-on road marking role working outdoors on essential roading projects across Wellington with great training and overtime

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Assistant Project Manager | Newmarket

at Metlifecare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

12-month fixed term contract
Work on a large, confirmed pipeline with one of New Zealand's biggest developers
Flexible working arrangements

12-month fixed term contract
Work on a large, confirmed pipeline with one of New Zealand's biggest developers
Flexible working arrangements

12 month fixed term contract Work on a large, confirmed pipeline

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

14d ago

Listed seven days ago

Traffic Controllers (TCs), Drivers & Site Traffic Management Supervisors (STMS)

at Itraffic

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

This is your chance to be part of an expanding branch with big opportunities ahead in traffic management, Apply Now!

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Operator - Landfill

at WM New Zealand

Expiring soon

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)

29d ago

Listed one day ago

Property Manager - Acquistions & Projects

at NZ Post

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland(Hybrid)

Joining a team of property professionals
Project based work with a retail network focus
Fixed Term until end June 2027

Joining a team of property professionals
Project based work with a retail network focus
Fixed Term until end June 2027

Great mix of both commercial leasing & Project management of fit outs from beginning to end for our flagship retail stores

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Truck Driver - Class 5

at Fulton Hogan

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Insurances, KiwiSaver + Benefits

Work for one of NZ's Largest Civil Contractors
We are a family business with great people living REAL values
Good Career,Good Work, Good life,Good Perks

Work for one of NZ's Largest Civil Contractors
We are a family business with great people living REAL values
Good Career,Good Work, Good life,Good Perks

Class 5 Day Shift Truck Driver - bulk cartage, tipping and some loader work, Mt Wellington-based, Auckland-wide deliveries.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

19d ago

Listed six days ago

Operator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Ongoing work available
Paid weekly
Career growth opportunities

Ongoing work available
Paid weekly
Career growth opportunities

AWF has great opportunities to work with NZ's ground breaking civil construction companies. This could open the door to permanent work.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Hydro Truck Operator / Drainage Services

at All Drains Ltd

Expiring soon

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)

25d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Civil Machine Operators - Auckland

at Drake New Zealand - Auckland South

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

$35 - $40

Full-time hours with an immediate start
Supportive team environment.
Opportunities for growth within the company

Full-time hours with an immediate start
Supportive team environment.
Opportunities for growth within the company

Can operate a digger without being babysat? Good pay, steady civil work, solid crew. Apply now.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Driver/Operator

at Fulton Hogan

This is a Full time job

Petone, Wellington

Life Insurance, discount fuel card + many other benefits
Genuine career development opportunities
Work with a fantastic high performing team

Life Insurance, discount fuel card + many other benefits
Genuine career development opportunities
Work with a fantastic high performing team

Night-shift Driver/Operator for WTA maintenance across Wairarapa, Kāpiti and Wellington, maintaining and repairing State Highway assets.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

Listed one day ago

Site Traffic Management Specialist (STMS)

at AVADA Traffic NZ Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

We’re expanding across the South Island and are looking for skilled STMS who want consistent hours, a supportive team, and opportunities to grow.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

GPS Excavator Operator – Final Trim

at MS Civil Construction Limited

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

Guaranteed 40hrs minimum pay
Competitive remuneration based on experience
Career progression and training opportunities

Guaranteed 40hrs minimum pay
Competitive remuneration based on experience
Career progression and training opportunities

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)

8d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Foreman/Machine Operator at ResourceCo

at Resourceco Limited

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

$80,000 – $90,000 per year

Step into a role where your expertise doesn’t just keep machines moving—it helps reshape the future of waste in New Zealand.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Dump Truck Operator

at OneStaff Hamilton

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waikato

Well-Maintained Gear & Strong Safety Culture
Immediate start available
Competitive Pay & Supportive Team Environment

Well-Maintained Gear & Strong Safety Culture
Immediate start available
Competitive Pay & Supportive Team Environment

We are seeking experienced and safety-focused Dump Truck Operators to join our clients operations team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed five days ago

Excavator Operator

at LNJ Trucking and Contracting Limited

This is a Full time job

Mangatawhiri, Auckland

$30 – $35 per hour

LNJ Trucking and Contracting Ltd is small scale trucking business company driven by excellence, guided by experience.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Road Marking Operator

at Fulton Hogan

This is a Full time job

Whangarei, Northland

Road Marking Operator | Immediate start available
Benefits include | Life and Medical Insurance | BP Fuel and Retail Discounts
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals

Road Marking Operator | Immediate start available
Benefits include | Life and Medical Insurance | BP Fuel and Retail Discounts
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals

Experienced Road Marking Operator required for our Northland operations at Coastline Markers. Supportive team culture. Full time, permanent role.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Driver Operator

at InterGroup Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Ongoing training and development opportunities
A supportive team environment
The chance to work with industry-leading equipment

Ongoing training and development opportunities
A supportive team environment
The chance to work with industry-leading equipment

Come join us as a Class 4 Driver Operator!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

19d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Excavator Operator - Construction

at United Civil Construction Ltd

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Variety of high-profile projects
Great team environment
Great pipeline of work

Variety of high-profile projects
Great team environment
Great pipeline of work

Competitive hourly rate, career development & benefits. Safe, supportive team environment. Join us now!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

WTR Operator

at NZ Labour Hire Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

$30 – $40 per hour

Weekly Pay
Parking On Site
Great Team Environment

Weekly Pay
Parking On Site
Great Team Environment

We will consider applicants with all experience levels with the correct WTR endorsements, so apply now and start in May.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11h ago

Listed one day ago

Civil Campaign 2026

at AWF

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Southland

Training, upskilling, and perm opportunities

Consistent work
Reliable weekly pay + KiwiSaver + Sick leave + Holiday pay
Potential for permanent employment

Consistent work
Reliable weekly pay + KiwiSaver + Sick leave + Holiday pay
Potential for permanent employment

Heavy Machinery Operators Wanted - Work on Key Civil Projects in Southland/ Te Anau

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Civil Grader Operator

at JOYN

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$40 - $55 + Vehicle + Health Insurance

Strong pipeline of projects through-out Auckland with long-term job stability
Work on well-run, high-quality land development projects
Competitive pay, vehicle, health insurance + great team culture

Strong pipeline of projects through-out Auckland with long-term job stability
Work on well-run, high-quality land development projects
Competitive pay, vehicle, health insurance + great team culture

Permanent opportunity to join the roading crew of the land development division. Auckland-wide but primarily North Waikato and greater South Auckland.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Hydro Truck Driver/Operator

at WORK - The Recruitment Co.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$35 - $40p/h based on skill and experience
Permanent position for the right person
Opportunity to work with an industry leading crew

$35 - $40p/h based on skill and experience
Permanent position for the right person
Opportunity to work with an industry leading crew

We're on the look out for experienced Class 4 Hydrovac Drivers/ Operators to join a busy crew in Auckland!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed seven days ago

Class 2, 4 & 5 Drivers

at Tech 5 Recruitment Christchurch

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

NZD 28 - 35 per hour

Fully supplied PPE
Competitive Pay + 8% Holiday Pay
Positive team culture

Fully supplied PPE
Competitive Pay + 8% Holiday Pay
Positive team culture

Tech 5 are working on behalf of an award winning civil construction companies right here in Christchurch. With top of the line equipment, and a...

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Civil Operator / Excavator Operator

at Cal Tech Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$70,000 – $85,000 per year

Working in Telecommunications Network

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

27d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Delivery Supervisor

at Switched On Group

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

As our new Delivery Supervisor, you will be working within the residential maintenance space to ensure that houses are up to the standards for o

subClassification: Contracts ManagementContracts Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

26d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Construction Operator with Class 4 or 5

at Fulton Hogan

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Hamilton, Waikato

Work for one of NZ's largest contractors delivering high quality infrastructure
Join a team & culture that inspires people to deliver 'Good Work'
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals

Work for one of NZ's largest contractors delivering high quality infrastructure
Join a team & culture that inspires people to deliver 'Good Work'
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Operator with Class 4 or 5 Drivers Licence based out of Hamilton.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

27d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Earthmoving Plant Operators

at Unite Recruit Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Civil works
Weekly pay
$28-$34 per hour depending on experience.

Civil works
Weekly pay
$28-$34 per hour depending on experience.

Looking for earthworks operators

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

26d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Excavator Operator

at Heights Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown, Otago

Contract rates $43-$50 ph (Depending on experience

Contribute to key local private and public infrastructure
3-6 month or ongoing contracts available
Potential full time opportunities if desired

Contribute to key local private and public infrastructure
3-6 month or ongoing contracts available
Potential full time opportunities if desired

Chomping at the bit to sink your teeth into some of Central Otago's key Infrastructure projects, we're on the hunt for skilled contract operators.

Recruited byLuke Petrie

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

14d ago

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