River Mining Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Team Leader - Rivers

at Peak Recruitment New Zealand Ltd

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This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Role can be based in Dunedin or Alexandra

Work across Otago’s large, complex & diverse river systems
Be part of a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation
From alpine lakes to coastlines, Otago offers an exceptional lifestyle

Work across Otago’s large, complex & diverse river systems
Be part of a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation
From alpine lakes to coastlines, Otago offers an exceptional lifestyle

Lead Otago’s river engineering team and programme, driving environmental and community outcomes and ensuring regulatory compliance.

subClassification: Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Heavy Diesel Mechanic

at Bt Mining Limited

This is a Full time job

Westport, West Coast

Relocation assistance
Transport to and from work (from the Westport Area)
Life and Disability Insurance

Relocation assistance
Transport to and from work (from the Westport Area)
Life and Disability Insurance

Filter out all the other roles, put an end to the exhaustive search, and inject yourself into this one – we’ve got the job for you!

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

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Listed four days ago

Mine Operator

at Bt Mining Limited

This is a Full time job

Rotowaro, Waikato

$33 – $35.46 per hour

Are you looking to break into the mining sector? If you have a solid background in civil or forestry, this is the perfect opportunity.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

Cleaner

at Endura Mining

This is a Full time job

Ikamatua, West Coast

$28.84 per hour

Full time position
Health Insurance included in your package
Hours negotiable

Full time position
Health Insurance included in your package
Hours negotiable

Join our dedicated team and keep our sites spotless and safe. We’re looking for reliable, detail-oriented individuals who take pride in their work.

subClassification: Cleaning ServicesCleaning Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Forestry Plant Operators

at C3 Limited

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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)

11h 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 one day ago

Hose Build and Maintenance Technician

at Terra CAT

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This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Competitive hourly rate + mine site allowances+ lots of staff benefits
7 on, 7 off, allowing ultimate work life balance
Work in unique environment and lots of development, Macraes's mine

Competitive hourly rate + mine site allowances+ lots of staff benefits
7 on, 7 off, allowing ultimate work life balance
Work in unique environment and lots of development, Macraes's mine

Based on Macrae's mine, working on the "big gear". manufacture, assemble & repair hoses for mining equipment to Caterpillar specifications.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

at Bt Mining Limited

This is a Full time job

Westport, West Coast

Relocation assistance
Transport to and from work (from the Westport Area)
Life and Disability Insurance

Relocation assistance
Transport to and from work (from the Westport Area)
Life and Disability Insurance

Filter out all the other roles, put an end to the exhaustive search, and inject yourself into this one – we’ve got the job for you!

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

7d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Project Planning Advisor

at Findex

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This is a Full time job

Te Anau, Southland(Hybrid)

$130-150k + KiwiSaver, vehicle, reloc support

Unique role in unique location – Te Anau
Huge variety of projects
Hybrid and relocation support options

Unique role in unique location – Te Anau
Huge variety of projects
Hybrid and relocation support options

Bring together your forward-thinking project planning, RFP and financial skills to facilitate sustainable visitor infrastructure development

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

8h ago

Listed one day ago

Team Leader - Rivers

at Peak Recruitment New Zealand Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Role can be based in Dunedin or Alexandra

Work across Otago’s large, complex & diverse river systems
Be part of a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation
From alpine lakes to coastlines, Otago offers an exceptional lifestyle

Work across Otago’s large, complex & diverse river systems
Be part of a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation
From alpine lakes to coastlines, Otago offers an exceptional lifestyle

Lead Otago’s river engineering team and programme, driving environmental and community outcomes and ensuring regulatory compliance.

subClassification: Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Geologist-Coal Quality

at Bt Mining Limited

This is a Full time job

Westport, West Coast

Monday – Friday residential role (43.75 hours per week)
Relocation assistance
Transport to and from work (from the Westport Area)

Monday – Friday residential role (43.75 hours per week)
Relocation assistance
Transport to and from work (from the Westport Area)

You'll contribute to geologist efficient plans for producing, blending, and delivering coal.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

14d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Senior PM - 3 waters

at Magnetic

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This is a Full time job

Whangarei, Northland

Attractive salary package offered

Clear career progression pathways into senior leadership
Lead complex, high-value 3 waters infrastructure projects
Strong pipeline of secured work

Clear career progression pathways into senior leadership
Lead complex, high-value 3 waters infrastructure projects
Strong pipeline of secured work

Senior PM - 3 Waters, Northland. Lead major infrastructure projects with full commercial ownership and a pathway to Contract Manager.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

9h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Water Services Operator

at Alliance Group Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Lorneville, Southland

Hands‑on, varied role
Health subsidies for you and your family
1 Week Extra Annual Leave

Hands‑on, varied role
Health subsidies for you and your family
1 Week Extra Annual Leave

Hands-on role monitoring and maintaining water systems, supporting plant performance, safety, and environmental outcomes.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Landfill Operator

at Hastings District Council

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Join a reliable team with strong safety focus and supportive culture.
Hands-on role operating a range of heavy plant and equipment
Stable, full-time role with consistent hours and overtime opportunities.

Join a reliable team with strong safety focus and supportive culture.
Hands-on role operating a range of heavy plant and equipment
Stable, full-time role with consistent hours and overtime opportunities.

Be part of the team managing the region’s waste — operate heavy machinery, work hands-on, and protect the environment for our future.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

13d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Underground Workshop Trades Assistant

at OceanaGold (New Zealand) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Macraes Flat, Otago

Competitive Salary, Health Insurance + Benefits

Join Macraes, New Zealand's largest gold mine
7 days on / 7 days off / 7 nights / 7 days off roster 12hr shift roster
Develop your career with hands-on learning at Macraes

Join Macraes, New Zealand's largest gold mine
7 days on / 7 days off / 7 nights / 7 days off roster 12hr shift roster
Develop your career with hands-on learning at Macraes

This is an entry-level position well suited to a mechanically individuals, keen to get involved in heavy mining machinery maintenance.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

21d ago

Listed six hours ago

3 Waters Treatment Operator

at Citycare Property

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Linton Camp, Manawatu

Make an Impact Every Day - Your work directly supports NZDF personnel
Grow Your Career with Us – Development and training opportunities
Join a Team That Cares - A supportive crew with a strong sense of purpose.

Make an Impact Every Day - Your work directly supports NZDF personnel
Grow Your Career with Us – Development and training opportunities
Join a Team That Cares - A supportive crew with a strong sense of purpose.

Citycare Property continues its steady growth and has been selected for a major new NZDF contract, opening exciting opportunities companywide.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6h ago

Listed twelve days ago

CCTV coding operator

at Streamline Environmental and Drainage

This is a Full time job

Ngaruawahia, Waikato

$28 – $35 per hour

Switch to coding drains underground using CCTV technology, with excellent long term job security.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

at Gisborne District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Permanent, full-time position + Relocation Assistance
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Be a part of a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Permanent, full-time position + Relocation Assistance
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Be a part of a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Keep Gisborne's wastewater running safely. Hands-on, permanent full-time role protecting our community and coastal environment. Join our team!

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

25d ago

Listed four days ago

Restoration Project Advisor

at Jam HR Consulting

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Key role delivering & monitoring restoration projects. Hours are negotiable.
Build strong relationships with funding recipients, iwi, hapū & partners
Based in Hamilton, with travel required to sites to monitor progress & outcomes

Key role delivering & monitoring restoration projects. Hours are negotiable.
Build strong relationships with funding recipients, iwi, hapū & partners
Based in Hamilton, with travel required to sites to monitor progress & outcomes

Support impactful restoration projects. Coordinate funding, build partnerships & help deliver lasting environmental outcomes across the catchments

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Business Support Services Coordinator

at Mine Waste Management

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Play a pivotal role in the project coordination for our global project teams
Enjoy working across a varied range of business support functions
Bring your energy and enthusiasm to our global consultancy

Play a pivotal role in the project coordination for our global project teams
Enjoy working across a varied range of business support functions
Bring your energy and enthusiasm to our global consultancy

The Business Support Services Coordinator plays a key role in keeping projects and operations connected & focused for exceptional service to clients.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

13d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Underground Diesel Fitter

at OceanaGold (New Zealand) Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Waihi, Waikato

Competitive package including Healthcare, Life Insurance + Free Gym Membership
7 on 7 off lifestyle roster - work only half the year!
No more FIFO – live in Waihi Beach, 5 minutes from the mine site

Competitive package including Healthcare, Life Insurance + Free Gym Membership
7 on 7 off lifestyle roster - work only half the year!
No more FIFO – live in Waihi Beach, 5 minutes from the mine site

Experience an unbeatable lifestyle of a residential mining location, a short distance away from the most incredible beaches and awe-inspiring scenery.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

29d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Stores Person — Open Pit Workshop

at OceanaGold (New Zealand) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Macraes Flat, Otago

Competitive Salary, Health Insurance + Benefits

Join Macraes, New Zealand's largest gold mine
7 days on / 7 days off, 12hr shift roster
Develop your experience in an exciting new industry

Join Macraes, New Zealand's largest gold mine
7 days on / 7 days off, 12hr shift roster
Develop your experience in an exciting new industry

This role is responsible for the storage, issue and receipting of warehouse stock, spares and consumables for our busy Open Pit Workshop at Macraes

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

11d ago

73 river mining jobs in New Zealand

Team Leader - Rivers

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Mine Operator

Cleaner

Forestry Plant Operators

Limestone Quarry Machine Operator

Hose Build and Maintenance Technician

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Project Planning Advisor

Team Leader - Rivers

Geologist-Coal Quality

Senior PM - 3 waters

Water Services Operator

Landfill Operator

Underground Workshop Trades Assistant

3 Waters Treatment Operator

CCTV coding operator

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Restoration Project Advisor

Business Support Services Coordinator

Underground Diesel Fitter

Stores Person — Open Pit Workshop

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