Construction Equipment Operator jobs in New Zealand
60 construction equipment operator jobs found: showing 1 - 50
Civil Operative
Company: Tradestaff |
Tradestaff is looking for an experienced Civil Operator to work across civil projects in Taupō. If you're confident... construction sites Complete earthworks, trenching, backfilling and site preparation Load, move and place materials accuratelyLocation: Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand
| Salary: NZ$30 - 36 per hour | Date posted: 15 Sep 2026
Driver Operator - Road Maintenance - Kaitaia
Company: Fulton Hogan |
Mō te tūranga | About the role We’re looking for an experienced Driver Operator to join our Far North team, based..., gravel and other surfacing materials, using a range of plant and equipment to help deliver quality road maintenanceLocation: Kaitaia, Northland, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 14 Sep 2026
Terminal Operator
Company: NES Fircroft |
Terminal Operator Seaview, Wellington Our client is one of the largest international energy companies, with a proud... Operator to join their dedicated team at their Wellington Bulk Fuel Terminal. This hands-on role offers full training and longLocation: Lower Hutt, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 13 Sep 2026
Specialist Operator
Company: Fulton Hogan |
Mō te tūranga | About the role Join our Timaru Contracting team as an Operator and help deliver good work that keeps... our communities moving. This is a hands-on role where you’ll operate a range of plant and equipment across civil and roading worksLocation: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 12 Sep 2026
Experienced Loader Operator - Mobile Crushing
Company: Fulton Hogan |
to join us as a Loader Operator in Ashburton and be part of a team doing Good Work that keeps communities moving. This is a hands-on role... across Ashburton and the wider Canterbury area. You’ll be working with modern plant and equipment, including a new Volvo L180K loaderLocation: Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 11 Sep 2026
Civil Operator
Company: Tradestaff |
Looking for your next opportunity in civil construction? Tradestaff is seeking experienced Civil Operators to join busy... civil construction crews delivering projects across Matamata. If you're confident operating machinery, have WTR endorsementsLocation: Matamata, Waikato, New Zealand
| Salary: NZ$30 - 34 per hour | Date posted: 11 Sep 2026
Operator
Company: unknown |
Higgins Hawke's Bay is looking for an experienced and motivated Operator to join our Surfacing & Sealing Team... rollers, loaders, tractors, and other surfacing and sealing plant and equipment Supporting chip sealing, asphalt pavingLocation: Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 10 Sep 2026
Vegetation Control Operator
Company: Downer Group |
to join our Transport and Infrastructure business as a Vegetation Control Operator based in Invercargill. In this role... techniques that meet contract specifications and environmental requirements. You will operate spray equipment, identify targetLocation: Invercargill, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 10 Sep 2026
Firmware Engineering Manager
Company: Trimble |
(IMU, GNSS, laser) to empower heavy equipment and increase operator productivity Directly influence the success of a world...Your Title: Firmware Engineering Manager Job Location: Christchurch, NZ Our Department: CCFS (Civil ConstructionLocation: Christchurch, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 09 Sep 2026
Night-shift - Roading Operator
Company: Adecco |
We are looking for a practical and reliable Maintenance Operator to join a supportive team working across a range... outdoors, is confident using tools and equipment, and can turn their hand to a variety of tasks. No two days will necessarilyLocation: Wellington, New Zealand
| Salary: NZ$30 - 38 per hour | Date posted: 08 Sep 2026
2x Cctv Operator
Company: ConsultANZ |
, construction, or underground infrastructure who is confident working with CCTV inspection systems. Main Dutie Operate... specialist CCTV equipment to inspect underground pipelines Identify and document defects, damage, blockages, and other pipelineLocation: Auckland, New Zealand
| Salary: NZ$35 per hour | Date posted: 07 Sep 2026
Vacuum Truck Operator
Company: Ventia |
with no two days the same About the Role Find your further with Ventia as a Vacuum Truck Operator – Stormwater Technician... a vacuum truck and associated equipment Driving and transporting waste to approved disposal facilities ServicingLocation: Kaikohe, Northland, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 07 Sep 2026
Warehouse Assistant - Bunnythorpe, Palmerston North
Company: Transpower |
infrastructure items essential to New Zealand's power supply, including long lead-time equipment and some very large, heavy... a positive attitude and a strong work ethic to our fast-paced environment. A competent and licensed forklift operator, you'llLocation: Bunnythorpe, Manawatu-Wanganui - Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 05 Sep 2026
Warehouse Assistant - Otahuhu, Auckland
Company: Transpower |
infrastructure items essential to New Zealand's power supply, including long lead-time equipment and some very large, heavy... a positive attitude and a strong work ethic to our fast-paced environment. A competent and licensed forklift operator, you'llLocation: Otahuhu, Auckland, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 05 Sep 2026
Operator
Company: Fulton Hogan |
Mō te tūranga | About the role We’re looking for an experienced Operator to join our West Coast IDC team to support... responsibilities Operate plant, machinery, and equipment safely and efficiently across IDC contract works. Support day-to-dayLocation: Greymouth, West Coast, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 03 Sep 2026
Machine Operator
Company: Fulton Hogan |
. What you’ll be doing As a Machine Operator you will Operator heavy machinery, and other road construction equipment, safely...Role Title: Machine Operator, Surfacing Location: Blenheim Contract Type: Fixed Term Opportunity – 1 October 2026Location: Blenheim, Marlborough, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 02 Sep 2026
Machine Operator - Central Highways
Company: Fulton Hogan |
to join our Central Highways Team. You'll operate and maintain civil construction plant and equipment to support highway maintenance... looking for someone with Class 2, 4 or 5 Driver Licence. WTR endorsements. Experience operating civil construction plant and equipmentLocation: Alexandra, Otago, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 02 Sep 2026
Experienced Chipseal Operators & Bitumen Sprayer Drivers
Company: unknown |
chipseal plant and equipment, including rollers, loaders, brooms, chip trucks, and specialist sealing equipment..., while contributing to quality, productivity, and safety on site. Current Opportunities Specialist Operator - Bitumen Sprayer DriverLocation: Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 01 Sep 2026
Excavator Operator
Company: Tradestaff |
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Excavator Operator to join our civil construction team. This role..., and will have a strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and productivity. About the Role: As an Excavator OperatorLocation: Auckland, New Zealand
| Salary: NZ$38 per hour | Date posted: 31 Aug 2026
Civil Machine Operator
Company: Adecco |
🚧 Civil Machine Operators Wanted | Christchurch 🚧 Are you an experienced civil operator who enjoys being behind the... Machine Operators to join busy civil construction crews across Christchurch. If you've got your Class 2 licence and WTRLocation: Christchurch, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 30 Aug 2026
Machine Operator
Company: Fulton Hogan |
Role Title: Water Cart/Loader Operator Location: Renwick Quarry, Marlborough Contract Type: Fixed Time... Join our Renwick Quarry team this summer! The Opportunity We are on the lookout for a hard-working Water Cart/Loader OperatorLocation: Renwick, Marlborough, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 29 Aug 2026
Lead Floorman And Floorman
Company: NES Fircroft |
Lead Floorman / Motorman and Floorman / Assistant Operator (Experienced) Geothermal and Oil & Gas Projects Location... initiative in New Zealand. LEAD FLOORMAN / MOTORMAN: You will support drilling operations, equipment inspections, servicingLocation: New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 29 Aug 2026
Tractor Driver
Company: Tradestaff |
throughout the Waikato. The work will be varied. One assignment could see you operating tractors within a civil construction... environment, while another could involve roadside work towing and operating mowing equipment. This isn't a role for someone whoLocation: Hamilton, New Zealand
| Salary: NZ$32 per hour | Date posted: 28 Aug 2026
Installer - Auto Electrician
Company: CSE Global |
of radio and other communication equipment into heavy vehicles, light vehicles, buildings, communications racks and huts... ability to get certificates and licenses such as Construction Industry White Card, EWP License, Working at Heights, 4WDLocation: Christchurch, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 27 Aug 2026
Heavy Machine/quarry Operator
Company: Watercare |
looking for a Mobile Plant Operator to support the ongoing rehabilitation of the Puketutu Island facility and the placement of biosolids.... Experience operating other machinery such as excavators, trucks, or similar equipment would be an advantage. As part of a smallLocation: Auckland, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 27 Aug 2026
Civil And Construction Roading Maintenance Crew Members
Company: HEB Construction |
! Birthday leave What will you be doing? As a Multi-Skilled Operator, you'll work across a range of civil construction... equipment. Ideally, you'll have: Civil construction, roading maintenance or infrastructure experience WTR endorsementsLocation: Canterbury, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 27 Aug 2026
Earthmoving Plant Operator (general)
Company: Tradestaff |
We're looking for an experienced Drill Rig / Pile Rig Operator to join a respected New Zealand owned and operated civil... construction contractor. The company specialises in drilling, piling, and foundation solutions across residential, commercialLocation: Hamilton, New Zealand
| Salary: NZ$34 - 37 per hour | Date posted: 27 Aug 2026
Experienced Nightshift Forklift Operator
Company: Niagara |
radiata pine products used across New Zealand and international construction markets. With a strong commitment to innovation... a motivated and experienced Nightshift Forklift Operator at our Kennington site. This hands-on, full-time role is idealLocation: Invercargill, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 26 Aug 2026
Chip Sealing Specialist Operator
Company: Fulton Hogan |
Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan We’re looking for a Chip Sealing Specialist Operator... closure schedules. Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities Operate chip sealing plant and equipment includingLocation: Auckland, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 26 Aug 2026
Operator
Company: unknown |
Higgins Green Team is looking for an experienced Asphalt Maintenance Operator to join our team working within the Port..., pothole repairs, and hand-laid asphalt work Supporting milling and paving operations Operating plant and equipmentLocation: Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 25 Aug 2026
Operators Wanted
Company: HW Richardson Group |
and strong work-life balance Modern, well-maintained fleet and equipment Variety of work across Southland and Otago Tight-knit... Operators Whether you're a seasoned operator or have transferable skills and a strong machinery background, we'd like to hearLocation: Invercargill, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 25 Aug 2026
Driver Operators
Company: Downer Group |
, operating equipment, and getting stuck in alongside the crew. You'll be an important part of our operations team, supporting...: Civil construction, maintenance, or infrastructure experience Excavator operating experience Experience with ConcreteLocation: Dunedin, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 24 Aug 2026
Class 4 / 5 Driver Operator's
Company: HW Richardson Group |
? Driving and operating Class 4 and Class 5 vehicles Transporting construction materials, plant, and equipment... to and from sites Operating civil construction plant and equipment, including loaders, rollers, excavators, and other machineryLocation: Invercargill, New Zealand
| Salary: NZ$28 - 35 per hour | Date posted: 24 Aug 2026
Class 5 Driver/storeperson
Company: Mitre 10 |
Current Forklift Operator Certificate Current F Endorsement Soud knowledge of safe loading and load restraint requirements... and warehouse equipment Ability to pick, pack and process customer orders Desirable Hiab crane experience and/or certificationLocation: New Zealand, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 24 Aug 2026
Operator
Company: unknown |
to a positive team environment. What you'll be doing Operating excavators and other civil construction plant and equipment...Higgins Wairarapa is looking for an experienced and motivated Operator to join our growing team. With a strong pipelineLocation: Wairarapa, Wellington, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 24 Aug 2026
Pavement Marker / Roadmarking Operator
Company: Downer Group |
Full PPE and safety equipment provided Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities Employee... / Roadmarking Operator to join our Roadmarking team in the Upper South Island. This is more than just painting lines. You'll playLocation: Christchurch, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 20 Aug 2026
Machine Operator
Company: Fulton Hogan |
operation of various items of construction equipment and heavy plant. You will be working on projects for internal and external... responsibilities Complete all necessary pre-start and machinery checks Operate heavy vehicles, and other road construction equipmentLocation: Murchison, Nelson-Tasman, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 20 Aug 2026
Horizontal Directional Driller
Company: Tradestaff |
construction skills Hands-on involvement with modern drilling equipment and techniques PPE provided where required Support...Tradestaff is looking for an experienced Horizontal Directional Driller (HDD Operator) to join civil and undergroundLocation: Auckland, New Zealand
| Salary: NZ$35 - 42 per hour | Date posted: 19 Aug 2026
Construction Foreperson
Company: Fulton Hogan |
to join our Construction team in Central Otago. You'll lead crews on-site while operating grader equipment to deliver high-quality final trim... site crews to safely deliver construction activities to programme. Operate grader equipment to achieve precise final trimLocation: Alexandra, Otago, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 11 Aug 2026
Asphalt Plant Operator
Company: Downer Group |
looking for an Asphalt Plant Operator to join our team in Dunedin. This is a hands-on role where you'll be responsible for producing high... operating civil, quarry, asphalt or manufacturing plant equipment Willingness and flexibility to travel and work awayLocation: Dunedin, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 10 Aug 2026
Mill Operator
Company: Downer Group |
Matu | Important Skills We're looking for a reliable and safety-focused operator who takes pride in their equipment...Job Category: Frontline Trades and Labour Job Description: We're looking for an experienced Mill OperatorLocation: Christchurch, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 06 Aug 2026
Plant Operator
Company: Downer Group |
Wellington and Manawatū regions. As a Plant Operator, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality civil... construction and maintenance projects by operating excavators and other civil plant safely and efficiently. You'll be partLocation: Wellington, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 05 Aug 2026
Driver/operator
Company: Downer Group |
Operator to join our team. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys operating plant and equipment, takes pride... benefits including discounts and wellbeing support Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity As a Driver Operator, you'llLocation: Gisborne, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 31 Jul 2026
Sprayer Operator
Company: Downer Group |
Operator to join our team in Gisborne. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in operating specialist equipment, and want... Sprayer Operator, you'll play a critical role in delivering chip sealing and surfacing works across Gisborne and wider NorthLocation: Gisborne, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 30 Jul 2026
Plant Operator - Green Vision
Company: Downer Group |
Plant Operator - Green Vision will be operating plant such as loaders, excavators and mobile crushing and screening... equipment. This involves stock movement, sifting and digging piles to load into mobile crushers and screens, as wellLocation: Auckland, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 30 Jul 2026
Driver Class 5 / Heavy Maintenance Operator
Company: unknown |
We are looking for an experienced Driver Class 5 / Heavy Maintenance Operator to join our team in Napier. This role... involves operating heavy trucks, plant, and machinery to support our projects and ensure materials and equipment are deliveredLocation: Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 27 Jul 2026
Crane Operator / Rigger / Dogman
Company: AllRecruits Ltd |
Crane Operator / Dogman Location Dunedin Position Summary The Crane Operator/Dogman is responsible for safely... building construction. This role involves lifting, positioning, and installing structural steel components while ensuringLocation: Dunedin, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 23 Jul 2026
Plant Operator
Company: Fulton Hogan |
Role Title: Bitumen/Emulsion Plant Operator Location: Nelson Contract Type: Full Time Welcome to our Fulton Hogan... Family The Opportunity Due to retirement, we have a rare opportunity for a motivated plant operator to join our tightLocation: New Zealand, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 22 Jul 2026
Switching Operator
Company: Omexom |
Looking for your next big opportunity? We've got an exciting Switching Operator role just for you! In this position... of network equipment that is not safe or functional. Completing all required paperwork and records within specified timeframesLocation: Wellington - Upper Hutt, New Zealand
| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 21 Jul 2026
Driver Operator
Company: Downer Group |
, you will support our Road Construction and Maintenance crews by operating Class 5 vehicles and plant equipment while assisting with the... opportunity to join our Transport and Infrastructure business as a Driver Operator based in Taumarunui. In this role