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Machine operators

Here's a peek at what the job scene is looking like for Construction & roading workers, employed as Machine operators:

So, what's the pay like?

The average salary for Machine operators is $70,000.

So, what's job demand like?

We have 271 vacancies for Machine operators.

So, where are the most vacancies?

Canterbury is in the lead, posting 57 openings, Auckland following with 55 and Otago in third, with 41 job listings.

So, who's getting paid the most according to Trade Me listings?

The top paid Machine operator job is a crane-rig operator, generally paid the highest average salary at $80,000.

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Digger Operator

Listed today

Christchurch City, Canterbury

Looking for someone Hard working and reliable to join our team. Career progression and ongoing opportunities for the right person.

$30 - $40 per hour

Career progression and ongoing opportunities
Competitive Salary
Immediate start

Quick apply

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Heavy Machine Operators

Listed today

Wellington, Wellington

Operate a range of heavy machinery such as excavators, dumpers, graders working in construction, drainage & earthworks.

Career Growth Opportunities + Temp to Perm Opportunities + Potential to upskill
Full-time Ongoing Work + Monday to Friday + Optional weekend work when required
Competitive Hourly rate + Weekly Pay + Annual Leave + Kiwisaver + Sick Pay

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Roller Driver Positions

Listed today

Whangarei, Northland

Skilled Roller Drivers wanted in Whangarei! Big hours, PPE provided. Join a trusted team - immediate start!

Join a team supporting one of Whangarei's leading civil infrastructure clients
Work across multiple projects
Immediate start with all PPE provided - secure your spot today!

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Class 2-5 Drivers

Listed today

Queenstown-Lakes, Otago

Class 2-5 drivers, join our civil crew! Deliver materials, support sites and work on exciting construction projects.

Join a hardworking team on diverse and exciting civil sites
Secure long-term opportunities with career growth
Competitive pay + great team environment

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Final Trim Operator

Listed today

North Shore City, Auckland

We’re looking for experienced Final Trim Operators with WTR licenses to work on a civil site in Orewa

$30 - $40 per hour

ASAP start for the right person
Weekly pay + 8% holiday
Casual to Permanent for the correct person

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Drainage Excavator Operator (BOP)

Listed yesterday

Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty

Do you have experience in drainage and can operate an excavator? Let's talk!

Drainage experience and Class 2 WTR required
Great pay plus heaps of extra employee benefits
Career development opportunity within an awesome team

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Class 5 Truck & Trailer Drivers - Canterbury

8 days ago

Christchurch City, Canterbury

$35-37/hour + weekly pay! Long-term roles for skilled Class 5 drivers with a respected civil and earthmoving company in Canterbury.

$35-37/hour + weekly pay
Long-term, steady work possible
New MAC trucks & supportive team

Full-time, Contract

Machine Operator

Listed yesterday

Invercargill, Southland

We currently have an opportunity for a Machine Operator within our Water Department covering the Southland Region.

Great variety of interesting work!
Permanent Full-time position!
Well respected & high performing team!

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Final Trim Operator

Listed yesterday

North Shore City, Auckland

Operate machinery to tight tolerances on civil projects. Must be experienced in final trim, GPS systems, and earthworks. Ongoing work available

Immediate starts available for the right operators
Full PPE provided at no cost
Temp to perm opportunities with reputable civil contractors

Be an early applicant

Civil Operators, Drivers and Labourers

Listed yesterday

Napier, Hawke's Bay

Civil Operators, Drivers and Labourers

Machine Operators
Class 4 & 5 Drivers
Labourers

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HIAB OPERATORS WANTED

15 days ago

Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty

Pollock Cranes is a family operated business with a solid reputation. Permanent fulltime with positions in Tauranga and Hamilton available.

Quick apply

Heavy Machinery Operator

Listed yesterday

Marlborough, Marlborough

AWF Blenheim is looking for experienced Machine Operators for a range of civil projects across Marlborough.

Work on diverse projects with leading civil companies in the Marlborough region
Work with a team, with a strong focus on Health & Safety
Weekly pay

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Dump Truck Operator

Listed yesterday

North Shore City, Auckland

Got Moxy experience? Auckland civil sites need you.

Work Sites Across Auckland
$28.00 - $30.00 per hour + 8% Holiday pay - PAID WEEKLY
Ongoing, full-time work with long-term potential

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Driver Class 2 - 5

2 days ago

Central Otago, Otago

Our clients in Dunedin and Central Otago have indicated they are seeking NZ Experienced Class 2-5 Civil Drivers

Foot in the door
Temp to perm opportunities
New year, new gig

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Experienced Excavator Operator

2 days ago

Porirua, Wellington

Looking for a Full Time Excavator Operator conversant with GPS equipment and final trim operations. Minimum 5 years operating in Civil Construction

Ongoing training
Competitive pay, good bunch of guys to work with
Well established company with being in the industry for over 60 years

Quick apply

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Grader Operator – Civil Construction

9 days ago

Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty

We are looking for an experienced Grader Operator to join a well-established civil construction team.

Work-Life Balance
Competitive Hourly Rate & Remuneration
Career Development

Full-time, Permanent

Dump Truck Driver | Roller Driver | Multiple Posit

9 days ago

Christchurch City, Canterbury

We're recruiting several experienced Dump Truck / Roller Drivers for ongoing civil and earthworks projects.

$28-$30 per hour, paid weekly with consistent hours
Ongoing roles supporting roading, bulk earthworks, and subdivision works
Structured sites with clear direction and strong site leadership

Full-time, Contract

Directional Driller

2 days ago

Hastings, Hawke's Bay

Our client is a Civil company who are looking for someone who has had experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling aswell as locator experience.

ASAP start
Great payrate to reflect your experience.
A well-respected company that will invest in your career

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Class 2 Civil

2 days ago

Palmerston North, Manawatu / Whanganui

We're looking for a reliable Class 2/WTR Labourer to drive, operate machinery, and assist with hands-on civil site work across the Manawatu region.

Weekly pay, PPE provided, and opportunities for permanent employment.
Hands-on role combining driving, machinery operation, and on-site labouring for skill development.
Build your civil career with a long-standing, well-respected local company.

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Concrete Truck Driver - Class 4

2 days ago

Nelson, Nelson / Tasman

Concrete Driver Class 4 About the role In this role, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating ready mix concrete trucks

Quick apply

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Skilled Excavator Operator

2 days ago

Auckland City, Auckland

If you’re motivated, experienced, and ready to shows your operating skills, we’d love to hear from you!

Ongoing training and development
Competitive pay
Work with a respected company in the civil construction industry

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Digger Operator

2 days ago

Christchurch City, Canterbury

If your idea of a good day involves dirt, diesel, and a decent crew then Boots on, sleeves up - we’ve got opportunities to kickstart 2026

Confirmed work starting 2026 - not “maybe” projects
Opportunity to upskill and progress into skilled civil roles
$28 – $34 per hour depending on experience

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