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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?

At $68,000 the average salary for Machine operators has been consistent over the last 12 months.

So, what's job demand like?

So, where are the most vacancies?

Canterbury is in the lead, posting 86 job vacancies, Auckland following with 54 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 title is a crane-rig operator, generally paid the highest average salary at $80,000. Followed by a drainlayer & grader operator who could generally receive around $76,000.

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Civil Class 5 Driver

Palmerston North, Manawatu / Whanganui

We're seeking a Class 5 Driver for civil projects in the Manawatu (Road Ranger experience required)

Weekly pay, PPE provided, long-term opportunities available
Operate Class 5 truck & trailer units, dumpers, and road ranger gearboxes
Local Manawatu civil projects

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Class 2 Labourer

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.
Class 2 & WTR required

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Digger Operator / Site Leader

Manukau City, Auckland

Do you want to work with a great bunch of people, have weekends off, have a social club and great bosses

$30 - $40 per hour

Ongoing training and support
Competitive salary
Well established team

Telehandler Operator

Rodney, Auckland

Groundfix is a national award-winning specialist civil and geotechnical contracting firm who are renowned for high quality work and technical

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Selwyn, Canterbury

A & K Cranes Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Crane Operator to join our growing team in the South Island.

$30 - $40 per hour

• Competitive pay rates (based on experience and responsibility)
• Long-term career prospects in a growing company
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

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Loader Operator - Asphalt Plant

Hamilton, Waikato

Join the Green Team in Hamilton as a Loader Operator at our Asphalt Plant. Great pay, benefits, career growth.

Attractive hourly rate and employee perks
Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week
Career growth and training

Be an early applicant

Experience Excavator Operator

Listed yesterday

North Shore City, Auckland

Ideal applicants must have experience with GPS operations!

Competitive pay rates
Secure work before Christmas
Paid weekly

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Truck driver and a tar sprayer operator

Western Bay Of Plenty, Bay Of Plenty

Looking for a truck driver class 4 and 5 and a tar sprayer driver, Class 1.

Good pay based on experience
Opportunity to grow within the company
Training and upskilling provided

Operators / class 4 truck driver - (Utilities)

Listed yesterday

Queenstown-Lakes, Otago

We're looking for a team player experienced in Civil Construction and utilities to help our Central Otago Team with a large forward work program.

$35 - $50 per hour

Ongoing training and development
Competitive salary
Family owned and operated business

Be an early applicant

Civil Excavator Operator - Wellington

Listed yesterday

Porirua, Wellington

Seeking a skilled Excavator Operator with a solid background in civil contracting to join our team

Medical insurance/profit share
Competitive rate
Training and progression opportunities

Be an early applicant

Compactor, Tractor & Digger Operators - EOI

Manukau City, Auckland

Expressions of Interest wanted for Compactor, Tractor & Digger Operators, for upcoming Civil, Construction & Roading projects based in South Auckland

Paid weekly
Past experience in similar role is essential
Full PPE provided

Full-time, Contract

Construction Operator / Class 5 Driver

Bring your Construction Operator experience, class 5 license and passion for driving & apply today!

Full forward workload
Great team environment
Varied range of exciting projects

Full-time, Permanent

Experienced Machinery Operators

Listed yesterday

Marlborough, Marlborough

Experienced Machinery Operators

• Competitive Hourly Rates
• Chance to live in Marlborough Region.
• Family atmosphere with great support and people.

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Construction Operator

Apply now and take your next step as a Construction Operator with one of New Zealand’s leading civil construction companies!

Varied range of exciting projects
Full forward workload
Great team environment

Full-time, Permanent

Drainage Operator

Apply now and help deliver innovative, robust drainage infrastructure for communities throughout Dunedin & the wider Otago region.

Be part of a great culture working in a collaborative environment
Join a growing NZ owned and operated company
Varied range of exciting projects

Full-time, Permanent

Telehandler Operator

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Drive big results! Operate telehandlers to lift, move and position materials safely while keeping major projects on track.

Ongoing work + Weekly pay
Career growth opportunities
Be a part of shaping Lower Hutt's Future

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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

Be an early applicant

OPERATORS WANTED

Buller, West Coast

Seeking mining and civil operators (experience is preferred) to join our team.

Heavy Diesel Mechanic - 10371

Waikato, Waikato

You’ll bring professional skills and experience, providing maintenance services to mobile plant machinery.

A company that lives by its core values
Tool allowance
Health and life insurance

Full-time, Permanent

Drainage Operator

Hamilton, Waikato

Join our team as a Drainage Operator! Work on the Waikato District Council northern road maintenance and renewals contract.

Be part of a significant maintenance project for the Waikato region
Competitive hourly rate + guaranteed 40 hours per week + company benefits for you and your family
Opportunities to progress - grow your career with full support

Be an early applicant

Experienced Civil & Labouring All-Rounder Wanted!!

Christchurch City, Canterbury

Are you a reliable, hands-on professional with experience in civil works and general labouring ready to hit the ground running?

$30 - $40 per hour

All PPE Gear supplied
Competative Salary
Very well establised company

Class 2 WTR Operator

Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty

We are seeking experienced and safety-conscious Class 2 WTR Operators to join our growing Tauranga team.

Competitive Weekly pay + Holiday pay + Kiwi Saver.
Multiple Short and Long Term Opportunities Available.
Opportunities to be put through training and development.

Be an early applicant

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