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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 Machine operators salary is $67,000, remaining consistent over the last 12 months.

So, what's job demand like?

We have 297 vacancies for Machine operators, an 18% jump in job listings over the last 3 months.

So, where are the most vacancies?

Auckland is in the lead, posting 56 vacancies, Canterbury following with 44 and Waikato in third, with 42 job listings.

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

The top paid Machine operator job is a plant operators – antarctica (2024/2025 season), generally paid the highest average salary at $105,000.

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Civil Machine Operators

Listed today

Auckland City, Auckland

We are currently looking for a motivated Civil Operator to operate and maintain heavy machinery and equipment on our construction sites.

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Class 2 Driver

Listed today

Christchurch City, Canterbury

CLASS 2 DRIVER - Christchurch Based - WTR Training - Immediate Start The Role – Driving a class 2 tipper picking up and

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Demolition Machine Operator

Listed today

Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty

Experienced Demolition Machine Operator Required

Leading Local Demo Company
Sole Charge / Independent Role
Long Term potential

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Class 2 - Hydro Vac

yesterday

Manukau City, Auckland

Hydro Vac operators required to start immediately - must hold a minimum of Class 2 (Class 4 bonus). Hard working and willing to get out of the seat.

Up-skilling & on the job training
Leading organisation in the Hydro Vac space
Career progression

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Machine Operator

yesterday

Central Hawke's Bay, Hawke's Bay

Machine operator working for an established Civil Company in the North Island.

* Well-established company in the Tauranaga/ Hawkes Bay Region
* Committed to quality and innovation
* Seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join the team.

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Commercial Drainlayer

yesterday

Christchurch City, Canterbury

This leading civil contractor based in Christchurch specialises in commercial site works drainage projects. Keen to test yourself? Apply Now!

$40 - $45 per hour

Monday to Friday work hours, enjoy your weekends
Work vehicle with weekend use
Christchurch based projects, no out of town work

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Grader Operator

yesterday

Christchurch City, Canterbury

This premier long standing civil contractor based in Christchurch specialises in subdivisions, commercial site works & roading projects. Apply Now!

$40 - $45 per hour

Modern machines with GPS controls
40 hours guaranteed weekly for wet weather, 50 plus hours per week on average
Monday to Friday work hours with Saturday's optional

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HIAB OPERATOR WANTED

yesterday

Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty

Pollock Cranes is a family operated business with a solid reputation. We operate from the Bay Of Plenty, Waikato and Auckland.

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CRANE OPERATORS

yesterday

Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty

Pollock Cranes is a family operated business with a solid reputation. We operate from the Bay Of Plenty, Waikato and Auckland.

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Drainlayer

yesterday

Christchurch City, Canterbury

Drainlayers! We have permanent full-time positions with leading civil, commercial and residential drainage contractors that you wouldn't know about!

$30 - $45 per hour

Civil Drainlayers - up to $45 an hour + vehicle
Commercial Drainlayers - up to $45 an hour + vehicle
Residential Drainlayers - up to $40 an hour + vehicle

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Residential Drainlayer | Apprentice

yesterday

Christchurch City, Canterbury

The leading residential drainage contractor based in Christchurch is looking for their next drainage superstar to join their high performing tea.

$25 - $35 per hour

Monday to Friday work hours, 7:30am - 5pm and a 3:30pm Friday knock off!
New residential drainage installation works and exposure to commercial works on occasions
Genuine career path to obtain Drainage Registration | Certification

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Class 2 Full Landscape Operator

yesterday

Christchurch City, Canterbury

Fantastic opportunity to work for an internationally renowned company for construction & arggregate!

Ongoing work
Immediate Start
Great Location

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Telehandler Operator

2 days ago

Christchurch City, Canterbury

Labouring and operating Telehandler

Commercial based site
Possible immediate start
Long term project

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Class 2 Driver - Civil/Carpentry Skills Required

2 days ago

Hurunui, Canterbury

This role offers variety from day to day with a range of skills required, Hand and power tool operation, small plant operation and Class 2 driving.

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Piling Rig Operator

2 days ago

Auckland City, Auckland

We are looking for talented Drilling Rig operators to join one of our well-established civil clients in Auckland Region.

$35-$40 per hour plus all entitlements
Learn and earn with respected Contractor
Opportunity to enter Civil Trades programme -

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Excavator Operator

3 days ago

Queenstown-Lakes, Otago

Fulltime job available in QT for an experienced excavator operator - payrate depends on your experience - apply now for a confidential chat!

Queenstown Location
Negotiable hourly rate dependent on your experience
Possible ute available for the right applicant

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Civil Machine, Digger and Hydrovac Operators

3 days ago

Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty

Work with excellent Civil brands across exciting projects attached to Civil Machine Operation, Digger Operation, and Hydrovac Class 2 Operation!

Temporary Assignments with the potential for Permanent Placements.
Competitive Pay.
Excellent brands with large project scopes.

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Grader Operators

4 days ago

Waitakere City, Auckland

NO VISA SPONSORSHIPS! Grader operator looking for work to keep yourself busy over winter? Call Jonty today!

NO VISA SPONSORSHIPS
$35ph - $37ph depending on your licences and operating ability
At least 2 years' experience with operating graders

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Forklift Driver

4 days ago

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Forklift Drivers Wanted - Call Shannon on 021532310

Competitive rates
Training & Progression opportunities
Immediate start

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Civil Operator

4 days ago

Invercargill, Southland

Are you looking for a change and keen to get into a new opportunity.

Competitive hourly rate
Learn new skills
Great team environment

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Machine Operator

4 days ago

Hamilton, Waikato

Our client is looking for people who have experience in operating heavy machinery in either civil, forestry or quarry work.

Competitive Wages
Immediate Start
Training and development opportunities

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Spider Crane Operator required

4 days ago

Waitakere City, Auckland

Immediate start for a crane operator with Spider Crane experience based in Auckland.

Excellent pay rate on offer
Leading Civil organisation
Immediate start

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