Digger & Excavator Operator Jobs

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?

We have 247 vacancies for Machine operators, a 23% jump in roles over the last 3 months.

So, where are the most vacancies?

Canterbury is in the lead, posting 61 vacancies, Auckland following with 46 and Bay Of Plenty in third, with 27 job listings.

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

The top paid Machine operator job title is a drainlayer, generally paid the highest average salary at $83,000. Followed by a concrete pump operator & experienced excavator operator who could generally receive around $76,000.