4 Equipment Operator jobs in New Zealand

Do you have a passion for the agriculture sector ? We are looking for a committed Machine Operator who is also ready to take on a range of physically demanding farm labour tasks as a part of our team.

Hourly rate: $27 - $30 per hpur.

Guaranted hours: 30 per week.

Maximum hours:50 per week.

Location: Tauranga, Te Puna, Kati- Kati, Edgecumbe, Te puke.

1. Operate, maintain, and repair tractors and other farm machinery. 
2. Inspect tractors and attachments such as graders, rollers, and ploughs, ensuring they are properly serviced and lubricated. 
3. Use tractors to transport material and operate agriculture implements.
4. Carry out general farm duties including fencing, weed control, shed cleaning, and irrigation setup.
5. Load and unload materials, providing assistance with other manual labour as needed.
6. Report mechanical faults or operational concerns to the farm manager and other relevant parties.
7. Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of farm and work areas.
8. Follow all workplace health and safety guidelines.

Skills and Experience Required

1. valid class 1 driver's license.
2. forklift license.

We are looking for a Earth Moving Machine Operator for our client, you will be required to work in various sites across New Zealand, with weekly guaranteed hours of at least 30 and a gross hourly rate between $30 and $35 per hour.
In this role you will be part of a successful team, you will be responsible for deliveringthe highest quality workmanship.

Job Duties:

• Operating all sort of heavy earth moving machines, such as excavator, bulldozer,etc.
• Selecting, fitting and removing attachments for various heavy earth movingmachines.
• Working from drawings and instructions.
• Servicing and maintaining the equipment to make sure the good performance.
• Working closely with other project members to ensure health & safety rules areadhered to.

Experience:

• 1 year recent experience or more experience in operating excavators (12-30 Ton or30-40 Ton) is preferred.
• Experience in operating Articulated Dump Truck and associated civil constructionworks mobile plant is preferred.
• Skills in excavation (include trenching), loading and both bulk and final trim work.
• Skills in both rough cut and fine finishing work.
• Familiar with the use of GPS systems.
• A current driver’s license is essential (an overseas license is also acceptable).
• Attention to detail, hardworking and motivation.
• Must be willing to submit to a drug test and pass.
• Self-motivated and a pro-active attitude.

If you are looking for a rare opportunity, don’t delay, apply today.

Looking for experienced CNC Machine Operators 

This is a permanent full time role, working 40 hours a week, and up to potentially 45 hours per week over the busy season. 

The CNC Machine Operator and Part Filer/Nester is responsible for preparing accurate part files and nesting programs as well as running the CNC cutting machines efficiently and accurately. This role ensures customer requirements are correctly translated into production-ready documentation and programs and ensuring high-quality output while adhering to 
Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs) and safety protocols. This role requires the ability to work collaboratively across departments and with customers, strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment. 

Part Filing & Documentation
• Create part files from job bags provided by the Data Entry team.
• Ensure customer requirements are accurately reflected in job documentation.
• Email order confirmations to customers.
• Complete paperwork with a high level of accuracy.

Nesting & Program Preparation
• Prepare nests for CNC laser cutters and other machines.
• Use appropriate software to create programs for compiling nests.
• Ensure nests are optimised for material usage and machine efficiency.

Customer & Team Collaboration
• Liaise with customers to clarify job details and confirm requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth workflow.
• Assist in other areas of the business as required.

Machine Operation & Material Handling
• Operate CNC cutting machines with precision and efficiency.
• Apply correct cutting parameters for various materials to achieve optimal results.
• Interpret nests and specifications to determine suitable materials, methods, and machine settings.
• Retrieve and return materials from racks, ensuring clear and accurate marking.

Production Efficiency & Quality
• Maintain high throughput and production efficiency.
• Conduct general maintenance checks and monitor machine performance.
• Keep the CNC machine and surrounding work area clean and organised.
• Follow company SOPs to ensure consistent quality and safety standards.

Support & Collaboration
• Assist with dispatching completed jobs when required.
• Support cleaning, counting, and packing of jobs ready for dispatch.
• Collaborate with production team members to ensure smooth workflow.
• Be trained in forklift operation and assist with material movement as needed.
• Contribute to all aspects of production when required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• File Accuracy: Precision in part file creation and documentation.
• Nesting Efficiency: Optimisation of material usage and machine time.
• Customer Communication: Timely and professional handling of confirmations and queries.
• Workflow Support: Responsiveness and contribution to broader production tasks.
• Paperwork Quality: Consistent accuracy in job documentation and records.

Machine Efficiency: Jobs completed within expected timeframes and minimal downtime.
• Cutting Accuracy: Adherence to specifications with minimal errors or rework.
• Work Area Maintenance: Clean and organised machine zone maintained daily.
• Production Support: Responsiveness and contribution to dispatch and general production tasks.
• Safety & SOP Compliance: Consistent adherence to company procedures and safety standards.

Skills, Expereince and Education 

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Experience with nesting software and CNC programming tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Solid understanding of OSCS production workflows (training provided).
• Effective communication skills for customer and team interactions.
• Experience operating CNC cutting machines in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently.
• Forklift certification or willingness to be trained.
• Familiarity with production workflows and dispatch processes.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or production support roles preferred.