Salary of Excavator Operator in New Zealand


NZD 67,623 / Annual
Based on 15 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum
NZD 57,600
Average salary
NZD 67,623
Maximum
NZD 72,960

Salary data updated: November 2026

Salary of Excavator Operator in New Zealand


  • West Coast, West Coast, New Zealand Recruit Plus Full-time

    We are seeking a skilled and reliable Excavator Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible...


  • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Lester Civil Limited Full-time

    Employment type: full-time, permanent Minimum Hours per week: at least 30 hours per week Job Duties: Operate excavators...


  • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Teng Wing Limited Full-time NZD 28 Permanent

    Excavator operators needed We are a well-established, Auckland based construction company. Now we are looking for 2...

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FAQ - Excavator Operator

The average salary for Excavator Operator is AUD67,623 per year in New Zealand. Salary estimates are based on 15 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Excavator Operator in New Zealand.

The lowest salary of Excavator Operator per year in New Zealand is AUD57,600

The highest salary for Excavator Operator per year in New Zealand is AUD72,960

Data updated: November 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in New Zealand. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 15 job postings with salary.