Salary of Excavator Operator in New Zealand 2026

How much does a Excavator Operator earn?

NZD 72,918 / Annual
Based on 9 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 72,918 Maximum: NZD 90,000

Minimum
NZD 57,600 Average salary
NZD 72,918 Maximum
NZD 90,000

NZD 6,076 / Monthly
Based on 9 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 4,800 Average salary: NZD 6,076 Maximum: NZD 7,500

Minimum
NZD 4,800 Average salary
NZD 6,076 Maximum
NZD 7,500

NZD 203 / Daily
Based on 9 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 160 Average salary: NZD 203 Maximum: NZD 250

Minimum
NZD 160 Average salary
NZD 203 Maximum
NZD 250

NZD 38 / Hourly
Based on 9 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 30 Average salary: NZD 38 Maximum: NZD 47

Minimum
NZD 30 Average salary
NZD 38 Maximum
NZD 47

Salary data updated: September 2026

Salary of Excavator Operator in New Zealand

Excavator Operator

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 1 day ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Remarkable People Full-time

Job Description We’re looking for an experienced Excavator Operator to join our clients' crew from the 3rd June...
Excavator Operator

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 1 day ago

NZ - Christchurch New Zealand Christchurch Our client Full-time

Our client is a local contractor in Christchurch, with ongoing projects around the Christchurch CBD and...
Excavator Operator

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 1 day ago

Mosgiel, Otago, New Zealand Isaac Group Full-time

About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and safety-focussed excavator operator to join our kerb and footpath...

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FAQ - Excavator Operator

The average salary for Excavator Operator is AUD72,918 per year in New Zealand. Salary estimates are based on 9 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 AUD90,000

Data updated: September 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: 9 job postings with salary.