Control Operator Full Time Jobs in All Canterbury, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Production Technician – Polyurethane Manufacturing

at Polyurethane services limited, trading as PSL Foamtec

This is a Full time job

Bromley, Canterbury

$75,000 – $90,000 per year

Varied technical work across three disciplines
$75K–$90K + clear progression
Established NZ manufacturer, 50 years strong

Varied technical work across three disciplines
$75K–$90K + clear progression
Established NZ manufacturer, 50 years strong

Specialist NZ polyurethane manufacturer seeks skilled production technician. RIM, sheet foam & spray application. $75K–$90K. Christchurch.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Production operator

at Method Building Systems (Formance)

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28.95 – $30.95 per hour

Training provided — learn a specialised manufacturing skill
Competitive hourly rate

Training provided — learn a specialised manufacturing skill
Competitive hourly rate

We're looking for a motivated and reliable Production Operators/Workers to join our panel manufacturing team at our Christchurch factory

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Listed twenty seven days ago

Production operator

at Method Building Systems (Formance)

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28.95 – $30.95 per hour

Training provided — learn a specialised manufacturing skill
Competitive hourly rate

Training provided — learn a specialised manufacturing skill
Competitive hourly rate

We're looking for a motivated and reliable Production Operators/Workers to join our panel manufacturing team at our Christchurch factory

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

27d ago

Listed nine days ago

Machine Operator

at CanRecruit

This is a Full time job

Wigram, Canterbury

Wigram Location
Ongoing work, Monday-Friday
Weekly pay + PPE Provided

Wigram Location
Ongoing work, Monday-Friday
Weekly pay + PPE Provided

Our client, based in Wigram is after a machine operation superstar to join their manufacturing team!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Production Technician – Polyurethane Manufacturing

at Polyurethane services limited, trading as PSL Foamtec

This is a Full time job

Bromley, Canterbury

$75,000 – $90,000 per year

Varied technical work across three disciplines
$75K–$90K + clear progression
Established NZ manufacturer, 50 years strong

Varied technical work across three disciplines
$75K–$90K + clear progression
Established NZ manufacturer, 50 years strong

Specialist NZ polyurethane manufacturer seeks skilled production technician. RIM, sheet foam & spray application. $75K–$90K. Christchurch.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Production Operator (Forklift Operator) - Afternoon Shift

at CHEP, A Brambles Company

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive hourly rate
4 day work week - 40 hours worked Mon - Thurs on afternoon shift
Forklift experience and full drivers licence required, F endorsement preferred

Competitive hourly rate
4 day work week - 40 hours worked Mon - Thurs on afternoon shift
Forklift experience and full drivers licence required, F endorsement preferred

Busy, hands on role with clear purpose. Come and join a great team where full training in a variety of tasks is provided!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12d ago

Listed nine days ago

Yard Controller

at JOYN

This is a Full time job

Rangiora, Canterbury

Sole charge site management role with lots of variety
Established and well known business with an excellent reputation
Excellent salary and a great team

Sole charge site management role with lots of variety
Established and well known business with an excellent reputation
Excellent salary and a great team

Do you have a background in civil machinery or access hire? Bring your skills to Trico and help us grow.

subClassification: Automotive TradesAutomotive Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

CNC Mill Operators

at JOYN

This is a Full time job

Middleton, Canterbury

Day and late shift roles available
Excellent hourly rate plus overtime opportunities
Full time hours over four or five days, weekdays only, great team & work culture

Day and late shift roles available
Excellent hourly rate plus overtime opportunities
Full time hours over four or five days, weekdays only, great team & work culture

A rewarding CNC operation role with a leading orthopaedic instrument manufacturer

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Machine Operator

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Join WM as a Machine Operator in Christchurch, ensuring safe and efficient operation of processing equipment.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Machine Operator

at Hellers

This is a Full time job

Kaiapoi, Canterbury

Kaiapoi location – 15 minutes' drive from Central Christchurch
Free, secure, on-site carparking
Free product for team members every week

Kaiapoi location – 15 minutes' drive from Central Christchurch
Free, secure, on-site carparking
Free product for team members every week

We’re on the lookout for a motivated Machine Operators to join our Ready To Eat (RTE) production team.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

15h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Operator/Driver

at Canterbury Environmental Services Ltd T/ A HydroVac South Island

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $40 per hour

Canterbury Owned and Operated Company
Competitive Wage
Company Cellphone and Tablet

Canterbury Owned and Operated Company
Competitive Wage
Company Cellphone and Tablet

HydroVac is proud to be a New Zealand-owned and operated business.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

CNC Setter Operator

at A W Fraser Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $45 per hour

Utilise state-of-the-art CNC multi-axis lathes
Innovative shift pattern – one paid week off each month
Innovative shift pattern – one paid week off each month

Utilise state-of-the-art CNC multi-axis lathes
Innovative shift pattern – one paid week off each month
Innovative shift pattern – one paid week off each month

Are you just starting out in your CNC career? Or are you a Setting Superstar with a decade of experience? Either way we want to hear from you!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

14d ago

Listed eight days ago

Security Guard

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Burnham, Canterbury

Are you looking for a fresh start, change or new challenge?
Four days on, four days off roster – guaranteed hours
Burnham location, permanent security opportunity

Are you looking for a fresh start, change or new challenge?
Four days on, four days off roster – guaranteed hours
Burnham location, permanent security opportunity

Join a supportive and professional team of dedicated security guards

subClassification: Security ServicesSecurity Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed seven days ago

Vegetation Control Operator - Timaru

at Delta

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Looking for someone with commercial mowing experience
Must be physically capable, and enjoy working flexible hours, outdoors
Join a supportive and progressive South Island organization

Looking for someone with commercial mowing experience
Must be physically capable, and enjoy working flexible hours, outdoors
Join a supportive and progressive South Island organization

We are looking for a Vegetation Control Operator to join the team in Timaru.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

7d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Industrial Electrician / Programmer 2 roles

at Geraldine Electrical Limited

This is a Full time job

Geraldine, Canterbury

$43 – $50 per hour

Earn Top Dollar with our above average Hourly Rate
Loyalty rewards and career growth opportunities
Work with a fantastic crew on some really interesting projects

Earn Top Dollar with our above average Hourly Rate
Loyalty rewards and career growth opportunities
Work with a fantastic crew on some really interesting projects

Exciting opportunities for a NZ Qualified Industrial Electrician specialising in PLC Programming & Automation

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed nine days ago

Production Management Trainee

at McCain Foods (NZ) Limited

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Fast‑track your leadership career with a global brand
Gain hands-on experience across all manufacturing process areas - “farm to fork”
Blend formal training, self-directed study, and on-the-job experiences

Fast‑track your leadership career with a global brand
Gain hands-on experience across all manufacturing process areas - “farm to fork”
Blend formal training, self-directed study, and on-the-job experiences

Ready to turn your degree into real‑world impact? Accelerate your career with McCain's Production Management Trainee Program.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Spray Operator

at Citycare Property

This is a Full time job

Burnside, Canterbury

Spray and control vegetation across Christchurch’s open spaces to high standards
Full-time, Monday–Friday role with training, support, and quality PPE provided
Join a values-driven Kiwi organisation

Spray and control vegetation across Christchurch’s open spaces to high standards
Full-time, Monday–Friday role with training, support, and quality PPE provided
Join a values-driven Kiwi organisation

Keep Christchurch’s parks thriving as a Spray Operator—hands-on outdoor work, strong team culture, training, and PPE provided.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

13d ago

Listed twelve days ago