Operations Engineer Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Production Engineer - Relocate to Timaru

at People Inc Group Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Generous base plus bonus and relocation

Drive improvements across processes, SOPs, and systems
Key role in fast-growing SME with visible impact
Competitive package including salary, bonus and relocation support

Drive improvements across processes, SOPs, and systems
Key role in fast-growing SME with visible impact
Competitive package including salary, bonus and relocation support

Drive improvements across production processes, SOPs, and manufacturing systems within this growing NZ manufacturer.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Engineering Manager

at New Zealand Health Manufacturing

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

Directly impact site performance
Drive continuous improvement and innovation
No two-days are the same

Directly impact site performance
Drive continuous improvement and innovation
No two-days are the same

Engineering Manager leading site maintenance, equipment management and engineering team in natural health manufacturing.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

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Listed eighteen hours ago

Senior Operations Engineer

at Technical Recruitment Solutions

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

NZD 115000 - 125000 per annum

Join an innovative NZ company
Work in medical devices and make a difference
Senior role for an engineer with 5+ years’ experience

Join an innovative NZ company
Work in medical devices and make a difference
Senior role for an engineer with 5+ years’ experience

Bring your strong process or manufacturing engineering background to bridge the gap between product development & commercial manufacturing operations

Recruited byOlivia Lawrence

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

18h ago

Listed two days ago

Operations Engineer Wastewater Transmission

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!

Support the performance and reliability of critical wastewater infrastructure
Build your engineering experience in this varied and challenging role
Must have full, clean NZ Drivers Licence.

Support the performance and reliability of critical wastewater infrastructure
Build your engineering experience in this varied and challenging role
Must have full, clean NZ Drivers Licence.

Join our Wastewater Transmission team as an Operations Engineer delivering asset performance, projects and compliance for community impact.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Production Operations Engineer

at Aroa Biosurgery

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

Easy Motorway access and based in Airport Oaks
NZ medical device company with an inspiring purpose
Variety of employee benefits and growth opportunities

Easy Motorway access and based in Airport Oaks
NZ medical device company with an inspiring purpose
Variety of employee benefits and growth opportunities

Opportunity for someone to work in manufacturing environment and to make a tangible impact on operational performance and product quality

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Junior Operations Engineer

at Valocity Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Global award-winning fintech
Innovative, AI-driven product used by lenders, valuers and insurers worldwide
Genuine career growth in a scaling NZ software company

Global award-winning fintech
Innovative, AI-driven product used by lenders, valuers and insurers worldwide
Genuine career growth in a scaling NZ software company

Help keep the tech running at one of New Zealand's most awarded property fintechs - join Valocity now.

subClassification: Networks & Systems AdministrationNetworks & Systems Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Team Lead | Senior Cloud Operations Engineer

at Hamilton Barnes

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

$110,000 – $130,000 per year

Hands on leadership across Azure and hybrid cloud environments
Drive automation, CI CD, and operational platform improvements
High impact role shaping cloud operations maturity and reliability

Hands on leadership across Azure and hybrid cloud environments
Drive automation, CI CD, and operational platform improvements
High impact role shaping cloud operations maturity and reliability

Team Lead Cloud Ops Engineer Azure hybrid environment hands on leadership automation CI CD and production support Auckland based role

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Manufacturing Data & Performance Engineer

at Aroa Biosurgery

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

Easy Motorway access and based in Airport Oaks
NZ medical device company with an inspiring purpose
Variety of employee benefits and growth opportunities

Easy Motorway access and based in Airport Oaks
NZ medical device company with an inspiring purpose
Variety of employee benefits and growth opportunities

Enjoys turning complex manufacturing data into clear insights that support better decision-making this role is for you

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

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

2d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Principal Water Services Operations Engineer

at Western Bay of Plenty District Council

This is a Full time job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

How does five weeks annual leave, medical insurance and flexible working sound?
Do you want to drive real operational improvements with district-wide impact?
Do you like to own complex challenges?

How does five weeks annual leave, medical insurance and flexible working sound?
Do you want to drive real operational improvements with district-wide impact?
Do you like to own complex challenges?

This is a senior technical role for an experienced water services professional who wants to make a real operational impact.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15d ago

Listed two days ago

Logistics & Operations Support Co-Ordinator

at Ewing Construction Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work closely with workshop personnel, project teams, suppliers, and management to ensure our operations run efficiently and projects fully supported.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

2d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Technical Operations Coordinator

at Dalton Electrical Co Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Come Join Dalton Electricals' engineering team as a Technical Operations Coordinator- a fulltime development graduate pathway.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Engineering Manager

at New Zealand Health Manufacturing

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

Directly impact site performance
Drive continuous improvement and innovation
No two-days are the same

Directly impact site performance
Drive continuous improvement and innovation
No two-days are the same

Engineering Manager leading site maintenance, equipment management and engineering team in natural health manufacturing.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Maintenance Engineer

at Argenta

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Manurewa East, Auckland

Full time Permanent Role
South Auckland location with free onsite parking
Competitive salary, allowances and performance based yearly bonus

Full time Permanent Role
South Auckland location with free onsite parking
Competitive salary, allowances and performance based yearly bonus

Bring your maintenance expertise to a fast-paced environment where your skills drive reliability, performance and continuous improvement every day.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Maintenance Engineer | Critical Role in Plant Performance

at Heat Treatments

This is a Full time job

Mount Roskill, Auckland

We are looking for a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to support the reliability and performance of our commercial heat treatment operations.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Shift Maintenance Engineer

at COTTONSOFT LTD

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

FMCG tissue converting manufacturer for toilet paper and paper towel
Rotating Shift Pattern | Good Work-Life Balance
Roles available at both Wiri & Highbrook

FMCG tissue converting manufacturer for toilet paper and paper towel
Rotating Shift Pattern | Good Work-Life Balance
Roles available at both Wiri & Highbrook

We're seeking an experienced and collaborative Shift Maintenance Engineers to support mechanical and electrical maintenance on our production lines

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Maintenance Engineer

at Private Advertiser

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

100% NZ Owned and operated
Great team environment
Free carpark and great company benefits

100% NZ Owned and operated
Great team environment
Free carpark and great company benefits

The main responsibilities in this role are the service and maintenance of food processing and packaging machinery.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed ten days ago

Integrated Operations Engineer - Team X

at Rocket Lab

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Responsible for testing, launch, and mission operations of Electron launch vehicles

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed five days ago

Production Engineer - Relocate to Timaru

at People Inc Group Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Generous base plus bonus and relocation

Drive improvements across processes, SOPs, and systems
Key role in fast-growing SME with visible impact
Competitive package including salary, bonus and relocation support

Drive improvements across processes, SOPs, and systems
Key role in fast-growing SME with visible impact
Competitive package including salary, bonus and relocation support

Drive improvements across production processes, SOPs, and manufacturing systems within this growing NZ manufacturer.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Boiler Operator (Acid Plant Engineer)

at Ravensdown Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Bring your safety focused attitude to our team
Investment in your ongoing training and career development
Competitive salary and benefits

Bring your safety focused attitude to our team
Investment in your ongoing training and career development
Competitive salary and benefits

If you're keen to grow your career, there's no better place to nourish it than here.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

20h ago

Listed twenty days ago

Project Engineer

at Veolia

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

Are you a talented engineer ready to make an impact on New Zealand's infrastructure?

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed three days ago

Operations Administrator

at Temperzone

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

A very passionate and supportive team with an enjoyable working environment
Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
Opportunities for continuous professional development

A very passionate and supportive team with an enjoyable working environment
Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
Opportunities for continuous professional development

Support daily production by coordinating plans, systems and teams to keep operations running smoothly.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

3d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Operations Supervisor

at Vision Intelligence

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

$80,000 – $100,000 per year

Operations leadership with a strong commercial edge
PE-backed IoT security company - high growth, national footprint
Company vehicle + competitive salary + growth trajectory

Operations leadership with a strong commercial edge
PE-backed IoT security company - high growth, national footprint
Company vehicle + competitive salary + growth trajectory

Lead operations. Drive growth. Own your patch.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

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

22d ago

Listed seven days ago

Operational Performance Lead

at Paragon Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Step out of reactive operations into a high-impact role
Influence how work gets done across the network
Utilize your hands on, field or engineering operations background

Step out of reactive operations into a high-impact role
Influence how work gets done across the network
Utilize your hands on, field or engineering operations background

Are you passionate about efficiency and continuous improvement?

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

7d ago

Listed two days ago

Reliability Engineering Lead

at Orion NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Bring fresh thinking to a role focused on reliability, resilience and strategy
Use your expertise to solve complex operational issues and improve performance
Be part of a future-focused environment that values curiosity and ideas

Bring fresh thinking to a role focused on reliability, resilience and strategy
Use your expertise to solve complex operational issues and improve performance
Be part of a future-focused environment that values curiosity and ideas

Shape a brand-new reliability engineering role focused on asset performance and resilience

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

2d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Engineer

at Delmaine Fine Foods Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$95,000 – $110,000 per year

Keep production running smoothly by maintaining equipment, reducing downtime, and supporting operational efficiency.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Concrete Operations Coordinator

at Holcim

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Exciting role working in concrete!

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

11h ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Water Services Operations Engineer

at Fluid Engineering

This is a Full time job

Thames, Waikato

Senior technical role within a well-established Water Services team
Process engineering focus across water & wastewater operations
Long-term progression opportunity within local government

Senior technical role within a well-established Water Services team
Process engineering focus across water & wastewater operations
Long-term progression opportunity within local government

Lead operational process engineering across water & wastewater treatment, support compliance, optimisation, and critical infrastructure delivery.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Outage Planner - Auckland or Palmerston North

at Transpower

This is a Full time job

Otara, Auckland(Hybrid)

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver

Plan and coordinate outages across the National Grid
Support critical maintenance, projects, and future grid planning
Grow your career in a fast-evolving and essential industry

Plan and coordinate outages across the National Grid
Support critical maintenance, projects, and future grid planning
Grow your career in a fast-evolving and essential industry

Coordinate national grid outages with internal teams and customers to enable safe, efficient maintenance and project delivery across Aotearoa.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Production Maintenance Engineer

at ABE'S Bagels Limited

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Saint Johns, Auckland

Join ABE’S BAGELS as a Production Maintenance Engineer (min. 2 years experience), Based in St Johns!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Site Engineer - Civil

at MAP Projects

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Hands‑on construction experience from day one
Work on interesting and technically challenging projects — NZ and overseas
Strong development, mentoring, and a clear career pathway beyond Site Engineer.

Hands‑on construction experience from day one
Work on interesting and technically challenging projects — NZ and overseas
Strong development, mentoring, and a clear career pathway beyond Site Engineer.

Kick‑start your civil engineering career as a Site Engineer, working hands‑on on real projects with strong mentoring and support.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed thirteen hours ago

Harvest & Engineering Manager

at Technical Recruitment Solutions

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Masterton, Wellington

Salary + Car + Medical + Workplace Saving Scheme

Work across the forest and in the office, in a down-to-earth supportive team
Lead all facets of forest production and engineering operations
Contractor management, H&S compliance & monthly KPI reporting

Work across the forest and in the office, in a down-to-earth supportive team
Lead all facets of forest production and engineering operations
Contractor management, H&S compliance & monthly KPI reporting

Manage day-to-day harvest production and engineering operations across a sizeable forestry estate in the Wairarapa

Recruited byBethany Craigen

subClassification: Natural Resources & WaterNatural Resources & Water

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

13h ago

Listed nine days ago

Process Development Engineer - Mechanical/Mechatronics

at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Shape the future of medical devices
Work alongside 100+ expert engineers
Subsidised cafeteria food, free onsite parking

Shape the future of medical devices
Work alongside 100+ expert engineers
Subsidised cafeteria food, free onsite parking

Deliver innovative manufacturing processes through collaboration across mechanical, moulding, and control disciplines.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago•Expiring

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