Defence Contract Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

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Facilities Manager

This is a Full time job

Advance your FM career in a high-profile opportunity
Be part of a supportive, collaborative team
Challenging and rewarding opportunity

Advance your FM career in a high-profile opportunity
Be part of a supportive, collaborative team
Challenging and rewarding opportunity

Own the day-to-day of a key contract in a dynamic, people-focused role for a skilled FM professional who thrives on solving problems.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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Strategic Procurement Lead

at Civil Aviation Authority

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Lead procurement strategy for major transformation programme
Drive high-value sourcing and strong commercial outcomes
Build capability and manage strategic supplier performance

Lead procurement strategy for major transformation programme
Drive high-value sourcing and strong commercial outcomes
Build capability and manage strategic supplier performance

Multi-year programme transforming systems, data and ways of working to enable a modern risk-based regulator and a safe aviation system.

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

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

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Listed nine days ago

Project Manager

at PAE (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

Lead diverse projects across a Defence environment
End-to-end project ownership with real autonomy
Work within a proudly iwi-owned organisation

Lead diverse projects across a Defence environment
End-to-end project ownership with real autonomy
Work within a proudly iwi-owned organisation

Lead property and infrastructure projects at Papakura Military Camp.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Programme Director, Future Naval Base

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devonport, Auckland

$147,234 - $170,818 (including 4% superannuation)

Focus on the delivery of the Future Naval Base, Devonport, Auckland
Motivate and drive exceptional team and organisational performance
Positive culture, flexible working environment

Focus on the delivery of the Future Naval Base, Devonport, Auckland
Motivate and drive exceptional team and organisational performance
Positive culture, flexible working environment

Lead and manage the delivery of this national significance project –once in a life time project!

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Contracts & Vendors Relations Manager

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Trentham, Wellington

$101,971 - $117,994 (including 4% superannuation)

Trentham based role, small, supportive team
Manage and influence external training and education providers
Drive performance, value for money, and continuous improvement

Trentham based role, small, supportive team
Manage and influence external training and education providers
Drive performance, value for money, and continuous improvement

Build trusted relationships and support quality training and education outcomes across NZDF

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

8d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Construction Project Manager, Future Naval Base

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Devonport, Auckland

$114,912 - $133,092 (including 4% superannuation)

Apply your extensive construction PM expertise
Dynamic and varied permanent role
Work on unique, diverse, complex and large-scale construction project

Apply your extensive construction PM expertise
Dynamic and varied permanent role
Work on unique, diverse, complex and large-scale construction project

Lead the way with exciting future naval base project based at Devonport Naval Base

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Principal Contract Advisor

at Robert Walters

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Complex, meaningful work with real national impact
Drive commercial maturity across the organisation
Work on some of the country's most critical and complex portfolios

Complex, meaningful work with real national impact
Drive commercial maturity across the organisation
Work on some of the country's most critical and complex portfolios

Principal Contract Advisor

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

28d ago

Listed one day ago

Facilities Manager

at PAE (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Advance your FM career in a high-profile opportunity
Be part of a supportive, collaborative team
Challenging and rewarding opportunity

Advance your FM career in a high-profile opportunity
Be part of a supportive, collaborative team
Challenging and rewarding opportunity

Own the day-to-day of a key contract in a dynamic, people-focused role for a skilled FM professional who thrives on solving problems.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior SAP Defence Architect (DNS/DFPS) - Visa Sponsorship Available

at SAPTURE INTERNATIONAL

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Permanent Opportunity (would consider contract)
Lead complex S/4HANA architecture in a high-stakes environment
Drive strategy and delivery across a unique SAP program

Permanent Opportunity (would consider contract)
Lead complex S/4HANA architecture in a high-stakes environment
Drive strategy and delivery across a unique SAP program

Architect a nation-scale SAP Defence transformation - lead complex S/4HANA strategy, shaping future-state architecture in a high-impact environment.

subClassification: ArchitectsArchitects

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

12d ago

Listed nine days ago

Contracts Management

at Niche Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

6 Month contract
Immediate start
Social Services Sector

6 Month contract
Immediate start
Social Services Sector

Assist this busy Ministry with high level contracts management expertise

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Recruitment Advisor

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$81,709 - $94,338 (including 4% superannuation)

Play a key role in shaping recruitment decisions across NZDF
Partner with Hiring Managers to deliver high-quality recruitment outcomes
Based in Wellington CBD

Play a key role in shaping recruitment decisions across NZDF
Partner with Hiring Managers to deliver high-quality recruitment outcomes
Based in Wellington CBD

Make an immediate impact helping NZDF onboard great people in this 6-month fixed-term opportunity

subClassification: Recruitment - InternalRecruitment - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

14d ago

Listed seven days ago

Distributor Business Development Manager

at SKF Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Make your mark and expand the business
Career development and personal learning opportunities
Professional and supportive team

Make your mark and expand the business
Career development and personal learning opportunities
Professional and supportive team

Join SKF, a leading global manufacturer/supplier of bearings, seals, lubrication systems, technology & services to further your career.

subClassification: Account & Relationship ManagementAccount & Relationship Management

classification: Sales(Sales)

7d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Deployment Services Officer

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Linton Camp, Manawatu

$77,141 - $89,820 (including 4% superannuation)

Support NZDF families and make a real difference every day
Be part of a trusted team doing meaningful, people-focused work
Grow your skills while working with diverse communities and whānau

Support NZDF families and make a real difference every day
Be part of a trusted team doing meaningful, people-focused work
Grow your skills while working with diverse communities and whānau

Join NZDF and support personnel and their families through deployment, making a genuine impact where it matters most

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Compliance Officer

at PAE (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Lead BWOF, statutory and operational compliance activities
Diverse role across building, plant and security compliance
Protect operational performance through proactive compliance

Lead BWOF, statutory and operational compliance activities
Diverse role across building, plant and security compliance
Protect operational performance through proactive compliance

Lead compliance assurance for one of New Zealand's key Defence sites.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

3d ago

Listed fifty two minutes ago

Principal Asset Management

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$135,138 - $156,706 (including 4% superannuation)

Lead national asset management team, driving strategy & sustainable outcomes
Provides technical oversight of assets with strong leadership focus
Enables fit-for-purpose estate supporting Defence capability

Lead national asset management team, driving strategy & sustainable outcomes
Provides technical oversight of assets with strong leadership focus
Enables fit-for-purpose estate supporting Defence capability

Focus on vertical infrastructure with emphasis on people leadership and developing an asset management strategy

subClassification: Body Corporate & Facilities ManagementBody Corporate & Facilities Management

classification: Real Estate & Property(Real Estate & Property)

52m ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager (fixed-term) - Wellington

at Department of Corrections

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$124,578 - $175,872 based on experience

Fixed-term opportunity available until 30 June 2027.
Wellington CBD based.
Join a close knit and supportive team.

Fixed-term opportunity available until 30 June 2027.
Wellington CBD based.
Join a close knit and supportive team.

Lead diverse, organisation-wide projects end to end, partnering with leaders to deliver future-focused outcomes for communities.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed fifty three minutes ago

Principal Asset Management

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$135,138 - $156,706 (including 4% superannuation)

Lead national asset management team, driving strategy & sustainable outcomes
Provides technical oversight of assets with strong leadership focus
Enables fit-for-purpose estate supporting Defence capability

Lead national asset management team, driving strategy & sustainable outcomes
Provides technical oversight of assets with strong leadership focus
Enables fit-for-purpose estate supporting Defence capability

Focus on vertical infrastructure with emphasis on people leadership and developing an asset management strategy

subClassification: Body Corporate & Facilities ManagementBody Corporate & Facilities Management

classification: Real Estate & Property(Real Estate & Property)

53m ago

Listed three days ago

Data and Reporting Coordinator - Ohakea

at PAE (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Influence operational performance through data and insights
Own reporting and systems coordination for a Defence site
Work across operations, compliance and delivery teams

Influence operational performance through data and insights
Own reporting and systems coordination for a Defence site
Work across operations, compliance and delivery teams

For over 30 years, PAE has partnered with the New Zealand Defence Force, delivering facilities and asset management services that keep critical enviro

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

3d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Health and Safety Advisor

at Citycare Property

This is a Full time job

Trentham, Wellington

Deliver training and guidance to uplift site-wide safety capability
Monitor incidents, risks, and performance with clear reporting insights
Support business continuity and risk planning across defence operations

Deliver training and guidance to uplift site-wide safety capability
Monitor incidents, risks, and performance with clear reporting insights
Support business continuity and risk planning across defence operations

Support NZDF teams at Trentham by driving safety excellence, building strong relationships, and making a real impact in a unique defence environment

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment

classification: Construction(Construction)

22h ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Procurement Specialist

at Coastguard New Zealand.

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

No

Lead procurement strategy, frameworks and continuous improvement
Manage sourcing, contracts and supplier performance nationwide
Partner with volunteers and teams to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions

Lead procurement strategy, frameworks and continuous improvement
Manage sourcing, contracts and supplier performance nationwide
Partner with volunteers and teams to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions

Drive practical, high-impact procurement that enables Coastguard operations through strong supplier partnerships and fit-for-purpose solutions.

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

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

8d ago

Listed three days ago

Support Centre Administrator - Waiouru

at PAE (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Waiouru, Manawatu

Be at the centre of customer service and service delivery
Coordinate workflows across a major Defence contract
Fast-paced role with variety, problem solving and teamwork

Be at the centre of customer service and service delivery
Coordinate workflows across a major Defence contract
Fast-paced role with variety, problem solving and teamwork

Be the link between customers, contractors and operations at Waiouru.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

3d ago

Listed seven days ago

Materiel Planner, Seasprite Helicopters

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Whenuapai, Auckland

$68,676 - $79,946 (including 4% superannuation)

Support a large complex organisation in managing & maintaining inventory
Access to meaningful career development and training opportunities
Permanent role based at RNZAF Auckland, Whenuapai

Support a large complex organisation in managing & maintaining inventory
Access to meaningful career development and training opportunities
Permanent role based at RNZAF Auckland, Whenuapai

Support your military colleagues in this busy role as you help manage the inventory lifecycle for Seasprite helicopters

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

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

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

ICT & Security Team Lead

at AECOM New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead ICT & Security projects across airports, defence & healthcare
Mentor and grow a specialist ICT & Security team in New Zealand

Lead ICT & Security projects across airports, defence & healthcare
Mentor and grow a specialist ICT & Security team in New Zealand

Lead complex ICT & Security projects while growing a high-performing team across NZ and Australia.

subClassification: Team LeadersTeam Leaders

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

8d ago

Listed three days ago

Finance Administrator - Waiouru

at PAE (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Waiouru, Manawatu

Variety across finance, workflow and operational support
Be part of the team supporting a major Defence contract
Work closely with operational leaders and site teams

Variety across finance, workflow and operational support
Be part of the team supporting a major Defence contract
Work closely with operational leaders and site teams

Keep PAE’s Waiouru contract running smoothly through accurate finance support.

subClassification: Accounts Officers/ClerksAccounts Officers/Clerks

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Commercial Project Manager - MRO

at Salus Aviation Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ardmore, Auckland

Exciting opportunity in Aviation
Progressive, rapidly growing company
Competitive Salary

Exciting opportunity in Aviation
Progressive, rapidly growing company
Competitive Salary

If you thrive in complex environments, driving outcomes and contributing to the future of aviation services then this role is for you!

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Contract Administrator

at DOWNER NZ

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Exciting opportunity within a large organisation
Supportive and inclusive culture
Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes.

Exciting opportunity within a large organisation
Supportive and inclusive culture
Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes.

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our AMAS contract in Auckland as a Contract Administrator!

subClassification: Contracts AdministrationContracts Administration

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

29d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Integration Planner / Scheduler

at Likemind

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Trentham, Wellington

$120 per hour
Committed and talented team
12 month plus contact

$120 per hour
Committed and talented team
12 month plus contact

Integration Planner/Scheduler to drive planning, manage dependencies, align teams, mitigate risks, and support delivery across a complex programme

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

26d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Human Performance Specialist - New Zealand Army

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Waiouru, Manawatu

$103,182 – $115,330 per year

Drive elite performance where it matters most
Apply elite sports science to real-world military outputs
Influence capability at scale through coaching, strategy and innovation

Drive elite performance where it matters most
Apply elite sports science to real-world military outputs
Influence capability at scale through coaching, strategy and innovation

Lead world‑class human performance and tactical conditioning for NZDF personnel

subClassification: Fitness & Personal TrainingFitness & Personal Training

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

13d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Cyber Security Vendor Manager

at Protocol Personnel Services Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Grafton, Auckland

$150,000 – $200,000 per including Bonus

Manage leading global brand Cyber Vendor relationships
Promotion pathways, on-the-job coaching & in-house training at Chillisoft
Be inspired by respectful, supportive, transparent and stable leadership

Manage leading global brand Cyber Vendor relationships
Promotion pathways, on-the-job coaching & in-house training at Chillisoft
Be inspired by respectful, supportive, transparent and stable leadership

Lead global cyber security vendor partnerships, grow NZ & Pacific channel performance and drive go to market plans with senior leaders.

subClassification: Product Management & DevelopmentProduct Management & Development

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

28d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Project Manager

at Daifuku Oceania

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Rosedale, Auckland

Deliver high value end-to-end projects across intralogistics/airport systems
Client-facing role focused on on-time delivery, quality, ISO compliance and au
Auckland based require national and international site travel

Deliver high value end-to-end projects across intralogistics/airport systems
Client-facing role focused on on-time delivery, quality, ISO compliance and au
Auckland based require national and international site travel

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver complex, engineering-led automation projects across Auckland, New Zealand and Oceania/Pacific

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

23d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Senior Procurement and Commercial Specialist

at Robert Walters

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Shape sourcing strategies and commercial outcomes across Air, Land, and Maritime
Gain influence with senior stakeholders while working on national programmes
Lead end-to-end procurement on complex, high-impact programmes

Shape sourcing strategies and commercial outcomes across Air, Land, and Maritime
Gain influence with senior stakeholders while working on national programmes
Lead end-to-end procurement on complex, high-impact programmes

Senior Procurement and Commercial Specialist

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

27d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Managed Services - Cyber Defence Analyst

at PricewaterhouseCoopers

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Innovative mindsets and human ingenuity are always welcome at PwC.
Unrivalled access to local and global industry expertise.
Bring your talent. Learn new skills. Find new success.

Innovative mindsets and human ingenuity are always welcome at PwC.
Unrivalled access to local and global industry expertise.
Bring your talent. Learn new skills. Find new success.

Join our Managed Cyber Defence team as a Cyber Defence Analyst, where you'll safeguard New Zealand's digital future with advanced tech and expertise.

subClassification: SecuritySecurity

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

15d ago

167 defence contract jobs in New Zealand

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Facilities Manager

Strategic Procurement Lead

Project Manager

Programme Director, Future Naval Base

Contracts & Vendors Relations Manager

Construction Project Manager, Future Naval Base

Principal Contract Advisor

Facilities Manager

Senior SAP Defence Architect (DNS/DFPS) - Visa Sponsorship Available

Contracts Management

Recruitment Advisor

Distributor Business Development Manager

Deployment Services Officer

Compliance Officer

Principal Asset Management

Project Manager (fixed-term) - Wellington

Principal Asset Management

Data and Reporting Coordinator - Ohakea

Health and Safety Advisor

Senior Procurement Specialist

Support Centre Administrator - Waiouru

Materiel Planner, Seasprite Helicopters

ICT & Security Team Lead

Finance Administrator - Waiouru

Commercial Project Manager - MRO

Contract Administrator

Integration Planner / Scheduler

Human Performance Specialist - New Zealand Army

Cyber Security Vendor Manager

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