First Year Apprentice Engineering Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Nov 2026

Listed thirteen days ago

Light Fabrication Engineering Apprenticeship

at Tira

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Based in Timaru
Earn while you learn
Work towards an NZQA Qualification

We are now recruiting for our 2027 apprentice intake at our Timaru workshop.

13d ago

Listed one day ago

Graduate Engineer

at Cassidy Construction Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Build broad construction experience across diverse projects and sectors
Build your career with clear pathways and development opportunities
Benefit from a varied role with exposure across all aspects of project delivery

Start your career with a well-established main contractor known for strong relationships, quality work and genuine long term career opportunities.

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Junior Electrical Engineer

at ETEL Ltd

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland

Develop specialist power engineering expertise
Contribute to critical infrastructure solutions
Grow alongside experienced engineers

Kick-start your electrical engineering career with ETEL. Gain hands-on experience across transformer design, testing and manufacturing while learning

6d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

MACHINE OPERATOR TRAINEE

at CNC PROFILE CUTTING SERVICES

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Machine Operator Trainee

22d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Graduate Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer

at New Zealand Panels Group

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Supportive and friendly environment
Coaching and development
Passion for suggesting improvements

Kickstart your career with this amazing opportunity to join a business where you're not just a number!

Responsive hirer

23d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Graduate Structural Engineer

at Engineering Design Global Enterprises Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland

$65,000 – $85,000 per year

Career Growth: Structured pathways, reviews, & technical training for grads
Experience across residential, commercial, industrial, and multi-storey projects
"Down to Earth" Culture

Join EDGE NZ as a Graduate Structural Engineer with full mentorship, supervision, and growth for a motivated, team-focused learner.

10d ago

Listed two days ago

Graduate Automation Engineer

at Bremca

This is a Full time job

Addington, Canterbury

Competitive Salary + Health Insurance + Parking

Work With Cutting-Edge Automation Technology
Learn From a Highly Experienced Automation Team
Build a Rewarding Career With Involvement in Projects from Design to Support

Kick-start your engineering career with one of New Zealand's leading automation teams.

Responsive hirer

2d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Graduate Mechanical Engineer – HVAC Design

at Air Action Systems Ltd

This is a Full time job

Albany, Auckland

Join a Supportive, Growing Team
Be involved in Design to Delivery

Mechanical Engineer - HVAC Design (Graduate to Intermediate | Commercial HVAC & Mechanical Services

24d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Summer Engineering Student-Mechatronics & Manufacturing

at Cavity Sliders

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$25 – $30 per hour

We can verify the practical work hours you complete for your degree.
Weekday work only, so your weekends are yours!
Make those festival plans! We shut down 23 Dec and reopen Mon 11 Jan.

Get paid this summer to build hands-on manufacturing skills at Cavity Sliders in Mt Wellington, with opportunities to help on automation projects.

Responsive hirer

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Engineering Intern

at Wellumio Limited

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Gain valuable work experience in an innovative startup environment
Close mentorship and networking opportunities
Opportunity to develop new skills

Join us to create universal access to stroke imaging.

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Junior Project Engineer

at Walter & Wild

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere Bridge, Auckland

12-month fixed term role based in Māngere
Kickstart your career with hands-on capital project experience
Learn from an experienced engineering team

Kickstart your engineering career with hands-on exposure to capital projects, upgrades and equipment installations with a leading food manufacturer!

2d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Maintenance Engineer - Electrical

at New Zealand Health Manufacturing

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

Career development opportunities
Supportive, tight knit team
Varied role - no two days are the same!

Skilled Maintenance Electrician to keep production and manufacturing operations running smoothly.

23d ago•Expiring

Listed seven hours ago

Assembly Assistant

at Catch Consulting

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Learn valuable manufacturing and assembly skills in an entry-level role
Join a stable, supportive Christchurch team with opportunities to grow
Enjoy a varied, hands-on role working with switchboards & electrical products

Join the Vynco team assembling electrical products in a hands-on, full-time role.

Responsive hirer

7h ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Junior Manufacturing Engineer

at Rocket Lab

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to join a high performing team, literally reaching the stars.

29d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty three days ago

CIMIC Group Graduate Program 2027 - NZ

at CIMIC Graduates - CPB Contractors

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Clear Career Progression & Learning Opportunities
Engage in Purposeful, Meaningful Work
Supportive Leadership & Strong Culture

Be part of something bigger! Join our award winning CIMIC graduate program, commencing 2027.

23d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Mechanical/Process Engineering Graduate

at Winstone Aggregates

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

Two-year graduate programme with hands-on experience
Mechanical & Process Engineering graduates welcome
Real projects, real equipment and plenty to learn

A hands-on graduate role for Mechanical or Process Engineering grads who want to learn on the job and get involved from day one.

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Mechanical/Process Engineering Graduate

at Winstone Aggregates

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Two-year graduate programme with hands-on experience
Mechanical & Process Engineering graduates welcome
Real projects, real equipment and plenty to learn

A hands-on graduate role for Mechanical or Process Engineering grads who want to learn on the job and get involved from day one.

7d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Engineering Assistant

at NZ Labour Hire Group

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

$24 per hour

Four day working week
$24 per hour starting rate
Opportunity to build your career in engineering

Start your engineering career with a four-day week, hands-on workshop experience and the opportunity to work towards an apprenticeship.

Responsive hirer

22d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Field Service Technician or Trainee Technician

at Jigsaw Staffing Limited

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Pay rates depending on experience

Full Time – Permanent Role
Established family-owned business
Varied hands-on work

Jenkins Freshpac Systems is looking for a hands-on service technician to join their Tauranga based team

13d ago

Listed nine days ago

Graduate Civil Engineer

at Eliot Sinclair & Partners Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Shape South Island communities through civil and land development projects.
Learn from experienced engineers in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
Flexible work, great benefits, and real development support

Shape South Island communities through meaningful civil infrastructure and land development. Learn from experienced engineers and grow with our team.

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Intern Asset Engineer

at Northpower Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Competitive pay
Life insurance, discounted medical cover
Fuel and retail discounts

We're looking for an Intern Asset Inspection Engineer to join our Inspection Solutions team for a 3-month summer internship.

8d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Graduate Network Planning Engineer

at Northpower Ltd

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Competitive pay, plus flexible leave
Life insurance, discounted medical cover
Fuel and retail discounts

You'll join our Network Development team and play a key role in supporting the growth, reliability, and resilience of Northpower's electricity network

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty one days ago