108 materials engineer jobs in Riccarton Canterbury

Work on major NZ/AU infrastructure shaping resilient water systems
Use leading Geotech tools on complex projects
Flexible hybrid work with global experts and strong career growth

Work on major NZ/AU infrastructure shaping resilient water systems
Use leading Geotech tools on complex projects
Flexible hybrid work with global experts and strong career growth

Shape resilient infrastructure as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Christchurch—tackle complex ground challenges and protect communities globally!

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Intermediate Structural Engineer

at Cephas Rock Limited

This is a Full time job

$95,000 – $105,000 per year

Hybrid Balance: Enjoy genuine work-from-home options and flexible hours.

Hybrid Balance: Enjoy genuine work-from-home options and flexible hours.

Get out from behind the desk! Lead unique residential projects from site to sign-off. Full CPEng support, hybrid flexibility & no corporate red tape.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed thirteen days ago

Quality Control and R&D Technologist

at Ardex New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Woolston, Canterbury

Drive quality and innovation at ARDEX - hands-on QC & R&D role shaping high-performance products with real impact and career growth.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

13d ago

Listed one hour ago

Hynds Graduate Program - July 2026

at Hynds

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Graduate Roles in Auckland & Christchurch
A values focused and supportive environment
Family owned and proud of it

Graduate Roles in Auckland & Christchurch
A values focused and supportive environment
Family owned and proud of it

From day one you'll be doing meaningful work, solving real problems and making a genuine impact.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1h ago

Listed two hours ago

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

at AECOM New Zealand Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Work on major NZ/AU infrastructure shaping resilient water systems
Use leading Geotech tools on complex projects
Flexible hybrid work with global experts and strong career growth

Work on major NZ/AU infrastructure shaping resilient water systems
Use leading Geotech tools on complex projects
Flexible hybrid work with global experts and strong career growth

Shape resilient infrastructure as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Christchurch—tackle complex ground challenges and protect communities globally!

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2h ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Laboratory Technician (Intermediate–Senior) – Christchurch

at Geotechnics Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Step up to a technical lead/KTP-level role
Join a respected specialist with strong support:
Full-time Christchurch position with variety

Step up to a technical lead/KTP-level role
Join a respected specialist with strong support:
Full-time Christchurch position with variety

We are seeking a Laboratory Technician (Intermediate to Senior

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

25d ago

Listed ten days ago

Business Development Manager

at Sprout Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Science or engineering background with 3-5 years in B2B sales
Chemicals, water treatment, construction materials, or minerals experience
Christchurch-based, comfortable with international travel

Science or engineering background with 3-5 years in B2B sales
Chemicals, water treatment, construction materials, or minerals experience
Christchurch-based, comfortable with international travel

Help turn one of the world's most carbon-intensive supply chains into a local, zero-waste solution.

subClassification: New Business DevelopmentNew Business Development

classification: Sales(Sales)

10d ago

Listed three days ago

Mobile Laboratory Technician

at DOWNER NZ

This is a Full time job

Mcleans Island, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Play a hands‑on role in the quality and performance of roads and pavements
Build a unique early‑career pathway within a leading infrastructure business
Work in diverse locations, from worksites to mobile laboratories

Play a hands‑on role in the quality and performance of roads and pavements
Build a unique early‑career pathway within a leading infrastructure business
Work in diverse locations, from worksites to mobile laboratories

Enjoy variety? This Mobile Lab Tech role offers diverse projects, travel, and changing work environments across NZ and the Pacific.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Project & Contracts Administrator

at Smith & Loveless NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

$85,000 – $90,000 per year

Drive project success through coordination, QA, logistics, and technical support in a dynamic engineering team with Smith and Loveless!

subClassification: Contracts ManagementContracts Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Chemical and Process Engineering

at University of Canterbury

This is a Full time job

World-class Research Institute

Teach and inspire across the chemical engineering curriculum
Work in a supportive, diverse and inclusive environment
Collaborate with leading academics and industry partners

Teach and inspire across the chemical engineering curriculum
Work in a supportive, diverse and inclusive environment
Collaborate with leading academics and industry partners

Shape the future of chemical and process engineering through impactful teaching and research in a collaborative, globally connected academic team!

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

18d ago

Listed five days ago

Intermediate / Senior Civil Engineers - Christchurch $100k-$150k

at Remedy Resourcing

This is a Full time job

at Ara Institute of Canterbury

$100k - $150k (AUD)

Influential firm have great opportunity for Intermediate / Senior Civil Engineer to work on complex projects to work in their Christchurch office

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Science Lecturer - (Laboratory Science)

This is a Full time job

$65,145 - $106,705

Teach and lead Laboratory Science with a strong focus on analytical chemistry
Work hands on with modern laboratory instrumentation and applied learning
Contribute to research-informed teaching and curriculum innovation

Teach and lead Laboratory Science with a strong focus on analytical chemistry
Work hands on with modern laboratory instrumentation and applied learning
Contribute to research-informed teaching and curriculum innovation

Bring your science expertise into teaching. Appointment at Senior level available if recognised teaching qualifications are met.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8h ago

Listed four days ago

Construction Technical Coordinator

at EnergySmart Limited

This is a Full time job

Exposure to a high volume of real projects
A role that evolves from coordination into technical advisory
Close supportive team

Exposure to a high volume of real projects
A role that evolves from coordination into technical advisory
Close supportive team

Help shape how homes are built

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed seven hours ago

MedTech Manufacturing Lead

at Keraplast Manufacturing

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Islington, Canterbury

Own clean‑room manufacturing excellence in a regulated MedTech environment, leading people, process, and quality as our products reach global markets

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

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

7h ago

Listed twenty days ago

Structural Engineer

at Holmes

This is a Full time job

Dive into diverse, exciting, and challenging projects
Intermediate level opportunity to elevate your career
Deliver and lead projects

Dive into diverse, exciting, and challenging projects
Intermediate level opportunity to elevate your career
Deliver and lead projects

We're on the hunt for a passionate Structural Engineer to join our talented Christchurch team and work on projects that make a real impact.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed five days ago

Technical Engineer (Reticulation)

at Orion NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Play a key role in ensuring safe and reliable performance of reticulation asse
Provide expert advice across network design, maintenance and development
Work on complex and meaningful engineering challenges every day

Play a key role in ensuring safe and reliable performance of reticulation asse
Provide expert advice across network design, maintenance and development
Work on complex and meaningful engineering challenges every day

Put your technical expertise to work keeping our network safe, resilient and ready for anything

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Canterbury Laboratory Manager

at Fulton Hogan

This is a Full time job

Work for one of NZ's largest contractors delivering high quality infrastructure
We are a family business with great people living REAL values
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals

Work for one of NZ's largest contractors delivering high quality infrastructure
We are a family business with great people living REAL values
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals

You will ultimately be responsible for effectively managing the safety, quality, efficiency and financial success of the Canterbury Lab Department.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Structural Engineer

at Enovate

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Take the lead on structural projects, support team development, and grow your technical expertise within Enovate’s dynamic environment.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Crescent Consulting

This is a Full time job

$105,000 – $115,000 per year

Build things that matter. The work here has real-world impact across industries.
A calm, collaborative culture where engineers are trusted to get on with it
Tight-knit team operating at the cutting edge

Build things that matter. The work here has real-world impact across industries.
A calm, collaborative culture where engineers are trusted to get on with it
Tight-knit team operating at the cutting edge

Join a small, high-performing team building autonomous systems and robotics technology that's genuinely changing how industries operate.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Intermediate Structural Engineer

at Cephas Rock Limited

This is a Full time job

$95,000 – $105,000 per year

Hybrid Balance: Enjoy genuine work-from-home options and flexible hours.

Hybrid Balance: Enjoy genuine work-from-home options and flexible hours.

Get out from behind the desk! Lead unique residential projects from site to sign-off. Full CPEng support, hybrid flexibility & no corporate red tape.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Graduate NPI Engineer

at Magnetic

This is a Full time job

Immediate start + Permanent role + Up to $70,000

Hands-on exposure to real products moving from design to production
Strong mentoring and development for graduates and early‑career engineers
Stable, full-time role with long-term career growth opportunities

Hands-on exposure to real products moving from design to production
Strong mentoring and development for graduates and early‑career engineers
Stable, full-time role with long-term career growth opportunities

Graduate Product / NPI Engineer role supporting products from design through manufacturing in a hands‑on, supportive engineering environment.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

at ENGEO

This is a Full time job

Competitive salary + a bunch of great benefits

Immediate / near-term start date
Career development opportunities, active internal and external training plans
Hands-on support and mentorship from an experienced team

Immediate / near-term start date
Career development opportunities, active internal and external training plans
Hands-on support and mentorship from an experienced team

Join a specialist consultancy and deliver complex ground engineering projects - land development, infrastructure, buildings, and hazard/disaster work

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Assistant Engineer - Water & Wastewater

at Christchurch City Council

This is a Full time job

$88,003 to $97781 p.a.

Opportunity to develop technical engineering skills
Mandated to make decisions in support of new development
Exposure to the full water and wastewater infrastructure lifecycle

Opportunity to develop technical engineering skills
Mandated to make decisions in support of new development
Exposure to the full water and wastewater infrastructure lifecycle

Provide technical engineering advice for new water supply and wastewater connections and development infrastructure

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed four hours ago

CNC Mill Operators

at JOYN

Be an early applicant

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)

4h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Intermediate/Senior Mining Engineer

at Bt Mining Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Flexible location – based in either Christchurch, or Westport
Competitive Salary
Relocation assistance

Flexible location – based in either Christchurch, or Westport
Competitive Salary
Relocation assistance

This role moves away from day-to-day operational tasks to focus on the "big picture."

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

27d ago

Listed three days ago

Personal Assistant & Events Coordinator

at SPS Automation Ltd

This is a Full time job

at Pattle Delamore Partners Ltd

Apply now with your CV and a cover letter that tells us who you are, what excites you, and how you keep chaos under control.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Environmental Engineer

This is a Full time job

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance & income protection.
Flexible/hybrid working culture, facilitating a healthy work-life balance.
Opportunity to be a part of significant, high-profile, and complex projects

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance & income protection.
Flexible/hybrid working culture, facilitating a healthy work-life balance.
Opportunity to be a part of significant, high-profile, and complex projects

Pattle Delamore Partners (PDP) is a respected environmental and engineering consultancy with a nationwide presence

subClassification: Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Intermediate to Senior Level Mechanical Engineer (Design / Projects)

at Caliber Design Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Hourly Rate + Overtime

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full-time permanent role with generous overtime and paid Learning & Development.
Monthly (paid) pub meetings, quarterly events and great, supportive colleagues.

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full-time permanent role with generous overtime and paid Learning & Development.
Monthly (paid) pub meetings, quarterly events and great, supportive colleagues.

We are building NZ's most versatile engineering team. We need your help to support our client's projects across a range of industries.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed five days ago

Intermediate Structural Engineer

at BG&E Pty Limited

This is a Full time job

Flexible Working Arrangements
Competitive Salary
On-the-Job coaching and training

Flexible Working Arrangements
Competitive Salary
On-the-Job coaching and training

Exciting opportunity for a structural engineer to join our Christchurch team.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer/Engineering Geologist - Christchurch NZ

at Tetra Tech Coffey

This is a Full time job

Join our growing Geotechnical consulting group - 2027 Graduate intake
Enjoy mentoring and access to our senior specialists
Diverse projects and learning opportunities across multiple sectors and clients

Join our growing Geotechnical consulting group - 2027 Graduate intake
Enjoy mentoring and access to our senior specialists
Diverse projects and learning opportunities across multiple sectors and clients

Join Tetra Tech Coffey’s supportive Christchurch team. Learn from industry specialists and gain hands-on experience on real projects from day one.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Senior Structural Engineer

at INCON NZ LIMITED

Immediate start

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Lead and grow our New Zealand engineering presence
End-to-end project ownership
Strong career growth within a growing consultancy

Lead and grow our New Zealand engineering presence
End-to-end project ownership
Strong career growth within a growing consultancy

If you are an engineer seeking a role where your technical expertise, initiative, and commercial thinking are valued, this is an opportunity.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

25d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Engineering Manager

at Silver Fern Farms

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job