Open Polytechnic Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

Leadership role in a conscious, compassionate, intercultural learning community.
Learning foci: ecology, environmental policy, research, indigeneity & creativity
Be involved in strategic development of our organisation

Leadership role in a conscious, compassionate, intercultural learning community.
Learning foci: ecology, environmental policy, research, indigeneity & creativity
Be involved in strategic development of our organisation

Work in a unique, people-focused environment, and a professional life in a coastal rural community (yet close to Auckland)

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

Featured

Listed two days ago

Executive Assistant

at Open Polytechnic

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Free parking + onsite cafe
Free study for Open Polytechnice courses + 50% off for whanau
Subsidised onsite school holiday programme

Free parking + onsite cafe
Free study for Open Polytechnice courses + 50% off for whanau
Subsidised onsite school holiday programme

Tēnā koe. Nau mai ki te Kuratini Tuwhera Be at the heart of leadership.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Academic Staff Member - ECE, Canterbury

at Open Polytechnic

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Working remotely from home
Free study for Open Polytechnice courses + 50% off for whanau

Working remotely from home
Free study for Open Polytechnice courses + 50% off for whanau

This role involves online teaching and supporting learners during practicum placements across the Canterbury region.

subClassification: Teaching - Early ChildhoodTeaching - Early Childhood

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

2x Transnational Education Students Coordinator

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$70,000 – $75,000 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

We have an exciting opportunity for two new Transnational Education Student Coordinators to join the Faculty of Science

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

16h ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Vocational Careers Advisor

at MITO

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Support young people towards career pathways
Mahi that makes a real difference in people's lives
Remote, flexible working

Support young people towards career pathways
Mahi that makes a real difference in people's lives
Remote, flexible working

Inspire and connect secondary school students with rewarding vocational career pathways across MITO's industries.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

22d ago

Listed six days ago

Product Knowledge & Education Specialist

at Shoof International

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

Ability to take real ownership of the role
A varied, hands-on role with plenty going on
Be part of our story and share it with others

Ability to take real ownership of the role
A varied, hands-on role with plenty going on
Be part of our story and share it with others

Use YOUR skills Play on our TEAM

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed ten days ago

Head of School - Dunedin School of Art

at Otago Polytechnic

This is a Full time job

North Dunedin, Otago

Unique role that is not often available.
Lead day-to-day operations
Support growth and strengthen relationships in learning and the community

Unique role that is not often available.
Lead day-to-day operations
Support growth and strengthen relationships in learning and the community

Operationalise the strategic direction at the Dunedin School of Art, enhancing our ākonga journey while fostering a high performing work environment.

subClassification: Management - VocationalManagement - Vocational

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Chief Technology Officer (Deep Tech)

at Sprout Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Parnell, Auckland(Hybrid)

Base salary, plus ESOP

Shape the technical roadmap
Decarbonise the world's infrastructure
Join an ambitious, high-trust team

Shape the technical roadmap
Decarbonise the world's infrastructure
Join an ambitious, high-trust team

Are you looking to join a deep tech start-up that is changing the world for the better?

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed one day ago

Grants Advisor | Pou Awhina

at TECT Community Trust

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$72,000 – $82,000 per year

Here at TECT, we’re on a mission to make a real difference in Tauranga and Western Bay, and are looking for a skilled Grants Advisor to join our team.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Capable NZ Learning Facilitator - Māori

at Otago Polytechnic

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

North Dunedin, Otago

Values led and inclusive organisation
Great leave provisions and other amazing staff benefits
Meaningful, transformational mahi

Values led and inclusive organisation
Great leave provisions and other amazing staff benefits
Meaningful, transformational mahi

Help tauira realise their full potential by facilitating their learning

subClassification: Teaching - VocationalTeaching - Vocational

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Advisor Learning & Development

at Tertiary Education Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$86,000 to $102,000

Three additional (TEC Days) leave days
A range of benefits including flexible/hybrid working
Recognition of prior service in the Public Sector

Three additional (TEC Days) leave days
A range of benefits including flexible/hybrid working
Recognition of prior service in the Public Sector

Write and develop specialised training material and deliver technical training to our Customer Contact Team

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development

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

23h ago

Listed one day ago

Support Technician - Conservation, Horticulture and Campus Services

at NMIT - Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Richmond, Tasman

Generous leave provisions + EAP services + Free eye exams
Central location + vibrant campus environment
Modern onsite facilities such as onsite café + restaurant + sports facilities

Generous leave provisions + EAP services + Free eye exams
Central location + vibrant campus environment
Modern onsite facilities such as onsite café + restaurant + sports facilities

An opportunity has arisen for a Support Tech to join our team at our Richmond campus, supporting our Conservation, Horticulture and Campus Services.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Technical Officer

at The University of Waikato

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Support high-quality teaching delivery
Join a supportive and innovative Science team
Additional university leave + competitive superannuation

Support high-quality teaching delivery
Join a supportive and innovative Science team
Additional university leave + competitive superannuation

Support teaching and research in the School of Science as part of a collaborative technical team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Education Support Specialist

at u&u. Recruitment Partners

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

$60,000-$75,000 + bonus (NZD) (AUD)

Flexible working schedule, flexible start times & WFH 2 days
Enjoy the variety of working in the office and multiple franchisee sites
Be part of a business dedicated to advancing children’s education

Flexible working schedule, flexible start times & WFH 2 days
Enjoy the variety of working in the office and multiple franchisee sites
Be part of a business dedicated to advancing children’s education

Drive growth & learning! Support franchisees, shape education centres & make an impact. Hybrid role with career progression and diversity!

Recruited byMadie Brunt

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

6d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Vocational Education Tutor

at National Trade Academy

This is a Part time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Be a part of the team that helps develop future careers in the land based sector.

subClassification: TutoringTutoring

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

16d ago

Listed six days ago

General Manager

at EcoQuest Centre for Indigeneity, Ecology and Creativity

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Kaiaua, Waikato

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

Leadership role in a conscious, compassionate, intercultural learning community.
Learning foci: ecology, environmental policy, research, indigeneity & creativity
Be involved in strategic development of our organisation

Leadership role in a conscious, compassionate, intercultural learning community.
Learning foci: ecology, environmental policy, research, indigeneity & creativity
Be involved in strategic development of our organisation

Work in a unique, people-focused environment, and a professional life in a coastal rural community (yet close to Auckland)

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Qualifications Operational Policy Design Manager

at Ministry of Education

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Provide strategic leadership and expert policy advice
Play a critical part in enabling effective qualification and assessment systems
Fixed term, full time position until 30 June 2027

Provide strategic leadership and expert policy advice
Play a critical part in enabling effective qualification and assessment systems
Fixed term, full time position until 30 June 2027

Shape and drive the organisation's operational policy framework for qualifications and assessment systems.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Part-time Adminstrator

at Otago Polytechnic

This is a Part time job

North Dunedin, Otago

Supportive environment
Five weeks annual leave plus other days off, free gym membership
Work in an innovative organisation where you make a difference

Supportive environment
Five weeks annual leave plus other days off, free gym membership
Work in an innovative organisation where you make a difference

Want to work at an awesome organisation and you're an admin superstar? Passion for assisting others?

subClassification: OtherOther

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

15d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

People & Culture Services Team Leader

at MIT

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland(Hybrid)

Variety plus, work with a supportive team

Connect, engage and support People and Culture during our transformation journey
Join our inclusive culture where you can be yourself and enjoy our diversity
Showcase your collaborate hands-on leadership

Connect, engage and support People and Culture during our transformation journey
Join our inclusive culture where you can be yourself and enjoy our diversity
Showcase your collaborate hands-on leadership

This is a hands‑on lead role where you’ll guide a small team of 3 (split between Mt Albert and Otara campuses).

subClassification: Management - InternalManagement - Internal

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

16d ago

Listed six days ago

Advisor

at Ministry of Education

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Lead OIA, PQs & ministerial advice in a high-impact team
Permanent full-time + flexible working environment
Varied work, strong development & cross-Ministry exposure

Lead OIA, PQs & ministerial advice in a high-impact team
Permanent full-time + flexible working environment
Varied work, strong development & cross-Ministry exposure

Support Ministers with high-quality advice and OIA responses in a fast-paced, impactful public service role with flexible working.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Head of Admissions

at ACG Education Limited

This is a Full time job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Caring, Close-Knit Community defined by mutual respect & diversity
Extensive extracurricular & co-curricular activities to broaden student skillset
A supportive and inclusive workplace culture

Caring, Close-Knit Community defined by mutual respect & diversity
Extensive extracurricular & co-curricular activities to broaden student skillset
A supportive and inclusive workplace culture

Lead enrolment growth - people-focused and relationship-driven role, responsible for achieving student enrolment targets.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Technology Relief Teacher

at Private Advertiser

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Tikipunga, Northland

Seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Relief Teacher with strengths in Food Technology and/or Technology subjects.

subClassification: Teaching - SecondaryTeaching - Secondary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

13d ago

Listed eight days ago

Tutor - Electrical

at North Tec | Te Pūkenga

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Shape the next generation of electricians in Northland
Combine industry experience with a career in teaching
Fixed-term role through to Dec 2026

Shape the next generation of electricians in Northland
Combine industry experience with a career in teaching
Fixed-term role through to Dec 2026

Deliver hands-on electrical training, supporting ākonga to gain practical skills and succeed in their trade careers.

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed ten days ago

Site Transition Lead

at Ministry for Primary Industries

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

St Johns, Auckland

$119,376 to $139,700

Lead the development & delivery of the end-to-end transition and relocation plan
Bring together diverse teams, vendors, and technical experts
St Johns location, fixed-term until March 2029

Lead the development & delivery of the end-to-end transition and relocation plan
Bring together diverse teams, vendors, and technical experts
St Johns location, fixed-term until March 2029

Play a critical role in delivering the successful relocation of operations from the existing Tāmaki site to a new, state-of-the-art facility.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed twenty three days ago