Operations Lead Engineering Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Technical Advisor

at Northpower Ltd

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This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Contribute to a hardworking team delivering high-quality field work

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Contribute to a hardworking team delivering high-quality field work

Northpower is seeking a technical advisor based in Auckland to provide expert support and training for field staff, supervisors, and team leaders.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Compressor Service Manager

at Finnco Compressors

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This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

We provide a diverse range of world class products and services.
Part of an expanding group with driven professionals.
A great work environment. Focused on delivering the best support.

We provide a diverse range of world class products and services.
Part of an expanding group with driven professionals.
A great work environment. Focused on delivering the best support.

You’ll be part of a company that values practical leadership, clear communication, and genuine teamwork. We back our people, and invest in our systems

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed six days ago

Regional Manager

at Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Ideally Auckland base location
New Zealand & Australia owned organisation
Infrastructure delivery focus

Ideally Auckland base location
New Zealand & Australia owned organisation
Infrastructure delivery focus

Design organisation still focussed upon technical delivery and driven to support our fantastic personnel. You're a person, not a number

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Engineering Team Leader - Water Treatment

at Lutra

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

$125,000 – $160,000 per year + annual bonus

Experienced Senior Process Engineers with Leadership Experience - this is the role for you! Competitive salaries, annual bonus, and an excellent team!

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Graduate Operations Engineer

at NK Windows Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

12-month development programme
Career role designed to turn you into a permanent Junior Engineer at NK Windows
Unrivalled experience in a growing market of the NZ construction industry

12-month development programme
Career role designed to turn you into a permanent Junior Engineer at NK Windows
Unrivalled experience in a growing market of the NZ construction industry

We're on the search for a high-achieving Graduate Engineer, who is hungry to get an unrivalled start to their professional career.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Compressor Service Manager

at Finnco Compressors

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

We provide a diverse range of world class products and services.
Part of an expanding group with driven professionals.
A great work environment. Focused on delivering the best support.

We provide a diverse range of world class products and services.
Part of an expanding group with driven professionals.
A great work environment. Focused on delivering the best support.

You’ll be part of a company that values practical leadership, clear communication, and genuine teamwork. We back our people, and invest in our systems

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20h ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Service Division Manager

at EQ Consultants

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Commensurate with experience

A true "work on the business" role
Market based salary + phone + laptop
Car parking

A true "work on the business" role
Market based salary + phone + laptop
Car parking

Drive performance, lead a talented service team, empower safety & results, and thrive in a senior role with real influence shaping national operations

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed five days ago

Site Supervisor - Marine Engineering

at Gilbert Sheetmetal & Engineering Limited

This is a Full time job

Glendene, Auckland

$100,000 – $119,999 per year + vehicle + phone

Hands on-role with a small team of direct reports
Join a trusted name in metal fabrication for over 35 years
West Auckland location

Hands on-role with a small team of direct reports
Join a trusted name in metal fabrication for over 35 years
West Auckland location

Lead. Engineer. Deliver. Do you enjoy diverse projects where no two days are the same? This is your opportunity to make an impact.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Technical Advisor

at Northpower Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Contribute to a hardworking team delivering high-quality field work

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Contribute to a hardworking team delivering high-quality field work

Northpower is seeking a technical advisor based in Auckland to provide expert support and training for field staff, supervisors, and team leaders.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16h ago

Listed three days ago

R&D - Product Development Engineer

at Sprout Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Penrose, with Parking

Shape how a real-world engineered product performs and scales
Own testing, data, and development in a high-growth environment
Hands-on role working closely with production to bring products to life

Shape how a real-world engineered product performs and scales
Own testing, data, and development in a high-growth environment
Hands-on role working closely with production to bring products to life

Join a scaling deep tech manufacturer and shape product performance and production outcomes

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Team Leader Pump Operations

at Napier City Council

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Salary range - $105,714-$124,300 dependent on exp

Great leadership role within our Water Operations department
Permanent Full Time | Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week
5 weeks’ annual leave after 2 years service

Great leadership role within our Water Operations department
Permanent Full Time | Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week
5 weeks’ annual leave after 2 years service

Lead with clarity, build strong people, and shape how essential services are delivered across our city.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Commissioning Process Engineer

at Alexander James

This is a Full time job

Waikato

Experience in commissioning, process engineering, or asset-intensive environment
Strong knowledge of process systems, instrumentation, and control systems
Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving capability in complex environments

Experience in commissioning, process engineering, or asset-intensive environment
Strong knowledge of process systems, instrumentation, and control systems
Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving capability in complex environments

Ensure new and upgraded assets are safely commissioned and ready for operation, bridging delivery and operations to deliver reliable water services.

Recruited byCameron Zukor

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Engineering Supervisor

at CHEP, A Brambles Company

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Great challenge for a maintenance engineer looking for their next career step
Lead engineering projects and shift maintenance
Opportunity to join a global sustainability leading organisation

Great challenge for a maintenance engineer looking for their next career step
Lead engineering projects and shift maintenance
Opportunity to join a global sustainability leading organisation

Fantastic opportunity for an individual to lead the day shift engineering maintenance and lead site engineering projects at our plant.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Maintenance Coordinator/Planner

at Hexion Pty Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Global Chemical Manufacturing Organisation
Opportunity to growth and development
Friendly & Supportive Team Environment

Global Chemical Manufacturing Organisation
Opportunity to growth and development
Friendly & Supportive Team Environment

Excellent opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional to step into a role where they can influence efficiency, safety, & plant performance

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed four days ago

Maintenance Leading Hand

at Holcim

This is a Full time job

Onehunga, Auckland

Onehunga site based role
Strong understanding of plant operations, maintenance practices, and production
Supportive team environment

Onehunga site based role
Strong understanding of plant operations, maintenance practices, and production
Supportive team environment

You will be responsible for technical guidance to the operations team, works closely with the wider Engineering team to plan and execute maintenance

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Mechanical Engineering Supervisor - Sawmill

at Focus Recruitment Limited

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This is a Full time job

Pokeno, Waikato

Excellent, varied, of project & maintenance work, stable industry.
Excellent Hourly Rate's, Benefits & Growth 5.30AM to 4PM Mon-Fri
Strong company culture, stable secure environment & free firewood!

Excellent, varied, of project & maintenance work, stable industry.
Excellent Hourly Rate's, Benefits & Growth 5.30AM to 4PM Mon-Fri
Strong company culture, stable secure environment & free firewood!

Lead a multi-trade team as a hands on Engineering Supervisor, within an industrial enviroment. Growth projects, top rates & a fantastic culture await!

Recruited byHolly Southworth

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18h ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Director - Test & Launch Operations

at Rocket Lab

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This is a Full time job

Auckland

Lead teams that launch rockets
Own mission success from countdown to orbit
Thrive when stakes are highest

Lead teams that launch rockets
Own mission success from countdown to orbit
Thrive when stakes are highest

Lead the teams that launch rockets. Command Rocket Lab's mission-critical operations where every countdown matters and the world is watching.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Operations Improvement Engineer

at Douglas

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland

Market competitive package + great benefits

Improve manufacturing performance
Boost efficiency, quality, and compliance
Work across production, quality, and engineering

Improve manufacturing performance
Boost efficiency, quality, and compliance
Work across production, quality, and engineering

Own projects that improve manufacturing - boost efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance quality while solving complex production challenges

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Engineering Manager - Operations

at Waikato Waters Limited

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

Hands-on leadership: you're as comfortable in the field as in planning a meeting
Join a values-led organisation where people and community really matter
Competitive remuneration + health insurance + hybrid working

Hands-on leadership: you're as comfortable in the field as in planning a meeting
Join a values-led organisation where people and community really matter
Competitive remuneration + health insurance + hybrid working

Be the senior technical leader at the heart of Waikato Waters water and wastewater operations. Exciting opportunity to be part of something brand-new!

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Associate Systems Engineer

at Enatel

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Flexible working policy + Health insurance
Access to LinkedIn Learning suite and training opportunities
Supportive, transparent and empowering leadership culture

Flexible working policy + Health insurance
Access to LinkedIn Learning suite and training opportunities
Supportive, transparent and empowering leadership culture

Support the design and development of innovative DC power solutions across Enatel’s global product portfolio.

subClassification: Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed four days ago

Process Development Engineer - Hardware Team

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

Join our 100-strong Process Development team, designing and delivering purpose-built manufacturing solutions through collaboration.

subClassification: Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Parts Leading Hand

at John Deere

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

Permanent full time role
Career advancement

Permanent full time role
Career advancement

You will be a master at building relationships with our customers, have drive and initiative, and be part of a global company

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Operations Engineer - Puketutu Island Biosolids Facility

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

Unique opportunity to join the Watercare team
Apply your Engineering experience & support the team at our Puketutu site
Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!

Unique opportunity to join the Watercare team
Apply your Engineering experience & support the team at our Puketutu site
Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!

Watercare are currently seeking an experienced Operation Engineer to join our team.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Mechanical Engineer - Production Engineering

at Halter

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, ESOP, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, ESOP, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Lead production engineering infrastructure: design and deploy fixtures and automation, and own manufacturing tooling to scale quality globally.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

North Island Manager - Utilities Infrastructure

at HR Connect Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Lead with impact – drive North Island utilities projects
Develop and inspire – build an exceptional team and strong client relationships
Grow your Career – long term opportunities with competitive remuneration package

Lead with impact – drive North Island utilities projects
Develop and inspire – build an exceptional team and strong client relationships
Grow your Career – long term opportunities with competitive remuneration package

Lead Civtec’s North Island operations and drive the delivery and growth of major utilities projects.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Engineering Project Lead

at Danone CBS Talent NZ

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

A high-performing, collaborative team culture
Competitive Total Reward package
Flexible Hybrid working

A high-performing, collaborative team culture
Competitive Total Reward package
Flexible Hybrid working

Join our dynamic Auckland CAPEX team as an Engineering Project Lead, delivering end-to-end projects that drive performance, safety and quality

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Project Director - Auckland Airport

at Capstone Recruitment New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

Lead a series of complex terminal enabling projects across airside & landside
Manage a team of high performing Project Managers
Fixed term contract through to the end of 2028

Lead a series of complex terminal enabling projects across airside & landside
Manage a team of high performing Project Managers
Fixed term contract through to the end of 2028

Project Director needed to lead over $400m with of terminal enabling works

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Asset Engineer

at Fluid Engineering

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Thorndon, Wellington(Hybrid)

A Port that's growing for the future of Wellington and Central New Zealand
Work closely with trusted contractors and specialist consultants
Utilise your desire for continuous improvement

A Port that's growing for the future of Wellington and Central New Zealand
Work closely with trusted contractors and specialist consultants
Utilise your desire for continuous improvement

Broaden your asset management experience across a diverse infrastructure portfolio in a fast-paced environment

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

24d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Primary Processing Maintenance Coordinator

at Taranakipine

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth, Taranaki

Good pay and staff benefits
Safe, supportive and team-focused culture
A motivated and supportive environment where your leadership makes a difference

Good pay and staff benefits
Safe, supportive and team-focused culture
A motivated and supportive environment where your leadership makes a difference

This is your chance to lead, motivate, and make a real impact to continually improve our plant reliability.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Fulton Hogan

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Competitive Salary + REAL Benefits
Excellent Work Culture & Collaborative Team Environment
Ongoing Training + Development Opportunities

Competitive Salary + REAL Benefits
Excellent Work Culture & Collaborative Team Environment
Ongoing Training + Development Opportunities

Lead civil projects end-to-end, owning planning, safety, quality and delivery on time and budget while driving team performance & continuous improve.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16h ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Brian Perry Civil

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Run NZ‑wide concrete pavement projects end to end
Tier 1 projects, strong pipeline, complex civil projects
High autonomy, senior influence, and real opportunity to grow a niche

Run NZ‑wide concrete pavement projects end to end
Tier 1 projects, strong pipeline, complex civil projects
High autonomy, senior influence, and real opportunity to grow a niche

Lead concrete roading projects NZ‑wide, drive delivery, develop teams, and grow a specialised operation

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Project Manager - Electrical

at Horizon Energy Group

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland

Paid day off for your birthday and access to a range of corporate discounts.
Wellness benefits including health checks, and life & critical illness insurance
A stable, well-respected company making a real difference in the industry.

Paid day off for your birthday and access to a range of corporate discounts.
Wellness benefits including health checks, and life & critical illness insurance
A stable, well-respected company making a real difference in the industry.

Seeking Experienced Project Manager - Electrical

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

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