Plant Engineer Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

Take charge of preventative maintenance and shape systems from the ground up
Document, maintain and improve the tools that keep things moving
Be part of a team where reliability, pride and teamwork make every day rewarding

Take charge of preventative maintenance and shape systems from the ground up
Document, maintain and improve the tools that keep things moving
Be part of a team where reliability, pride and teamwork make every day rewarding

Pacific Helmets seek a hands-on Plant Engineer to maintain, improve and manage plant equipment along with documentation.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed eight days ago

Maintenance Engineer | Critical Role in Plant Performance

at Heat Treatments

This is a Full time job

Mount Roskill, Auckland

We are looking for a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to support the reliability and performance of our commercial heat treatment operations.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed five days ago

Plant Maintenance Engineer

at Ashburton Meat Processors

This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

$85,000 – $100,000 per year

Vibrant regional location
Year-round job security!
Great work/life balance

Vibrant regional location
Year-round job security!
Great work/life balance

Hands on Maintenance engineer role at a meat processing facility.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Maintenance Engineer

at Argenta

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Manurewa East, Auckland

Full time Permanent Role
South Auckland location with free onsite parking
Competitive salary, allowances and performance based yearly bonus

Full time Permanent Role
South Auckland location with free onsite parking
Competitive salary, allowances and performance based yearly bonus

Bring your maintenance expertise to a fast-paced environment where your skills drive reliability, performance and continuous improvement every day.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Engineer

at Delmaine Fine Foods Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$95,000 – $110,000 per year

Keep production running smoothly by maintaining equipment, reducing downtime, and supporting operational efficiency.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Production Operations Engineer

at Aroa Biosurgery

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

Easy Motorway access and based in Airport Oaks
NZ medical device company with an inspiring purpose
Variety of employee benefits and growth opportunities

Easy Motorway access and based in Airport Oaks
NZ medical device company with an inspiring purpose
Variety of employee benefits and growth opportunities

Opportunity for someone to work in manufacturing environment and to make a tangible impact on operational performance and product quality

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

22h ago

Listed six days ago

Engineering Manager

at New Zealand Health Manufacturing

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

Directly impact site performance
Drive continuous improvement and innovation
No two-days are the same

Directly impact site performance
Drive continuous improvement and innovation
No two-days are the same

Engineering Manager leading site maintenance, equipment management and engineering team in natural health manufacturing.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Maintenance Engineer - Afternoon Shift(2pm -10.30pm)

at Vitaco Health Group

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Staff discounts on products such as Musashi, Healtheries, Nutra‑Life & Athena
Subsidised on-site café
Competitive salary with annual review, plus paid birthday leave

Staff discounts on products such as Musashi, Healtheries, Nutra‑Life & Athena
Subsidised on-site café
Competitive salary with annual review, plus paid birthday leave

Join a leading FMCG manufacturer and play a critical role in keeping our production running at pace — hands-on, high-impact and with real opportunity

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Engineer

at Lawson Williams

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Full project responsibility and autonomy.
Interesting production and facilities improvement opportunity.
Well regarded organisation, you will work closely with key decision makers.

Full project responsibility and autonomy.
Interesting production and facilities improvement opportunity.
Well regarded organisation, you will work closely with key decision makers.

Lead capital projects and plant improvements for a fast-growing Nutraceuticals manufacturer investing in its next stage of growth.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Maintenance Engineer

at Gallagher

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Pukekohe, Auckland

Competitive Hourly Rate + Kiwisaver + Annual Bonus

Day shift, Monday–Friday work-life balance
Hands-on role across diverse industrial equipment
Opportunities for improvement, design & innovation

Day shift, Monday–Friday work-life balance
Hands-on role across diverse industrial equipment
Opportunities for improvement, design & innovation

Maintenance Engineer maintaining and repairing plant equipment, improving reliability, and supporting safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

26d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Manufacturing Data & Performance Engineer

at Aroa Biosurgery

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

Easy Motorway access and based in Airport Oaks
NZ medical device company with an inspiring purpose
Variety of employee benefits and growth opportunities

Easy Motorway access and based in Airport Oaks
NZ medical device company with an inspiring purpose
Variety of employee benefits and growth opportunities

Enjoys turning complex manufacturing data into clear insights that support better decision-making this role is for you

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

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

22h ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Performance Engineer

at Genesis

This is a Full time job

Huntly, Waikato

Optimise performance at NZ’s largest power station
Drive plant efficiency through data and engineering insights
Maximise plant flexibility, efficiency, and operational capability

Optimise performance at NZ’s largest power station
Drive plant efficiency through data and engineering insights
Maximise plant flexibility, efficiency, and operational capability

Join our iconic Huntly Power Station in a high-impact engineering role focused on optimising plant performance and operational excellence.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21h ago

Listed one day ago

Shift Maintenance Engineer

at COTTONSOFT LTD

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

FMCG tissue converting manufacturer for toilet paper and paper towel
Rotating Shift Pattern | Good Work-Life Balance
Roles available at both Wiri & Highbrook

FMCG tissue converting manufacturer for toilet paper and paper towel
Rotating Shift Pattern | Good Work-Life Balance
Roles available at both Wiri & Highbrook

We're seeking an experienced and collaborative Shift Maintenance Engineers to support mechanical and electrical maintenance on our production lines

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Reliability Engineering Lead

at Orion NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Bring fresh thinking to a role focused on reliability, resilience and strategy
Use your expertise to solve complex operational issues and improve performance
Be part of a future-focused environment that values curiosity and ideas

Bring fresh thinking to a role focused on reliability, resilience and strategy
Use your expertise to solve complex operational issues and improve performance
Be part of a future-focused environment that values curiosity and ideas

Shape a brand-new reliability engineering role focused on asset performance and resilience

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

1d ago

Listed one hour ago

MAINTENANCE FITTER / ENGINEER

at Pure Oil New Zealand Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Maintenance Fitter / Engineer to carry out preventative and scheduled maintenance work across a variety of machinery.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1h ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Maintenance Engineer

at Private Advertiser

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

100% NZ Owned and operated
Great team environment
Free carpark and great company benefits

100% NZ Owned and operated
Great team environment
Free carpark and great company benefits

The main responsibilities in this role are the service and maintenance of food processing and packaging machinery.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Process Engineer Graduate

at McCallum Industries Limited

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland

This is an excellent opportunity to join a large manufacturing business with opportunity to develop your career and grow with the business.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23h ago

Listed four days ago

Production Engineer - Relocate to Timaru

at People Inc Group Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Generous base plus bonus and relocation

Drive improvements across processes, SOPs, and systems
Key role in fast-growing SME with visible impact
Competitive package including salary, bonus and relocation support

Drive improvements across processes, SOPs, and systems
Key role in fast-growing SME with visible impact
Competitive package including salary, bonus and relocation support

Drive improvements across production processes, SOPs, and manufacturing systems within this growing NZ manufacturer.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Production Maintenance Engineer

at ABE'S Bagels Limited

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Saint Johns, Auckland

Join ABE’S BAGELS as a Production Maintenance Engineer (min. 2 years experience), Based in St Johns!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed seven days ago

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

at Buckley Systems Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$40 – $50 per hour

An environment where you are encouraged to develop and learn
Competitive pay, medical insurance, overtime rates, and flexible shifts
Mt Wellington location – full-time work

An environment where you are encouraged to develop and learn
Competitive pay, medical insurance, overtime rates, and flexible shifts
Mt Wellington location – full-time work

Experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineers wanted to support CNC and production machinery. Multiple shifts, training and long-term opportunities.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Technical Engineer

at People Passion

This is a Full time job

Bell Block, Taranaki

Competitive Pay + Medical Insurance + Skin Checks

Long-term career development with full training & global opportunities
Medical insurance, income protection, superannuation, and wellness support
Stable, established global business offering long term career growth

Long-term career development with full training & global opportunities
Medical insurance, income protection, superannuation, and wellness support
Stable, established global business offering long term career growth

Open to electricians, technical trades, manufacturing, or engineering backgrounds. Training provided for the right long-term mindset! Call 092992525!

Recruited byGeorgia Carr

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19h ago

Listed two days ago

Engineer

at Jackson Enterprises

This is a Full time job

Pahiatua, Manawatu

Great Team. Solid work. We're looking for an Engineer who's ready to get stuck in, take ownership and be part of something worthwhile.

subClassification: Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Production Management Trainee

at McCain Foods (NZ) Limited

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Fast‑track your leadership career with a global brand
Gain hands-on experience across all manufacturing process areas - “farm to fork”
Blend formal training, self-directed study, and on-the-job experiences

Fast‑track your leadership career with a global brand
Gain hands-on experience across all manufacturing process areas - “farm to fork”
Blend formal training, self-directed study, and on-the-job experiences

Ready to turn your degree into real‑world impact? Accelerate your career with McCain's Production Management Trainee Program.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Injection Moulding Process Engineer

at Tekplas 2025 Limited

This is a Full time job

Tamahere, Waikato

Competitive pay rate - based on skills and experience| Paid rest & meal breaks.
Modern and clean work environment - cleanroom facility
Great team environment| Positive work culture

Competitive pay rate - based on skills and experience| Paid rest & meal breaks.
Modern and clean work environment - cleanroom facility
Great team environment| Positive work culture

Experienced Injection Moulding Process Engineer to develop and optimise moulding processes in a highly automated manufacturing environment.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

5d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Workshop Engineer – Pumps & Rotating Equipment

at Brown Brothers Engineers Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Varied hands-on work: assembly, repairs, testing and diagnostics
Supportive team environment with strong safety culture
Stable role with a respected engineering business and AxFlow Group member

Varied hands-on work: assembly, repairs, testing and diagnostics
Supportive team environment with strong safety culture
Stable role with a respected engineering business and AxFlow Group member

Hands-on workshop role repairing pumps & rotating equipment. Stable full-time role in Penrose with training, strong team culture & leading brands.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

27d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Mechanical Engineer - Manufacturing

at Free-Flow Manufacturing Limited

This is a Full time job

Glen Innes, Auckland

Skilled Mechanical Fitter maintaining production lines, handling breakdowns, preventative maintenance, and fabrication in a fast-paced plant.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed four days ago

Production Engineer

at Recruitnet Consulting Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Base + profit share : 45hr week

Work with modern technology and systems
Continuous improvement and process optimisation focus
Project management of new equipment installations

Work with modern technology and systems
Continuous improvement and process optimisation focus
Project management of new equipment installations

We are seeking a hands-on Production Engineer with superior problem-solving skills to optimise technology and production processes, based in Gisborne.