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

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Packing Operator - Powder Plant (Fixed-Term)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Fixed-term opportunity during peak season (July–Feb) with immediate impact
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Fixed-term opportunity during peak season (July–Feb) with immediate impact
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

Fixed-term packing operators needed for Waikato milk powder sites. 12-hour shifts, operating packing lines, tipping, forklift use, and plant support.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

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Packing Operator - Powder Plant

at Open Country Dairy

This is a Full time job

Waharoa, Waikato

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

A full-time position is needed for Waikato milk powder sites. 12-hour shifts, operating packing lines, tipping, forklift use, and plant support.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

Featured

Listed fourteen hours ago

Boiler Operator (Acid Plant Engineer)

at Ravensdown Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Bring your safety focused attitude to our team
Investment in your ongoing training and career development
Competitive salary and benefits

Bring your safety focused attitude to our team
Investment in your ongoing training and career development
Competitive salary and benefits

If you're keen to grow your career, there's no better place to nourish it than here.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

14h ago

Listed eight days ago

Packing Operator - Powder Plant

at Open Country Dairy

This is a Full time job

Waharoa, Waikato

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

A full-time position is needed for Waikato milk powder sites. 12-hour shifts, operating packing lines, tipping, forklift use, and plant support.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

8d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Production Technician

at Phytomed Medicinal Herbs Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland

$25 – $27 per hour

Join a supportive team producing high-quality herbal medicines right here in New Zealand. Be part of a hands-on production environment where quality.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

24d ago

Listed nine days ago

Packing Operator - Powder Plant (Fixed-Term)

at Open Country Dairy

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waharoa, Waikato

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Fixed-term opportunity during peak season (July–Feb) with immediate impact
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

Competitive pay + 12-hour roster (4 on / 4 off) for strong work–life balance
Fixed-term opportunity during peak season (July–Feb) with immediate impact
Hands-on role with packing lines, forklift work, and career development in dairy

Fixed-term packing operators needed for Waikato milk powder sites. 12-hour shifts, operating packing lines, tipping, forklift use, and plant support.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

9d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Sales Support - Food Industry - Graduate opportunity

at Private Advertiser

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$60,000 – $65,000 per year

Competitive Salary +Training & Development
Growth within the Company + Wellness bonus
20% Staff discount in our retail shop + Life & Trauma insurance

Competitive Salary +Training & Development
Growth within the Company + Wellness bonus
20% Staff discount in our retail shop + Life & Trauma insurance

Great opportunity for an ambitious and driven individual looking to develop your career & learn from an encouraging and supportive team

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Plant Chemist

at New Zealand Pharmaceuticals

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Healthcare and insurance benefits
Wellbeing initiatives

Healthcare and insurance benefits
Wellbeing initiatives

We’re looking for a Plant Chemist to provide advanced technical expertise across chemical manufacturing processes and to strengthen our product.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Geothermal Power Plant Operator

at Eastland Generation

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Kawerau, Bay of Plenty

Join us in building a sustainable future for Aotearoa
Support team and safety-first culture
Competitive salary and excellent staff benefits

Join us in building a sustainable future for Aotearoa
Support team and safety-first culture
Competitive salary and excellent staff benefits

Now is the time to join Eastland Generation, a specialist renewable energy developer in a phase of rapid growth.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

30d+ ago

Listed one day ago

Machine Operators Opportunities - Wiri

at Griffin's Snacks

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Looking for a role with an iconic company in South Auckland?
Starting hourly rate of $25.80 + $2.24 shift allowance and other benefits
Are you keen to keep learning so you can build your skills and your pay?

Looking for a role with an iconic company in South Auckland?
Starting hourly rate of $25.80 + $2.24 shift allowance and other benefits
Are you keen to keep learning so you can build your skills and your pay?

We're looking for people to join us as Machine Operators, based

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

1d ago

Listed twenty days ago

AREA SALES MANAGER - NEW ZEALAND

at LEMKEN AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland(Remote)

Drive sales growth, build dealer relationships, and promote innovative agricultural machinery across Tasmania and New Zealand

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Sales(Sales)

20d ago

Listed ten days ago

Client Services Manager – Technical Support (Agriculture)

at Hill Labs

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato(Hybrid)

Flexible work environment & travel opportunity

Flexible work environment & travel opportunities
Strong support and collaboration from the broader commercial team
A family-friendly, flexible, and supportive workplace culture

Flexible work environment & travel opportunities
Strong support and collaboration from the broader commercial team
A family-friendly, flexible, and supportive workplace culture

This role gives you the platform to apply your technical expertise, partner with the Agricultural industry & help farmers and growers - Join Hill Labs

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Finance and Administration Coordinator

at Restore Native Ltd

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato(Hybrid)

$70,000 – $90,000 per year

Join Restore Native as a Financial Administrator in Cambridge. A hands-on role with flexibility, ownership and room to grow.

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management

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

9h 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 three days ago

Production Assistant

at Neocrete

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$65,000 per year

Hands-on Production Assistant operating plant, handling materials, driving forklift, packaging and managing stock to ensure safe, efficient production

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Territory Manager (South Island)

at Kiwicare

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive salary + annual reviews

Company car + tools to succeed as you grow your South Island territory
Build strong partnerships and win new ranging, promos & activations
Values-led, supportive culture with development pathways and real market impact

Company car + tools to succeed as you grow your South Island territory
Build strong partnerships and win new ranging, promos & activations
Values-led, supportive culture with development pathways and real market impact

Drive South Island sales growth - build strong retail partnerships, grow accounts & deliver results across hardware and supermarket channels.

subClassification: Account & Relationship ManagementAccount & Relationship Management

classification: Sales(Sales)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Junior Service Technician

at MAF NZ

This is a Full time job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Ongoing training and development
Diverse role in a small team
Travel throughout New Zealand

Ongoing training and development
Diverse role in a small team
Travel throughout New Zealand

Explore the field of Fruit Grading and packing control. Optimize systems for clients across New Zealand.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

9d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Assembly Technician

at Frogparking Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

We are on the lookout for a motivated individual who isn't afraid to "get their hands dirty" and help build the future of parking technology.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

27d 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 twenty eight 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)

28d ago

Listed three days ago

Quality Assurance & Technical Manager (Horticulture)

at Evergreen Garden Care New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Be part of a Global Organisation
Lead quality and technical strategy across a diverse product portfolio
Competitive salary package based at Mt Maunganui

Be part of a Global Organisation
Lead quality and technical strategy across a diverse product portfolio
Competitive salary package based at Mt Maunganui

Lead quality, compliance, and technical excellence for Evergreen Garden Care in Mt Maunganui, driving performance and continuous improvement

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Senior Operations Engineer

at Technical Recruitment Solutions

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

NZD 115000 - 125000 per annum

Join an innovative NZ company
Work in medical devices and make a difference
Senior role for an engineer with 5+ years’ experience

Join an innovative NZ company
Work in medical devices and make a difference
Senior role for an engineer with 5+ years’ experience

Bring your strong process or manufacturing engineering background to bridge the gap between product development & commercial manufacturing operations

Recruited byOlivia Lawrence

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12h ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Junior Field Technician

at Halter

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato(Remote)

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

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

We're one of NZ's fastest growing companies. Your work will be seen, felt, heard and touched!

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

28d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Scientist

at Eqalis Pharmaceuticals Ltd

This is a Full time job

Katikati, Bay of Plenty

$100,000 – $130,000 per year

Senior Scientist role with advanced HPLC, GMP, validation, troubleshooting and investigation responsibilities in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Production Operator - AM & PM Shifts available

at Metro Performance Glass

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Hornby, Canterbury

Got manufacturing or machine operating experience? Step into a hands-on role in a busy glass plant where you'll get steady hours and solid pay.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

29d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Field Service Engineer

at Adecco New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Technical trouble shooting and problem solving
Customer service and relationship management
Career growth and promotion opportunity

Technical trouble shooting and problem solving
Customer service and relationship management
Career growth and promotion opportunity

Field Service Engineer

subClassification: Field EngineeringField Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14h ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Production Engineer

at PEC Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Marton, Manawatu

$65,000 – $80,000 per year

Privately New Zealand Owned
High Tech company in Rural New Zealand
Exciting future

Privately New Zealand Owned
High Tech company in Rural New Zealand
Exciting future

We're seeking a Production Engineer to join our Manufacturing Engineering team, with a particular focus on our electronics manufacturing department.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

29d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Process Engineer - Fibreline

at Oji Fibre Solutions – Forest Resources

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Kinleith, Waikato

Applied engineering role
Teamwork emphasis
Professional Development and Career Path oriented

Applied engineering role
Teamwork emphasis
Professional Development and Career Path oriented

This is a key technical role where your engineering expertise and problem solving ability will directly influence plant performance, product quality,

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

29d ago

Listed six hours ago

Plant Technical Operator

at Top Energy

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Ngawha Springs, Northland

Full time, permanent role
Competitive Salary between $70,000 and $110,000
Retention bonus and shift allowance

Full time, permanent role
Competitive Salary between $70,000 and $110,000
Retention bonus and shift allowance

We are looking for a Plant Technical Operator to help keep the Ngāwhā Geothermal Power Station running safely, reliably, and efficiently.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

6h ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Heavy Diesel Field Service Technician

at Terra CAT

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

$36 – $45 per hour

Competitive hourly rate, annual reviewed + overtime + lots of other benefits
Formal development and training pathways

Competitive hourly rate, annual reviewed + overtime + lots of other benefits
Formal development and training pathways

Over poor support, long hours without compensation or gear that limits how well you can do your work? This could be what you are looking for …

subClassification: Automotive TradesAutomotive Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

15d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Harvest & Engineering Manager

at Technical Recruitment Solutions

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Masterton, Wellington

Salary + Car + Medical + Workplace Saving Scheme

Work across the forest and in the office, in a down-to-earth supportive team
Lead all facets of forest production and engineering operations
Contractor management, H&S compliance & monthly KPI reporting

Work across the forest and in the office, in a down-to-earth supportive team
Lead all facets of forest production and engineering operations
Contractor management, H&S compliance & monthly KPI reporting

Manage day-to-day harvest production and engineering operations across a sizeable forestry estate in the Wairarapa

Recruited byBethany Craigen

subClassification: Natural Resources & WaterNatural Resources & Water

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

7h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Irrigation and Plant Health Manager

at Pāmu

This is a Full time job

Kerikeri, Northland

Competitive salary
Health and life insurance
Up to 4% Kiwisaver matching

Competitive salary
Health and life insurance
Up to 4% Kiwisaver matching

Experience the Best of Both Worlds – Live and Work in Beautiful Kerikeri

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

278 plant technology jobs in New Zealand

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Packing Operator - Powder Plant (Fixed-Term)

Packing Operator - Powder Plant

Boiler Operator (Acid Plant Engineer)

Packing Operator - Powder Plant

Production Technician

Packing Operator - Powder Plant (Fixed-Term)

Sales Support - Food Industry - Graduate opportunity

Plant Chemist

Geothermal Power Plant Operator

Machine Operators Opportunities - Wiri

AREA SALES MANAGER - NEW ZEALAND

Client Services Manager – Technical Support (Agriculture)

Finance and Administration Coordinator

Chief Technology Officer (Deep Tech)

Production Assistant

Territory Manager (South Island)

Junior Service Technician

Assembly Technician

Product Knowledge & Education Specialist

Maintenance Engineer

Quality Assurance & Technical Manager (Horticulture)

Senior Operations Engineer

Junior Field Technician

Senior Scientist

Production Operator - AM & PM Shifts available

Field Service Engineer

Production Engineer

Process Engineer - Fibreline

Plant Technical Operator

Heavy Diesel Field Service Technician

Harvest & Engineering Manager

Irrigation and Plant Health Manager

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