459 research and development manager jobs in New Zealand

This is a Full time job

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

Enjoy a rural NZ lifestyle - Work with a business offering career opportunity
Join a fast-growing business, driving pet nutrition excellence
Year‑round outdoor activities on our doorstep - Rivers, lakes, bush, Mt Ruapehu.

Enjoy a rural NZ lifestyle - Work with a business offering career opportunity
Join a fast-growing business, driving pet nutrition excellence
Year‑round outdoor activities on our doorstep - Rivers, lakes, bush, Mt Ruapehu.

As a Senior R&D Technologist play a hands‑on role in developing innovative, high‑quality pet nutrition products that truly make a difference.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Head of Research & Development (Leadership Appointment)

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This is a Full time job

Lead global innovation in pet nutrition with a fast-growing company.
Shape the future of R&D backed by strong investment and cutting-edge tech.
Enjoy a senior leadership role with the space for a lifestyle property.

Lead global innovation in pet nutrition with a fast-growing company.
Shape the future of R&D backed by strong investment and cutting-edge tech.
Enjoy a senior leadership role with the space for a lifestyle property.

Lead global innovation in pet nutrition while enjoying an enviable lifestyle in New Zealand’s King Country — let your expertise shape the future!

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

Featured

Listed four days ago

Senior R&D Technologist

This is a Full time job

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

Enjoy a rural NZ lifestyle - Work with a business offering career opportunity
Join a fast-growing business, driving pet nutrition excellence
Year‑round outdoor activities on our doorstep - Rivers, lakes, bush, Mt Ruapehu.

Enjoy a rural NZ lifestyle - Work with a business offering career opportunity
Join a fast-growing business, driving pet nutrition excellence
Year‑round outdoor activities on our doorstep - Rivers, lakes, bush, Mt Ruapehu.

As a Senior R&D Technologist play a hands‑on role in developing innovative, high‑quality pet nutrition products that truly make a difference.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Head of Research & Development (Leadership Appointment)

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

at The Recruitment Alternative

Lead global innovation in pet nutrition with a fast-growing company.
Shape the future of R&D backed by strong investment and cutting-edge tech.
Enjoy a senior leadership role with the space for a lifestyle property.

Lead global innovation in pet nutrition with a fast-growing company.
Shape the future of R&D backed by strong investment and cutting-edge tech.
Enjoy a senior leadership role with the space for a lifestyle property.

Lead global innovation in pet nutrition while enjoying an enviable lifestyle in New Zealand’s King Country — let your expertise shape the future!

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

R&D Project Manager

This is a Full time job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Generous Salary + bonuses + benefits

Newly created opportunity! Coordinate R&D projects in healthcare—manage documentation, stage-gates and cross-functional teams from concept to launch

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

RAGT Product Development Lead - Forage and Arable

at RAGT New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Hornby South, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Bridge the gap between innovation and the paddock
Sit at the heart of RAGT New Zealand’s Technical Team
Lead the advancement of proprietary cultivars

Bridge the gap between innovation and the paddock
Sit at the heart of RAGT New Zealand’s Technical Team
Lead the advancement of proprietary cultivars

RAGT is looking for a Product Development Lead to act as a vital link between world-class research and commercial success.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Senior Technician – Food Science - School of Chemical Sciences

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

$73,400 – $86,403 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

Varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same—perfect for someone who enjoys problem-solving, collaboration, and making things run seamlessly

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Operations & Systems Manager

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato(Hybrid)

Excellent benefits and flexible work options

Hands on leadership role blending delivery and people leadership, owning systems, data and processes behind high impact livestock breeding.

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

11d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Senior Product Manager

at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Identify product opportunities based on research and data analysis
Make a difference in the lives of patients worldwide
Unique working environment with onsite cafes and free parking

Identify product opportunities based on research and data analysis
Make a difference in the lives of patients worldwide
Unique working environment with onsite cafes and free parking

Lead product research initiatives & gather actionable insights to better understand our customer needs.

subClassification: Market Research & AnalysisMarket Research & Analysis

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

16d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Warehouse & Distribution Manager

at Argenta

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Manurewa East, Auckland

South Auckland location with free onsite parking
Lead end-to-end warehouse & distribution operations in a fast-paced environment
Purpose-driven global company making a real impact in animal health

South Auckland location with free onsite parking
Lead end-to-end warehouse & distribution operations in a fast-paced environment
Purpose-driven global company making a real impact in animal health

Lead warehouse & distribution, build a high-performing team and thrive with a supportive manager in a purpose-driven animal health company.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

25d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

NPD Technologist (12 Month Term)

at BODCO

This is a Full time job

Pukete, Waikato

Working closely with our Technical & Quality Director we're looking for someone who is driven/eager to develop a career in the Infant Formula industry

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Manager

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$120,000-$140,000 depending on experience

5 weeks' annual leave + 37.5 hours/ per week
Shape the future of health education through high-impact project delivery
Flexible working options & up to 6.75% super

5 weeks' annual leave + 37.5 hours/ per week
Shape the future of health education through high-impact project delivery
Flexible working options & up to 6.75% super

Lead complex, high-impact projects within a Medical Faculty. Influence senior stakeholders, drive delivery, and turn complexity into clear, actionable

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago

Listed ten days ago

Animal Technician - The School of Psychology - part-time (30 hrs pw)

at The University of Auckland

Expiring soon

This is a Part time job

at New Zealand Clinical Research

$63,600 – $79,300 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

Join a collaborative, purpose-driven team where your work directly supports teaching, research, and animal well-being.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Technical Manager

at Aquaculture New Zealand

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Aquaculture New Zealand is looking for an experienced Technical Manager to help shape the future of Aotearoa’s aquaculture sector.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

27d ago

Listed three days ago

Quality & Compliance Manager

at New Zealand Creameries

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Supportive and Collaborative Team Culture
Competitive salary and benefits
Be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and customer focus

Supportive and Collaborative Team Culture
Competitive salary and benefits
Be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and customer focus

Hiring Quality & Compliance Manager to lead site quality, food safety and regulatory compliance at NZ Creameries.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Business Development Manager

This is a Full time job

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

Global impact: Drive partnerships advancing world-class clinical research.
Thrive in a rapidly expanding company with continuous learning.
Comprehensive perks: Enjoy 77 + benefits with Boost

Global impact: Drive partnerships advancing world-class clinical research.
Thrive in a rapidly expanding company with continuous learning.
Comprehensive perks: Enjoy 77 + benefits with Boost

Drive global health breakthroughs as a Business Development Manager at NZCR by forging key partnerships with pharmaceutical and biotech leaders.

subClassification: SalesSales

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

6d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Breeding Manager

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato(Hybrid)

Flexible work options and great benefits.

Lead LIC’s Breeding team delivering high‑impact genetics, strong breeder partnerships, and elite bulls for NZ farmers’ future herds.

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Science & Nutrition Manager

at Synlait Milk Ltd

This is a Full time job

Dunsandel, Canterbury

Lead science-backed nutrition frameworks for global markets
Shape Synlait’s Advanced Nutrition portfolio
Be part of a dynamic driven team!

Lead science-backed nutrition frameworks for global markets
Shape Synlait’s Advanced Nutrition portfolio
Be part of a dynamic driven team!

You will be the driving force behind the growth and expansion of key customer partners for Synlait and a group of international markets.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

General Farm Worker

at AgResearch

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Mosgiel, Otago

Hands on role with plenty of variety
Bring your skills, curiosity, and passion for agriculture
Supportive and inclusive team environment

Hands on role with plenty of variety
Bring your skills, curiosity, and passion for agriculture
Supportive and inclusive team environment

Bring your enthusiasm and passion to this role on a busy research farm!

subClassification: Farm LabourFarm Labour

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

4d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Programme Manager - Sustainable Nutrition

at Massey University

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Massey University, Manawatu

Lead project management and communications for SNi® research programme
Coordinate stakeholders, meetings, and research activities
Support sustainable nutrition science and NZ food system research

Lead project management and communications for SNi® research programme
Coordinate stakeholders, meetings, and research activities
Support sustainable nutrition science and NZ food system research

Manage projects and communications for the SNi® programme, supporting research on sustainable nutrition and future food systems.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

24d ago

Listed three days ago

National Manager - Māori Partnerships

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Play an integral role within our Māori & Pacific Partnering Unit
Use your te reo Māori me ōna tikanga skills to facilitate meaningful science
Lead a highly skilled team

Play an integral role within our Māori & Pacific Partnering Unit
Use your te reo Māori me ōna tikanga skills to facilitate meaningful science
Lead a highly skilled team

As National Manager – Māori Partnerships you will provide strategic leadership to position Earth Sciences NZ as a trusted and enduring science partner

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Research Network Senior Manager (Transformational Technologies Research Network)

at Auckland University Of Technology

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job