Zero Waste Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

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Storeman/Cutter

This is a Full time job

Be valued & rewarded — medical insurance, 4% KiwiSaver + bonus scheme
5 extra leave days — birthday, family, volunteering & personal days off
Real longevity & advancement— a team where people stay 5, 10, even 30+ years

Be valued & rewarded — medical insurance, 4% KiwiSaver + bonus scheme
5 extra leave days — birthday, family, volunteering & personal days off
Real longevity & advancement— a team where people stay 5, 10, even 30+ years

From manufacturing, cutting or production? No flooring experience needed — if you work with precision and care, we'll teach you the rest.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

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Foreman at ResourceCo

at Resourceco Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

$80,000 – $90,000 per year

Step into a role where your expertise doesn’t just keep machines moving—it helps reshape the future of waste in New Zealand.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Listed two days ago

Storeman/Cutter

at Jacobsen Creative Surfaces

This is a Full time job

St Johns, Auckland

Be valued & rewarded — medical insurance, 4% KiwiSaver + bonus scheme
5 extra leave days — birthday, family, volunteering & personal days off
Real longevity & advancement— a team where people stay 5, 10, even 30+ years

Be valued & rewarded — medical insurance, 4% KiwiSaver + bonus scheme
5 extra leave days — birthday, family, volunteering & personal days off
Real longevity & advancement— a team where people stay 5, 10, even 30+ years

From manufacturing, cutting or production? No flooring experience needed — if you work with precision and care, we'll teach you the rest.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Retail Assistants

at Kin

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rodney & North Shore, Auckland

Full Time & Part Time Positions
12 Month Contract
Wairau Park, North Shore, Auckland

Full Time & Part Time Positions
12 Month Contract
Wairau Park, North Shore, Auckland

Localised is opening its first standalone retail venture, and we're looking for practical, reliable Retail Assistants to help bring it to life.

subClassification: Retail AssistantsRetail Assistants

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

8d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Operator - Recycling

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

We are looking for a Recycling Operator to join the team in Queenstown

subClassification: OtherOther

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

14d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

EcoSort Operator

at K2Recruit Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28.95 per hour

Hands on role supporting Canterbury’s recycling system
Be part of a close knit, safety focused team
Full training provided with opportunities to grow your skills

Hands on role supporting Canterbury’s recycling system
Be part of a close knit, safety focused team
Full training provided with opportunities to grow your skills

Support high quality recycling outcomes through hands on sorting in a fast paced, safety focused environment.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

24d ago

Listed three days ago

OPERATIONS MANAGER – Residential Collections

at KINGS RECRUITMENT LTD

This is a Full time job

Silverdale, Auckland

$100K - $130K + vehicle + other perks

Operationally strong with knowledge of trucks transportation & fleet maintenance
Lead teams to enhance efficiency, productivity, service quality & safety culture
Opportunity to MAKE YOUR MARK with scope for further growth

Operationally strong with knowledge of trucks transportation & fleet maintenance
Lead teams to enhance efficiency, productivity, service quality & safety culture
Opportunity to MAKE YOUR MARK with scope for further growth

Hands-on Operations Manager to lead daily operations for well-recognized, 100% Kiwi-owned company in waste / logistics/ transport industry. Silverdale

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Operations Coordinator

at Green Gorilla

This is a Full time job

Onehunga, Auckland

100% Kiwi owned
Growth & Development opportunities

100% Kiwi owned
Growth & Development opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to use your coordinating and logistics skills and work for Green Gorilla in a supportive and dynamic team environment.

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport

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

9d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Sustainability Projects Officer (Circular Fashion/Ethical Consumer Projects)

at Education and Training Trust

This is a Part time job

Henderson, Auckland

$28 – $30 per hour

Lead environmental justice initiatives reducing textile waste, with proceeds supporting migrant and refugee women survivors.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Zoo Groundskeeper

at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Inspiring environment working alongside passionate people
Competitive remuneration package and staff benefits
Enjoy free use of centre facilities plus a range of other benefits

Inspiring environment working alongside passionate people
Competitive remuneration package and staff benefits
Enjoy free use of centre facilities plus a range of other benefits

Hands-on role with a focus facilities management

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Foreman at ResourceCo

at Resourceco Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

$80,000 – $90,000 per year

Step into a role where your expertise doesn’t just keep machines moving—it helps reshape the future of waste in New Zealand.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Waste Technical Services Operations Manager

at InterGroup Limited

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Shape the future of waste and resource recovery in Auckland with a leadership role that delivers operational and environmental impact.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

3d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Business Manager

at DOWNER NZ

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Permanent, Full Time Opportunity!
Development programmes and ongoing career opportunities across NZ and Australia
Work with a close-knit and welcoming team!

Permanent, Full Time Opportunity!
Development programmes and ongoing career opportunities across NZ and Australia
Work with a close-knit and welcoming team!

Join Downer as a Business Manager and lead our high-performing Green Vision Recycling team in the beautiful Auckland.

subClassification: Contracts AdministrationContracts Administration

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

21h ago

Listed one day ago

Site Manager

at Echo

This is a Full time job

Hornby, Canterbury

$70,000 per year + Annual Bonus

Join a growing, purpose-driven business where you can lead teams, drive improvement, and make a real impact on operations and sustainability.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

1d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Operator - Transfer Station

at WM New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Waitara, Taranaki

Part-time Operator position at Waitara Transfer Station, responsible for site operations, customer assistance, and safety compliance.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

20h ago

Listed seven days ago

Operations Coordinator

at Smart Environmental

This is a Full time job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Competitive Remuneration
Training Provided
PPE Provided

Competitive Remuneration
Training Provided
PPE Provided

Are you a skilled and motivated Operations Coordinator looking for an exciting new opportunity?

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

7d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Operations Manager - Auckland Commercial Collections

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Due to an internal promotion, we're looking for a dynamic, hands-on Operations Manager - To apply for this role click "I'm interested"

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

19d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Clean Electricity Lead

at NZ Climate Foundation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$150,000 – $185,000 per year

Focus on the needed transformation across all aspects of the electricity system.
Build a focused team to make a real difference
Enable rapid and material reduction of emissions by 2035

Focus on the needed transformation across all aspects of the electricity system.
Build a focused team to make a real difference
Enable rapid and material reduction of emissions by 2035

You will lead a Clean Electricity mission and a 2 year work programme to accelerate the transition to plentiful, affordable, and renewable electricity

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

19h ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Senior Account Manager

at Enviro NZ

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Bromley, Canterbury

Generous Remuneration Package

Work on career defining sales opportunities in a stable & secure company
Focus on growing relationships with large clients and securing new business.
Join a Market Leader in Resource Recovery & Environmental Best Practice

Work on career defining sales opportunities in a stable & secure company
Focus on growing relationships with large clients and securing new business.
Join a Market Leader in Resource Recovery & Environmental Best Practice

Manage and grow a portfolio of key customers, build strong long-term relationships & identify opportunities to strengthen our presence in the region.

subClassification: Account & Relationship ManagementAccount & Relationship Management

classification: Sales(Sales)

24d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

CCTV coding operator

at Streamline Environmental and Drainage

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Ngaruawahia, Waikato

$28 – $35 per hour

Switch to coding drains underground using CCTV technology, with excellent long term job security.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

28d ago

Listed nine days ago

Waste Solutions Manager

at Gisborne District Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Flexible work environment + Relocation Assistance + Gisborne based
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Flexible work environment + Relocation Assistance + Gisborne based
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Drive strategic waste solutions, community partnerships, and sustainability outcomes across the Tairāwhiti region - join us today!

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Manufacturing Manager

at Goodman Fielder New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Upper Riccarton, Canterbury

Oversee production of NZs largest dairy manufacturing site
Join the team behind iconic brands - Meadow Fresh, Quick Brekkie, Calci Strong
Key member of the Site Leadership Team, leading team of Production Managers

Oversee production of NZs largest dairy manufacturing site
Join the team behind iconic brands - Meadow Fresh, Quick Brekkie, Calci Strong
Key member of the Site Leadership Team, leading team of Production Managers

Manage production, NZs largest dairy manufacturing site. Drive HSE. Quality & Food Safety. Operation Excellence & CI. Manage DIFOT, Cost, Waste & FSQ

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

19d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Operator - Transfer Station

at WM New Zealand

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Whakatane, Bay of Plenty

Seeking a proactive Operator for hands-on role in waste management.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

24d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

HSEQ Advisor

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Queenstown Central, Otago

Are you looking for a new opportunity? Come and join the team at WM New Zealand

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Cadet Program – Future Leader Pathway - Operations

at Kinetic

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Work with a leading public transport provider
Opportunities for career progression
Competitive salary

Work with a leading public transport provider
Opportunities for career progression
Competitive salary

Kinetic New Zealand is launching our 2026 Cadetship Programme.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

19d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Operations Manager - Waterproofing

at Sub Zero Waterproofing Limited

This is a Full time job

Silverdale, Auckland

Sub Zero is a growing, quality-focused business seeking an Ops Manager who takes ownership of their work and keeps jobs progressing efficiently.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed ten days ago

Business Development Manager - Christchurch

at Enviro NZ

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Attractive pay package

Work on career defining sales opportunities in a stable & secure company
Dynamic and exciting environmental outcomes industry
Career development opportunities for high performing employees

Work on career defining sales opportunities in a stable & secure company
Dynamic and exciting environmental outcomes industry
Career development opportunities for high performing employees

Lead the full sales process — from identifying opportunities through to tenders, negotiations, and onboarding.

subClassification: New Business DevelopmentNew Business Development

classification: Sales(Sales)

10d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Group Health & Safety Manager

at Findex

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Salary + Kiwisaver

Christchurch or Auckland based
Strategic leadership impact- Lead and shape H&S strategy at a national level
High-impact, diverse environment - Work across complex, high-risk operations

Christchurch or Auckland based
Strategic leadership impact- Lead and shape H&S strategy at a national level
High-impact, diverse environment - Work across complex, high-risk operations

Lead safety where it matters. Join WasteCo NZ and drive H&S across high-risk operations protecting people, communities and the environment.

subClassification: Occupational Health & SafetyOccupational Health & Safety

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

24d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Business Development

at Green Gorilla

This is a Full time job

Onehunga, Auckland

Great Team culture
Competitive salary package & Electric vehicle
Growth and Development Opportunities

Great Team culture
Competitive salary package & Electric vehicle
Growth and Development Opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for Green Gorilla in a dynamic team using your great Sales experience.

subClassification: New Business DevelopmentNew Business Development

classification: Sales(Sales)

23d ago

Listed four days ago

Chemist

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Discounted health insurance and discount on various products
Become part of a close-knit team that values collaboration & recognition

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Discounted health insurance and discount on various products
Become part of a close-knit team that values collaboration & recognition

Join WM TS as a Chemist in Wellington, New Zealand, providing technical and analytical support to our teams.

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Sanitation Manager - Food Manufacturing

at ARYZTA Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Glenfield, Auckland

Attractive remuneration incl. performance bonus

Take your leadership skills to the next level and make an impact.
Great company culture driven by strong core values.
Supportive employer who puts people and safety first.

Take your leadership skills to the next level and make an impact.
Great company culture driven by strong core values.
Supportive employer who puts people and safety first.

Join Global Swiss based company, leader in bakery maufacturing.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

2d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Wastewater Plant Operator

at AFFCO New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

100% New Zealand Owned and Operated
Great Team Culture
Great Employee Benefits

100% New Zealand Owned and Operated
Great Team Culture
Great Employee Benefits

AFFCO Napier is looking for a Wastewater Plant Operator to join the team and help get our hides to the world!

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

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