Straight from employers' career sites

Jobs in Canterbury.

1,047 open roles, 306 posted this week, most paying $56k to $94k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Construction trades2 days ago

    Scaffolder - Christchurch

    Stellar Recruitment

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    1+ yrMinimum 1 year of scaffolding experience; current Site Safe ticket; clean driver licence

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Manager, Global Sales Operations

    Seequent · 201-1000 employees

    A Bentley Subsurface Company building world-leading technology at the forefront of earth sciences, helping organizations understand the underground.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeManages people

    Leading global sales operations · Overseeing transaction governance · Sponsoring operational improvements

    8+ yrs8+ years' leadership in global sales or commercial operations, order management or quote-to-cash; experience leading through other leaders or coordinating regional teams; order-lifecycle, licensing, invoicing, controls and compliance knowledge; experience sponsoring process, systems, automation or transformation initiatives

  • Social services2 days ago

    Supervisor Social Worker

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children

    Rangiora, Canterbury
    ContractSeniorManages people

    Supervising social workers · Managing team workflow · Supporting professional development

    Full, clean, valid driver's licence; full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB); social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB; previous people management and/or mentoring experience

  • Sales2 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Part time

    Assisting customers · Replenishing products · Maintaining store presentation

    Flexible availability to work between 4.30pm and 6.30am

  • Sales2 days ago
    Kaiapoi, Canterbury
    Full time

    Scanning and packing orders · Resolving customer queries · Supporting cash management

  • IT2 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Monitoring security events · Investigating security incidents · Supporting incident response

    Strong experience in threat detection; strong experience in incident response; experience in threat intelligence and threat hunting; reporting and documentation skills; remediation and investigation capability; communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Senior Consultant - Business Consulting

    EY · 5001+ employees

    A global professional services firm providing consulting, assurance, tax, and transaction services.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Designing transformation initiatives · Solving business challenges · Facilitating workshops

    3+ yrs3–5 years delivering transformation, consulting, programme, or change-related work; experience contributing to project, programme, or transformation delivery; hands-on experience in strategy development, operating models, service design, policy design, customer experience, or programme delivery

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Hospitality2 days ago

    Chef (Sous Chef)

    Ryman Healthcare

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Collaborating with kitchen team · Preparing seasonal meals · Catering to dietary needs

    New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (level 3); proven experience as a Chef, leading a team and running a kitchen

  • Sales2 days ago

    Merchandiser - Blenheim (3hrs)

    Coca-Cola Europacific Partners · 5001+ employees

    A beverage company that makes, moves, and sells the world's most loved drinks.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Organising product displays · Ensuring product availability · Adhering to merchandising standards

    Must have the right to work in New Zealand; must be able to get to work at 5am; must be physically fit for heavy lifting

  • Supply chain and logistics2 days ago

    Forklift driver / Stores Cover

    Silver Fern Farms Ltd · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand meat company focused on creating goodness from farms and delivering value through commercial analysis.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Operating forklifts · Loading and unloading trucks · Managing inventory

    Current Forklift Licence; previous forklift operating experience

  • Sales2 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Developing customer relationships · Identifying sales opportunities · Providing technical support

    High School Diploma or equivalent qualification; legal right to work in New Zealand

  • Engineering2 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Leading mechanical engineering · Assessing engineering options · Mentoring engineers

    Degree in mechanical engineering; experience in industrial, manufacturing, dairy, food and beverage, energy or processing environments; experience leading projects or workstreams; experience in brownfield or operating industrial environments

  • Sales2 days ago

    Account Manager

    MYOB · 1001-5000 employees

    A leading business management solution helping businesses in Australia and New Zealand start, survive and succeed.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Managing partner portfolio · Growing product adoption · Leading sales conversations

    Proven B2B account management or strategic sales experience, ideally growing an established portfolio; SaaS or technology experience; understanding of accounting practices; strong discovery and commercial skills.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveStudy support
  • Sales3 days ago

    Commercial Relationship Manager

    ANZ Banking Group Limited · 5001+ employees

    A bank focused on improving financial wellbeing and sustainability of customers.

    Ashburton, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Managing customer portfolio · Providing tailored solutions · Building client relationships

    Strong communication, financial analysis, credit/risk assessment, relationship management, selling skills, and collaboration.

  • Data and analytics3 days ago

    Data Analyst

    Orion · 201-1000 employees

    An energy company that designs, builds, and maintains electrical infrastructure across New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Assessing source data · Mapping data structures · Validating migrations

    3+ yrs3+ years data analyst experience; strong data analysis, cleansing, validation; advanced Excel and Power BI; stakeholder communication; pre-employment checks including Ministry of Justice, medical, drug and alcohol testing.

  • Project management3 days ago

    Aerial Permissions Advisor

    Department of Conservation · 1001-5000 employees

    A government department protecting and restoring nature across New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $80.7k-$102.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Coordinating permission applications · Managing workflow · Assessing risk

    Demonstrated knowledge of aerial 1080 operations and regulatory environment; proven project management experience; strong communication and collaboration; full New Zealand driver's licence; valid New Zealand work visa.

  • Human resources3 days ago

    Senior HR Business Partner

    Alliance Group · 1001-5000 employees

    A values-driven organization in the meat industry focused on developing people and continuous improvement.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Partnering with leaders · Workforce planning · Managing employee relations

    Significant HR business partnering or senior generalist experience; experience leading change and strategic HR initiatives; strong employment relations and NZ employment legislation knowledge; tertiary qualification in HR or related; eligible to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Maintenance and repair3 days ago

    Asset Operator / Maintainer – BEC

    Pioneer Energy Renewables · 51-200 employees

    A renewable energy company operating hydroelectric, wind, thermal, and wood fuel assets across New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Operating thermal plant · Performing maintenance · Responding to faults

    5+ yrsRelevant mechanical or electrical trade qualification; 5+ years experience in industrial plant; asset management system experience; strong fault-finding skills; ability to read schematics; current NZ Class 1 driver licence; eligible to work in NZ; travel within NZ; pass drug and alcohol test.

  • Allied health3 days ago

    Local Immunisation and Prevention Lead - Canterbury - NPHS

    Te Whatu Ora · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Timaru, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeContractMid level

    Coordinating immunisation programme · Building stakeholder relationships · Monitoring performance

    Proven health programme management and relationship experience, understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, critical thinking, project coordination, and a New Zealand driver's license.

  • Business development3 days ago
    Ashburton, Canterbury
    Full time

    Building customer relationships · Providing tailored solutions · Managing customer pipeline

  • Engineering3 days ago
    Rolleston, Canterbury
    Full time

    Leading technical tenders · Managing design consultants · Developing engineering capability

    Washington Accord accredited engineering degree; senior-level civil, water or infrastructure engineering experience; tender, D&C or ECI project experience with multidisciplinary design teams; CPEng registration or readiness to achieve it within 12 months; NZ residency or valid NZ work visa

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Assistant Commercial Manager

    UDC Finance · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand finance company supporting businesses in transport, forestry, agriculture, and manufacturing.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Supporting commercial managers · Managing customer relationships · Providing administrative support

    Proven critical thinking, interpersonal, communication, and independent working skills; ability to support commercial managers and maintain customer service culture.

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Allied health2 days ago

    Medical Receptionist - Rangiora, Christchurch

    Tāmaki Health · 201-1000 employees

    A healthcare organization with a network of over 50 clinics across New Zealand, offering general practice and urgent care services.

    Rangiora, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Welcoming patients · Managing appointments · Processing payments

    Strong communication and customer service skills, organizational skills, computer proficiency, ability to multitask, flexibility for casual shifts, and a genuine commitment to helping others.

  • Maintenance and repair2 days ago

    Maintenance Officer

    Bupa · 5001+ employees

    A global healthcare leader committed to helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Maintaining facility · Managing contractors · Monitoring energy costs

    1+ yr1-3 years maintenance experience in a similar position; ability to use power tools and maintenance equipment; tech savvy with organisational skills; legally entitled to work in NZ.

    Parental leave
  • Allied health2 days ago

    Caregiver

    Bupa Care Services NZ Limited · 1001-5000 employees

    A global healthcare leader providing residential care and support services.

    Rangiora, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Assisting with mobility · Maintaining care documentation · Encouraging social engagement

    Level 0-4 caregiving qualification with medication competency; aged care experience; computer literacy in MS Office; legal entitlement to work in New Zealand; genuine passion for supporting the elderly.

    Parental leave
  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    Glass Processors

    Viridian Glass · 51-200 employees

    A leading glass supplier and manufacturer in New Zealand and Australia, celebrating glass with passion.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Processing glass · Handling glass manually · Loading and unloading

    1+ yrMinimum 1 year experience in glass processing or machine operating; physical fitness for manual handling; commitment to health and safety; pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screening required.

  • Customer service2 days ago

    Guest Experience Team Leader

    Tourism Holdings Limited · 1001-5000 employees

    An iconic tourism destination home to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, offering award-winning visitor experiences.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid levelManages people

    Leading guest service team · Coaching team members · Resolving guest issues

    Experience in customer service, sales, hospitality, travel, or retail at supervisory/team leader level; proven sales ability; conflict resolution and staff development skills; restricted driver's license or higher required.

  • Project management3 days ago

    Senior Quantity Surveyor / Contracts Administrator

    BESIX Watpac · 5001+ employees

    A builder with over a century of heritage in Australia, delivering projects across all sectors in Australia and New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Managing tendering process · Preparing contract documents · Administering claims

    Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or relevant experience; demonstrated experience leading contracts administration on large building projects including mentoring and supervising others; strong communication and autonomous decision-making skills.

    Generous leave
  • Engineering3 days ago

    Calibration Manager

    Air New Zealand · 5001+ employees

    An airline that connects people across Aotearoa and the world, with technical operations keeping aircraft safe and reliable.

    Christchurch, Canterbury+1 more
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading calibration operations · Managing financial performance · Developing team leaders

    Proven operational leadership, commercial and P&L management, strong knowledge of calibration principles and regulatory compliance, relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience, ability to obtain technical authorizations, legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance3 days ago

    FP&A Analyst

    Enatel · 201-1000 employees

    A hi-tech electronics company designing and manufacturing intelligent power solutions, exporting over 95% of its products internationally.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Budgeting and forecasting · Building financial models · Partnering with stakeholders

    Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel capability; proven FP&A experience including budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting; commercial judgement; clear communication; CA, CPA, CFA or equivalent professional qualification.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave

About jobs in Canterbury

There are 1,047 roles open for jobs in Canterbury on the SmartCVs job board, 306 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 767 full time, 210 part time and 26 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $56k to $94k a year.

The busiest fields are Sales (236), Engineering (72) and Customer service (54).

3 ads say the employer will support a visa.

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How many jobs in Canterbury are there right now?

There are 1,047 roles open for jobs in Canterbury on the SmartCVs job board, 306 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do jobs in Canterbury pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most jobs in Canterbury pay $56k to $94k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.

What kinds of jobs are there in Canterbury?

The fields with the most open roles in Canterbury right now are Sales (236), Engineering (72) and Customer service (54).

How do I write a CV for jobs in Canterbury?

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