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 trades4 days ago
    Rolleston, Canterbury
    Full time

    Excavating trenches · Installing pipelines · Constructing drainage structures

    5+ yrsFull Class 2 and WTR endorsements; proven drainage experience in civil construction; minimum 5 years operating 3 tonne to 20 tonne excavators; experience installing concrete and PVC pipelines and constructing manholes and sumps; NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Business development4 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Identifying new business · Growing hire revenue · Conducting product demonstrations

    Proven new business success in capital equipment, plant or machinery sales; experience selling to contractors, hire companies, dealerships or the mining sector; full driver licence; based in Christchurch

  • Manufacturing4 days ago

    Additive Team Lead

    MUSTER LIMITED

    Hurunui, Canterbury
    Full timeManages people

    Leading technical team · Planning production schedules · Overseeing manufacturing processes

    Proven leadership experience within a technical manufacturing environment

    Visa sponsorshipRelocation support
  • Sales4 days ago

    Regional Field Sales Manager

    Reckitt · 5001+ employees

    A global company home to trusted hygiene, health and nutrition brands, driven to protect, heal and nurture.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeMid levelManages people

    Leading territory managers · Coaching field teams · Driving sales execution

    People leadership experience within FMCG, grocery, retail or field sales; strong grocery channel experience; success leading, coaching and developing field teams; commercial acumen; experience with retail customers and commercial stakeholders

  • Mechanical and electrical4 days ago

    Solar Installer

    Aotea Group

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Installing solar systems · Mounting solar panels · Assisting system commissioning

  • Sales4 days ago

    Online Assistant

    Woolworths Group

    Kaiapoi, Canterbury
    Part time

    Picking and packing orders · Communicating stock issues · Demonstrating health and safety

  • Education4 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Designing online learning · Teaching data science · Coordinating online programmes

    Master’s degree in data science, statistics, mathematics or a related discipline; relevant industry or teaching experience; tertiary-level data science teaching experience or a reputation within the discipline; experience delivering effective teaching methods; experience contributing to course and teaching programme development

    Generous leave
  • Education4 days ago

    Operational Trainer - Christchurch/Timaru

    Qube · 5001+ employees

    A nationwide service provider offering cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing, and IT solutions.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Delivering operational training · Assessing operator competency · Maintaining training records

    Hands-on machine operating experience; experience in ports, stevedoring, marshalling, forestry, logistics or similar heavy industry; eligible to work in New Zealand; pass pre-employment medical, drug test and criminal history check

  • IT4 days ago

    Systems Manager & Developer

    University of Canterbury

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Managing computing environments · Developing software solutions · Upgrading systems and infrastructure

    3+ yrs7 years’ computer systems administration experience; 3 years’ software development experience, including technical documentation; Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in Computer Science or Software Engineering, plus relevant postgraduate diplomas and certificates (NZQA Level 8); New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency or a valid NZ work visa

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Administration4 days ago

    Workplace Administrator - Sydenham

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

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

    Rangiora, Canterbury
    Full timeEntry level

    Assisting with scheduling · Liaising with vendors · Booking rooms

    Full clean New Zealand driver's licence; valid right to work in New Zealand; ability to meet the Ministry's vetting criteria

  • Sales4 days ago

    Territory Manager - Nelson

    Mondelēz International · 5001+ employees

    A global snacking leader with iconic brands, committed to leading the future of snacking.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Building customer relationships · Growing territory revenue · Executing promotional plans

    Full Driver License; proven safe driving record

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Labouring4 days ago

    Driver Operator

    Downer · 5001+ employees

    A leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand, planning, creating, and sustaining assets and infrastructure.

    Timaru, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Operating machinery · Assisting construction · Maintaining safety

    Experience operating civil machinery; Class 2 or 4 driver's licence (Class 5 bonus); WTR endorsement beneficial; reliable, hardworking, positive attitude; commitment to safe work practices; flexible for occasional weekend work.

  • Construction trades4 days ago

    STMS

    Downer · 5001+ employees

    A leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand, planning, creating, and sustaining assets and infrastructure.

    Timaru, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Overseeing road closures · Leading toolbox talks · Training junior STMS

    Valid STMS warrant (A/B or Level 1/2), physical fitness for manual tasks, flexibility for shift work, commitment to safe work practices, pre-employment drug test, medical and Ministry of Justice check.

  • Education4 days ago

    Casual Programme Assistant - Christchurch

    sKids

    A provider of out-of-school care and holiday programmes for children across New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Supervising children · Organizing activities · Maintaining cleanliness

    Right to work in New Zealand, reliable transportation, enthusiasm for working with children, and ability to work afternoons from 2:30pm.

  • Sales4 days ago

    NZ Casual Retail Sales Associate

    Mountain Warehouse · 1001-5000 employees

    A retail company offering outdoor clothing and equipment, committed to customer service and team collaboration.

    Hornby, Canterbury
    $24.60 an hourOnsitePart timeSeasonalNo experience needed

    Processing transactions · Maintaining store presentation · Engaging customers

    Passion for retail and customer service, strong communication, teamwork, reliability, and legal right to work in New Zealand without visa sponsorship.

    Generous leave
  • Sales4 days ago

    Insurance Adviser Mobile

    Chubb Life Insurance New Zealand Limited · 5001+ employees

    A leading life insurer in New Zealand, formerly Cigna, operating for over a century.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    HybridFull timeSenior

    Building partnerships · Providing advice · Managing portfolio

    5+ yrsNZ Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) with Life, Health and Disability strand; 5+ years selling experience in banking or financial services; proven sales track record; self-organisation.

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Cleaning4 days ago

    Cleaner - Deep Cleaning

    University of Canterbury

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Part time

    Delivering deep cleaning · Operating cleaning equipment · Reporting safety concerns

    Experience in large-scale cleaning; experience delivering specialist and deep cleaning; hands-on cleaning equipment experience; knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe handling; New Zealand or Australian citizenship or permanent residency

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Sales4 days ago

    Retail Agent - (The Palms - Shirley CHC) - Part Time

    One New Zealand Group Limited · 1001-5000 employees

    A telecommunications company providing mobile, broadband, and business solutions.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Driving sales · Providing customer service · Offering technical support

    Customer-obsessed with excellent communication; proven sales achievement and consultative selling; experience in telecommunications, technology, or retail sales; comfortable with rotational shifts including evenings and weekends; must be NZ citizen, resident, or hold valid work visa with 18+ months remaining.

    Generous leave
  • Sales4 days ago

    Online Assistant

    Woolworths Group

    Rolleston, Canterbury
    Part time

    Picking and packing orders · Communicating with departments · Promoting health and safety

  • Nursing4 days ago

    Clinical Manager

    Ryman Healthcare

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeManages people

    Providing clinical leadership · Delivering person-centred care · Driving quality improvement

    Registered Nurse with current APC; interRAI trained; proven experience in a clinical leadership role

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Supply chain and logistics4 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeManages people

    Coordinating branch operations · Managing team performance · Overseeing shipment logistics

    5+ yrsAt least 5 years' experience in a similar role; strong understanding of GDP standards; proficiency in logistics software (e.g., Maestro)

  • Supply chain and logistics4 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeManages people

    Overseeing branch operations · Coordinating shipments · Managing client relationships

    5+ yrsAt least 5 years' experience in a similar role; strong understanding of GDP standards; proficiency in logistics software

  • Construction4 days ago
    Rolleston, Canterbury
    Full time

    Investigating compliance matters · Conducting site inspections · Processing compliance applications

    3+ yrsAt least 5 years’ building industry experience across New Zealand projects; at least 3 years’ regulatory or similar compliance experience; current Class 1 Driver Licence

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Sales4 days ago

    Online Assistant

    Woolworths Group

    Rolleston, Canterbury
    Part time

    Picking and packing orders · Communicating stock issues · Demonstrating health and safety

  • Sales4 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Part time

    Assisting customers · Replenishing products · Maintaining store presentation

    Flexible availability to work between 4.30pm and 6.30am

  • Medical4 days ago

    Medical Practitioner

    University of Canterbury

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Providing medical care · Ensuring patient outcomes · Contributing to health centre goals

    4+ yrsAt least 4 years of relevant experience; Professional Indemnity Insurance; Annual Practicing Certificate; commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD); New Zealand or Australian citizenship or permanent residency, or a valid NZ work visa

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Nursing4 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeManages people

    Managing serviced apartments · Coordinating team performance · Ensuring care documentation

    Current Enrolled Nurse Practicing Certificate; Senior Caregiver Level 4 H&W cert

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Maintenance and repair4 days ago

    Handyperson

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

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

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Escorting trade contractors · Completing daily safety checks · Carrying out minor maintenance

    Full clean New Zealand driver licence; Vulnerable Children's Act safety checking and Ministry vetting, including a full Police Check

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?

Keep it to two pages, leave off your photo and date of birth, and use the job ad's own words for your skills. Our New Zealand CV format guide covers every convention, with a free template.

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