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 trades5 days ago

    Log Excavator & Ship Crane Operators - Lyttelton Port

    Qube · 5001+ employees

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

    Lyttelton, Canterbury
    Full time

    Operating excavators · Operating ship cranes · Stowing export logs

    Proven experience operating excavators, cranes or similar heavy machinery; minimum Restricted Class 1 driver's licence; eligible to work in New Zealand; pass a pre-employment medical and drug test; pass a pre-employment ACC and MOJ Criminal History Check

  • Sales4 days ago

    Kathmandu Full Time Assistant Store Manager: Ashburton

    Kathmandu · 1001-5000 employees

    A leading global outdoor brand offering gear and apparel, committed to sustainability and adventure.

    Ashburton, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading team · Driving sales · Managing operations

    Full-time assistant store manager role requiring leadership, commercial awareness, operational mastery, communication skills, and ability to work under pressure.

  • Social services6 days ago

    Youth/Adult AOD Practitioner

    Christchurch City Mission · 51-200 employees

    A non-profit organization helping people in need through crisis support, addiction counselling, and community services.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timePart timeMid level

    Assessing clients · Providing counselling · Facilitating group sessions

    Degree in nursing, social work or AOD studies (or equivalent experience); experience with complex needs; strong communication and de-escalation skills; commitment to te reo Māori and tikanga Māori; current full NZ driver licence; NZ/AU citizenship, residency or valid work visa.

  • Human resources5 days ago

    Human Resources Advisor

    Tait Communications · 201-1000 employees

    A global leader in critical communications, designing and supporting networks for public safety, transportation, and utility customers.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing HR advice · Supporting employment relations · Improving HR processes

    4+ yrs4-5 years HR advisory or generalist experience; sound employment relations case support; knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation; strong communication and professionalism; experience with HR systems and documentation.

    Generous leave
  • Mechanical and electrical6 days ago

    Mechanical Building Services Apprenticeship (Christchurch)

    ATNZ · 11-50 employees

    An organization providing apprenticeship training in refrigeration and air conditioning.

    Sydenham, Canterbury
    $41k-$52k a yearOnsiteFull timeInternshipNo experience needed

    Installing HVAC systems · Maintaining equipment · Repairing systems

    No qualifications required; must be 16+ with right to permanently live and work in New Zealand; hands-on attitude and work ethic; apprenticeship lasts 3-4 years.

    Study support
  • Legal and compliance6 days ago

    Associate Trade Mark Examiner

    Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment · 5001+ employees

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

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $60.7k-$70.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractNo experience needed

    Examining trade mark applications · Conducting research · Evaluating distinctiveness

    Tertiary qualification; strong research, analytical, problem-solving, and report writing skills; excellent verbal and written English; interpersonal skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

    Retirement savings
  • Accounting and finance4 days ago

    Commercial Analyst Supply

    Silver Fern Farms · 5001+ employees

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

    Christchurch, Canterbury+1 more
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Analyzing financial data · Modeling pricing and cashflow · Supporting commercial decisions

    2+ yrs2+ years commercial analytical experience; proficiency in Excel, PowerBI, and data cubes; strong data analysis, interpretation, and communication skills; ability to build relationships and deliver actionable insights.

  • Nursing5 days ago

    Caregiver - Casual

    Summerset Retirement Villages

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Temporary

    Delivering meals · Assisting with hygiene · Supporting care plans

    Experience in aged care or a similar role; strong verbal communication skills; availability for a variety of shifts, sometimes at short notice

  • Sales5 days ago
    Rolleston, Canterbury
    Part time

    Providing customer service · Replenishing products · Maintaining store standards

    Flexible availability to work between 4.30pm and 6.30am

  • Manufacturing5 days ago

    Production Operator

    GIB® (Winstone Wallboards Ltd)

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Checking plant operations · Monitoring board production · Replenishing additive lines

    Mechanical and/or technical skills; interest in computer-controlled equipment; written and verbal communication skills; numerical aptitude; physical fitness for manual handling

  • Marketing5 days ago

    JA1769121-1972

    Brand Influence Group (BIG)

    Timaru, Canterbury
    ContractEntry level

    Building store relationships · Installing Point of Sale · Conducting quality checks

  • Legal and compliance5 days ago

    Associate Trade Mark Examiner

    Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment · 5001+ employees

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

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Examining trade mark applications · Conducting trade mark research · Assessing legislative requirements

    Tertiary qualification

  • Agriculture5 days ago

    Regional Livestock Manager - Upper SI

    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 timeManages people

    Leading livestock representatives · Building supplier relationships · Driving procurement performance

    Proven senior leadership experience; knowledge of the livestock, agricultural, or wider primary sector

  • Education5 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Advising learners · Coordinating referrals · Supporting priority learners

    3+ yrs3–4 years’ relevant experience in learner advising, student support or a similar role; experience supporting priority groups; capability in academic advice; culturally responsive practice and understanding of Māori and Pacific learner needs; New Zealand or Australian citizenship or permanent residency, or a valid NZ work visa

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Quality assurance5 days ago

    Materials Quality Assurance Support Engineer

    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
    Full time

    Ensuring materials compliance · Reviewing technical documentation · Maintaining material records

  • Hospitality5 days ago

    Duty Manager - Rydges Latimer Christchurch

    EVT - Entertainment | Ventures | Travel

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $69.0k a yearFull timeManages people

    Overseeing hotel operations · Leading front office · Resolving guest requests

    Current Manager’s Certificate; successful criminal record check

  • Quality assurance5 days ago

    Meat Quality Inspectors

    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

    Inspecting assigned carcasses · Verifying Halal procedures · Entering inspection data

    NZQA Unit Standards 21623, 25926 and 25924; ability to see all colours; mandatory pre-employment drug screening

  • Business operations5 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading claims specialists · Overseeing complex claims · Driving process improvement

    2+ yrs5+ years' Life Insurance claims experience; 2+ years' leadership experience; full working rights; two references; police and credit checks

  • Hospitality5 days ago

    Kitchen Assistant - Casual

    Summerset Retirement Villages

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Temporary

    Preparing food · Plating meals · Sanitising kitchenware

  • Sales5 days ago
    Rolleston, Canterbury
    Full time

    Assisting customers · Replenishing products · Maintaining store presentation

    Flexible availability between 4.30pm and 6.30am

  • Human resources5 days ago

    Human Resources Advisor

    Tait Communications · 201-1000 employees

    A global leader in critical communications, designing and supporting networks for public safety, transportation, and utility customers.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Advising managers · Supporting employment processes · Administering HR systems

    4+ yrsAround 4–5 years’ broad HR advisory or generalist experience; experience supporting employment relations cases; good understanding of New Zealand employment legislation and processes; experience using HR systems and preparing employment documentation

    Generous leave
  • Maintenance and repair5 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeMid level

    Performing vehicle repairs · Diagnosing vehicle faults · Coordinating customer servicing

    Fully qualified automotive mechanic; Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent; experience with modern vehicle systems; valid Australian driver’s licence; eligible to work in New Zealand

  • Nursing5 days ago

    Caregiver - Part time (PM Shifts)

    Summerset Retirement Villages

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Part time

    Delivering meals · Providing personal care · Assisting resident activities

    4+ yrsMinimum 4 years' aged care experience; Certificate III in Health & Wellbeing

  • Sales5 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Developing territory plans · Managing customer relationships · Exploring business opportunities

    Proven sales experience; experience using CRM programs; NZ citizenship or NZ work rights

  • Allied health5 days ago
    Christchurch City, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Supporting children and families · Conducting OT assessments · Developing therapeutic interventions

    NZ residency rights; professional registration and current practising certificate, or working towards these; full driver's licence

  • Nursing5 days ago

    Caregiver - Part time

    Summerset Retirement Villages

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Part time

    Delivering meals · Assisting with hygiene · Supporting daily activities

    Experience in aged care or a similar role; strong verbal communication skills; commitment to a set roster across morning and afternoon shifts

  • Sales5 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Building sales pipelines · Meeting business owners · Managing sales cycles

    Proven B2B sales track record; ability to build a pipeline and close new business; confidence demonstrating digital platforms

  • Administration5 days ago

    Cohort Administration Coordinator

    University of Canterbury

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Administering student enrolments · Maintaining financial records · Coordinating operational meetings

    4+ yrsAt least four years’ experience providing administrative support in a busy, service-focused environment; Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship or permanent residency

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Hospitality5 days ago

    Night Porter

    Novotel Christchurch Airport · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand company operating award-winning hotels, restaurants, bars and spas, committed to exceptional hospitality and sustainability.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $27.00-$28.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Assisting guests · Performing security checks · Maintaining cleanliness

    Must be available to work overnight; strong guest service orientation; professional presentation; attention to detail; flexible team player; full New Zealand driver's license; right to work in NZ.

  • Cleaning5 days ago

    Day Porter

    Novotel Christchurch Airport · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand company operating award-winning hotels, restaurants, bars and spas, committed to exceptional hospitality and sustainability.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $25.00-$26.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Assisting guests · Delivering messages · Inspecting public areas

    Commit to minimum 32 hours per week; ability to work day shifts; full driver's license; professional presentation; teamwork; organizational skills; guest service orientation; availability over Christmas and New Year; right to work in NZ.

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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