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Jobs in Manawatū-Whanganui.

265 open roles, 85 posted this week, most paying $82k to $118k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Quality assurance19 days ago

    Trade Coach

    Northpower · 1001-5000 employees

    A Kiwi-owned infrastructure business delivering electricity, fibre, renewables, transmission, and energy services across New Zealand.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Coaching operational leaders · Monitoring field work practices · Conducting assurance audits

    Demonstrated experience in electricity distribution, energy, utilities, or a comparable field-based environment; strong knowledge of field operations, technical standards, safety systems, critical risk controls, and compliance frameworks

  • Mechanical and electrical19 days ago
    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Servicing vehicles · Repairing vehicles · Diagnosing vehicle faults

    2+ yrsQualified automotive technician; at least 2 years' experience at this level

  • Nursing19 days ago

    Registered Nurse

    Summerset Retirement Villages

    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Managing residents’ needs · Creating care plans · Delivering nursing care

    NZ registration; current Practicing Certificate; experience as a Registered Nurse

  • Education19 days ago

    Campus Student Support Assistant (Palmerston North)

    OneSchool Global · 1001-5000 employees

    A global school network offering flexible relief teaching opportunities across New Zealand.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Supporting student wellbeing · Assisting learning participation · Liaising with teachers

    Valid New Zealand working rights; ability to pass a pre-employment police check; ability to work on-site at the Palmerston North Campus

  • Sales19 days ago

    Sales Consultant - Noel Leeming, Levin

    Noel Leeming · 5001+ employees

    New Zealand's largest general merchandise retailer across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming.

    Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeEntry level

    Selling tech products · Building customer relationships · Maintaining store presentation

    Generous leave
  • Sales18 days ago

    Part Time Retail Assistant | Repco Feilding

    Repco · 5001+ employees

    A leader in the automotive aftermarket parts market, known for quality, expertise, and knowledge.

    Feilding, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Providing customer service · Processing sales · Maintaining showroom

    Previous retail or customer service experience preferred; strong communication and phone manner; ability to lift, bend, and climb; confident in a retail/sales environment.

    Parental leave
  • Sales18 days ago

    TAROCASH -Retail Sales Assistant ,Palmerston North

    Tarocash · 201-1000 employees

    A leading menswear retailer offering sharp, affordable, and on-trend fashion in Australia and New Zealand.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Providing customer experience · Exceeding sales targets · Building customer rapport

    Retail experience with desire to exceed sales and KPI targets; passion for menswear and customer experience; can-do attitude; interest in fashion; strong conversational skills.

  • Nursing19 days ago

    Caregiver - Fixed Term

    Ryman Healthcare

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Developing resident relationships · Following individual care plans · Supporting team colleagues

    New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Legal and compliance19 days ago

    Compliance Officer

    NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Conducting audits and reviews · Assessing operator compliance · Preparing evidence-based assessments

    Experience delivering risk-based audits and reviews; full driver licence with no driving convictions; legal right to live and work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Maintenance and repair19 days ago
    Longburn, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Installing equipment · Maintaining equipment · Resolving customer issues

    Upper Secondary School 3

  • Allied health19 days ago
    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Managing clinical caseload · Supervising junior physiotherapists · Developing rehabilitation services

    Current NZ Physiotherapy registration with a valid APC; demonstrated experience in musculoskeletal, vestibular, concussion and persistent pain rehabilitation; full New Zealand Driver Licence

  • Allied health19 days ago
    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Handling ACC claims · Conducting career assessments · Creating vocational action plans

    Tertiary qualification; CDANZ membership or eligibility to gain membership; experience in the ACC vocational rehabilitation sector

    Study support
  • Hospitality19 days ago

    Assistant Restaurant Manager KFC

    Restaurant Brands New Zealand Limited · 5001+ employees

    A restaurant operator running KFC, Pizza Hut, Carl's Jr., and Taco Bell in New Zealand.

    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading team · Driving performance · Ensuring customer experience

    Great customer service skills or eagerness to learn, energy, integrity, drive, ability to learn on the job, good communication to lead a team, and experience in retail or hospitality is a bonus.

  • Administration19 days ago

    Workplace Administrator - Whanganui Site

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

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

    Whanganui District, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Supporting social work kaimahi · Scheduling meetings and rooms · Liaising with vendors and stakeholders

    Full clean New Zealand driver licence; strong computer and IT knowledge; administration skills; cultural awareness and understanding of tikanga Māori; knowledge of Pacific peoples’ culture; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi

  • Maintenance and repair20 days ago

    Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

    Jet Aviation · 1001-5000 employees

    A global aviation services company providing seamless flight experiences and maintenance support.

    Ohakea, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $70k-$85k a yearOnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Performing maintenance · Recording maintenance data · Ensuring safety compliance

    2+ yrsAviation technical traineeship with 2+ years practical aviation experience or allied engineering trade with 3+ years; knowledge of CAA rules and ISO9001; proficient in Microsoft Office; legal right to work in New Zealand; pre-employment drug/alcohol and police checks.

    Relocation supportRetirement savings
  • Sales20 days ago

    Christmas Part Timer - Cotton On Whanganui

    Cotton On Group · 5001+ employees

    A global stationery, travel, and gifting brand focused on creative products and cultural disruption.

    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Creating customer experiences · Merchandising the store · Replenishing stock

  • Sales20 days ago

    Christmas Part Timer - Cotton On Palmerston North

    Cotton On Group · 5001+ employees

    A global stationery, travel, and gifting brand focused on creative products and cultural disruption.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Creating customer experiences · Merchandising store displays · Replenishing store stock

  • Sales20 days ago

    Store Manager - Noel Leeming, Whanganui

    Noel Leeming · 5001+ employees

    New Zealand's largest general merchandise retailer across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming.

    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading store teams · Managing store finances · Delivering customer service

  • Medical21 days ago

    Psychologist

    APM New Zealand

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Managing clinical caseload · Providing evidence-based therapy · Delivering clinical assessments and reports

    NZPB-accredited Master's degree or higher in Psychology; registration with the Psychologists Board of New Zealand; valid Annual Practising Certificate; registration with the New Zealand Psychological Society or New Zealand College for Clinical Psychologists; full NZ driver licence; NZ/AU citizenship or valid NZ work visa

  • Sales20 days ago

    Kathmandu Part Time Sales Assistant: Palmerston North

    Kathmandu · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Engaging customers · Sharing product knowledge · Maintaining store displays

    Passion for customer service, enthusiasm for outdoor gear, clear communication, teamwork, and ability to maintain store standards.

  • Medical22 days ago
    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Contract

    Providing dental care · Discussing treatment plans · Delivering dental services

    2+ yrsMinimum 2 years of post-graduate experience; registration with the New Zealand Dental Council (NZDA); current Annual Practicing Certificate

    Relocation support
  • Sales22 days ago

    Replenishment Operations Specialist

    Woolworths Group · 5001+ employees

    A supermarket chain in New Zealand providing groceries and everyday products.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Managing process flow · Overseeing stock routines · Coaching team members

    Ability to work four weekend shifts per month; ability to work at least one evening each week

  • Accounting and finance23 days ago

    Financial Controller - Dannevirke

    Alliance Group Limited · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Dannevirke, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeManages people

    Leading financial planning · Providing performance reporting · Managing site finances

    Recognised accounting qualification or diploma (CA, CPA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent); experience in financial control, management accounting or finance leadership; experience supporting operational or manufacturing businesses; eligible to work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Sales23 days ago

    Shopfloor Team Member - The Warehouse, Feilding (Part-time)

    The Warehouse · 5001+ employees

    New Zealand's largest general merchandise retailer across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming.

    Feilding, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part timeEntry level

    Assisting customers · Creating displays · Restocking shelves

    Generous leave
  • Sales23 days ago

    Platypus Christmas Sales Assistant - Palmerston North

    Platypus Shoes · 5001+ employees

    A global footwear brand known for innovative designs and comfort, operating retail stores.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Creating customer experiences · Supporting sales goals · Restocking store shelves

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Social services23 days ago

    Social Worker - Manawatu Site

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

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

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeEntry level

    Completing safety assessments · Leading hui · Designing tailored plans

    Full SWRB registration or eligibility to register in the near future; recognised social work qualification; full, clean New Zealand driver's licence

  • Sales23 days ago

    Service Operations Specialist

    Woolworths Group · 5001+ employees

    A supermarket chain in New Zealand providing groceries and everyday products.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeManages people

    Overseeing checkout operations · Assisting customers · Coaching team members

    Able to work four weekend shifts per month and at least one evening each week

  • Maintenance and repair23 days ago
    Bulls, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeManages people

    Coordinating maintenance workflow · Carrying out aircraft maintenance · Certifying maintenance work

    5+ yrs5 years' post-apprenticeship aviation technical or maintenance experience; NZ-recognised Level 4 Aeronautical Engineering certificate, completed ex-military technical training, or CAANZ AME Licence; eligible to work in New Zealand; able to obtain and maintain NZDF High Level Security Clearance

  • Administration23 days ago

    Family Court Co-Ordinator

    Ministry of Justice - New Zealand

    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Coordinating specialist services · Managing stakeholder relationships · Supporting Family Court operations

    Experience in or knowledge of Family Court procedures and legislation; proficient computer literacy; analytical skills to interpret and apply relevant legislation

About jobs in Manawatū-Whanganui

There are 265 roles open for jobs in Manawatū-Whanganui on the SmartCVs job board, 85 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 176 full time, 61 part time and 5 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $82k to $118k a year.

The busiest fields are Sales (76), Social services (20) and Nursing (18).

4 ads say the employer will support a visa.

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How many jobs in Manawatū-Whanganui are there right now?

There are 265 roles open for jobs in Manawatū-Whanganui on the SmartCVs job board, 85 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do jobs in Manawatū-Whanganui pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most jobs in Manawatū-Whanganui pay $82k to $118k 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 Manawatū-Whanganui?

The fields with the most open roles in Manawatū-Whanganui right now are Sales (76), Social services (20) and Nursing (18).

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Jobs in Manawatū-Whanganui: 265 open roles | SmartCVs