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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.

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

    Performing aircraft maintenance · Troubleshooting avionics systems · Completing aircraft modifications

    NZ-recognised Level 4 Aeronautical Engineering (Avionics) certificate, ex-military technical training, or CAANZ AME Licence; proven airworthiness experience in a regulated environment; familiarity with aircraft maintenance documentation and IETPs; New Zealand citizenship; ability to obtain and maintain NZDF security clearance

  • Sales24 days ago

    Stockroom 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

    Processing received stock · Maintaining stockroom cleanliness · Operating a forklift

    Ability to operate a forklift

  • Sales24 days ago

    Christmas Team Member (Shopfloor/Checkout) - The Warehouse, Levin

    The Warehouse · 5001+ employees

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

    Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui
    ContractEntry level

    Helping customers · Maintaining displays · Processing checkout purchases

    Current right to work in New Zealand

  • Sales24 days ago

    Christmas Team Member (Shopfloor/Checkout) - The Warehouse, Wanganui

    The Warehouse · 5001+ employees

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

    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    ContractEntry level

    Helping customers · Maintaining displays · Processing checkouts

    Current right to work in New Zealand

  • Labouring24 days ago

    Range Operator

    Lockheed Martin · 5001+ employees

    A defense and aerospace company managing military equipment and supplies.

    Waiouru, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Supporting customer training · Maintaining training ranges · Building and repairing targets

    Experience operating all-terrain vehicles, particularly quad bikes and side-by-side vehicles; basic carpentry, repair or workshop skills; full driver licence

  • Nursing24 days ago

    Caregiver - Part Time

    Ryman Healthcare

    Whanganui District, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Developing resident relationships · Following individual care plans · Supporting colleagues

    New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Labouring23 days ago

    Gardener

    Citycare Property · 201-1000 employees

    A Kiwi-owned organisation focused on building, maintaining, and renewing social infrastructure.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Planting gardens · Maintaining gardens · Managing irrigation

    Certificate in horticulture or ability to achieve it; full Class 1 driver licence; physical fitness; legal right to work in NZ; pass drug/alcohol test and criminal record check; meet NZDF security requirements.

  • Cleaning23 days ago

    Cleaner

    Citycare Property · 201-1000 employees

    A Kiwi-owned organisation focused on building, maintaining, and renewing social infrastructure.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Cleaning facilities · Operating equipment · Handling chemicals

    Previous commercial cleaning experience ideal; experience with cleaning chemicals and equipment; willingness to learn machinery; full Class 1 driver licence; eligible to work in New Zealand; pass drug/alcohol test, criminal record check, and NZDF security requirements.

  • Social services24 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
    $81.2k-$97.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Conducting safety assessments · Leading hui · Designing care plans

    Full SWRB registration or eligibility, recognized social work qualification, full clean New Zealand driver's licence, commitment to working with whānau, and ability to work legally in New Zealand.

  • Communications24 days ago

    Senior Communications Adviser

    Manawatū District Council

    Feilding, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeSenior

    Leading communications campaigns · Advising on sensitive issues · Managing community engagement

    5+ yrs5+ years' experience in strategic communications, public relations or marketing; demonstrated experience leading communications and engagement programmes or campaigns

    Generous leave
  • Customer service24 days ago
    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeSenior

    Serving customers · Performing administration · Handling accounts

    3+ yrs3+ years of administrative experience; some general accounts experience; customer service ability; sound computing skills

    Generous leave
  • Business operations24 days ago

    Branch Manager - Palmerston North

    VINZ - Vehicle Inspection NZ

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Managing daily operations · Coaching and developing staff · Monitoring operational performance

    9+ yrsRelevant automotive trade or allied trade qualification; at least nine years of automotive trade experience; proven management or supervisory experience; current NZTA Certificate of Fitness B (CoF B) inspecting authority or eligibility to obtain it

  • Health and safety24 days ago

    Ranger | Tūtei

    Department of Conservation (DOC)

    Whanganui District, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Maintaining tracks and facilities · Conducting biodiversity control · Building stakeholder relationships

    Full New Zealand Driver's Licence; valid NZ work visa covering the duration of employment

  • Administration24 days ago

    Executive Assistant

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $71.3k-$101.3k a yearFull timeSenior

    Providing executive support · Managing complex diaries · Preparing executive documents

    Experience working with operational software systems including SharePoint and Teams; good knowledge of working in a complex organisational structure

  • Business operations24 days ago

    Clinic Manager

    Laser Clinics New Zealand

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeManages people

    Leading clinic operations · Delivering aesthetic treatments · Developing team performance

    Internationally recognised Beauty qualification, minimum Level 4; previous leadership and team development experience in aesthetics, beauty, or a clinical environment

  • Education24 days ago

    Senior Tutor - Speech Language Therapy

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $86.1k-$104.0k a yearPart time

    Delivering learning and teaching · Supervising speech therapy students · Developing accredited programmes

    NZSLTA membership; speech-language therapy practice experience in education, health or community settings; evidence of effective teaching, supervision and student support

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Supply chain and logistics24 days ago

    Warehouse Operator

    Nestlé · 5001+ employees

    A global food and beverage company focused on nutrition, health, and wellness.

    Marton, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeMid level

    Receiving materials · Maintaining stock records · Dispatching finished goods

    1+ yrAt least one year of relevant warehouse experience; experience operating a counterbalance forklift; food manufacturing or FMCG experience; basic understanding of food safety, traceability and compliance

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Accounting and finance24 days ago
    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeSenior

    Leading audit engagements · Building client relationships · Reviewing audit work

    4+ yrsBachelor of Commerce, Accounting or equivalent tertiary qualification; completed or nearly completed CAANZ or equivalent professional accounting qualification; at least four years’ public practice audit experience; experience in a New Zealand chartered accountancy firm; currently based in New Zealand; valid New Zealand working rights

    Generous leave
  • Manufacturing24 days ago

    Seasonal Team Members (Levin)

    Alliance Group Limited · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Slaughtering livestock · Processing meat · Boning meat

    Eligible to work in New Zealand; pass a pre-employment drug test and medical assessment; provide two forms of identification proving legal entitlement to work in New Zealand

  • Sales24 days ago

    Retail Assistant - Merchandise

    Woolworths Group · 5001+ employees

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

    Feilding, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Assisting customers · Maintaining store presentation · Implementing promotional displays

  • Sales24 days ago

    Online Assistant

    Woolworths Group · 5001+ employees

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

    Feilding, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Picking and packing orders · Communicating stock issues · Promoting workplace safety

  • Design25 days ago

    Project Architect

    Archway Recruitment

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Managing construction projects · Conducting site observations · Coordinating project stakeholders

    Tertiary qualification in Architecture; Project Architect experience delivering projects through construction; site observation experience; experience in retail, civic, warehouse, industrial or commercial projects; understanding of NZ construction methods, building legislation and contract administration; Revit proficiency

  • Manufacturing25 days ago

    Packing Operator

    Open Country Dairy Ltd

    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Operating packing equipment · Monitoring product quality · Completing dispatch documentation

    Legally entitled to work permanently in New Zealand; willing to work rotating shifts and rostered hours; able to meet the physical requirements of the role

  • Administration25 days ago

    Senior Administrator

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $60.1k-$84.9k a yearFull time

    Coordinating calendars and meetings · Preparing reports and presentations · Supporting committee functions

    Experience as an administrator

    Generous leave
  • Cleaning25 days ago

    Cleaning Assistant - ESS Waiouru

    Compass Group New Zealand

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeSenior

    Cleaning communal areas · Removing rubbish · Maintaining cleaning equipment

    Some commercial cleaning experience; pass pre-employment checks; NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

  • Administration25 days ago

    Administrator

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $51.6k-$75.4k a yearFull timeEntry level

    Providing reception support · Managing clinic diary · Dispensing veterinary medicines

    Knowledge of and experience in the farming sector, particularly dairy farming; experience in the veterinary industry; administration and customer service experience; computer skills including Windows and Microsoft Office

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Nursing25 days ago
    Whanganui District, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Providing nursing care · Assessing residents · Developing care plans

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Engineering25 days ago

    Project Engineer 3 Waters

    Goodman Fielder New Zealand

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    ContractSenior

    Designing 3 waters roadmaps · Preparing feasibility studies · Supporting bore drilling

    Engineering qualification (Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or Process); experience with project organization, cost estimation and scheduling; experience with brown field project delivery and 3 waters projects; experience with AutoCAD for 2D layouts and P&IDs

  • Nursing25 days ago
    Whanganui District, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Providing nursing care · Assessing residents · Developing care plans

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • IT25 days ago

    Senior ITSM Platform Specialist

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $99.9k-$134.2k a yearFull timeSenior

    Administering ITSM platforms · Resolving complex incidents · Managing upgrades and releases

    7+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Information Systems, Business Systems, or equivalent professional experience; around 7 years of technical IT experience with significant hands-on enterprise ITSM platform administration or support; advanced ITSM certification

    Generous leaveRetirement savingsStudy support

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