Straight from employers' career sites

Jobs in Nelson.

112 open roles, 39 posted this week. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • SalesYesterday

    Senior Supervisor - Builders

    Bunnings · 5001+ employees

    A leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand.

    Nelson
    Full time

    Supporting store leadership · Coaching team members · Coordinating stock

    Previous experience supervising a team; aged 15 or over

    Parental leave
  • Mechanical and electrical3 days ago

    Workshop

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Nelson
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Repairing vehicles · Welding equipment · Maintaining machinery

    4+ yrs4+ years workshop engineer experience including welding; current NZ driving licence classes 1-5 desirable; comfortable working at heights and confined spaces; strong mechanical background; must pass pre-employment medical and drug screen.

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Social services3 days ago

    Practice Manager - Nelson ##

    Open Home Foundation · 51-200 employees

    A Christian community response supporting families and caring for children.

    Stoke, Nelson
    $95.3k-$122.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Managing social work practice · Leading team · Liaising with agencies

    Social Work qualification, SWRB registration or eligibility, care and protection experience, knowledge of Oranga Tamariki Act 1989, proven leadership/management and practice supervision, full driver's license, alignment with Christian Kaupapa.

  • Administration2 days ago

    Clinical Administration Support (Ophthalmology)

    Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough · 5001+ employees

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

    Nelson
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Managing patient enquiries · Coordinating clinic bookings · Maintaining patient records

    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, typing speed of 50 wpm or more, excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, and eligibility to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ work visa.

  • Labouring2 days ago
    Nelson City, Nelson
    Part time

    Moving frozen berries · Transferring berries into crates · Lifting berry cartons

    Generous leave
  • Nursing2 days ago
    Nelson
    Part time

    Conducting occupational assessments · Administering vaccinations · Maintaining clinical documentation

    5+ yrsRegistered Nurse with a current NZ Annual Practising Certificate; minimum 5 years’ occupational health nursing experience; valid NZ driver’s licence

    Study support
  • Project management2 days ago

    Title Project Coordinator

    Sealord Group Ltd

    Nelson
    Full time

    Coordinating project purchasing · Tracking project budgets · Maintaining project records

    Strong financial, administration and coordination skills; competence in Microsoft Excel and Word; legal entitlement to live and work in New Zealand; satisfactory pre-employment drug test; physical medical assessment

  • Business operations2 days ago
    Nelson City, Nelson
    Full timeManages people

    Leading frontline teams · Embedding safety culture · Improving operational efficiency

    Working rights in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Social services2 days ago

    Social Worker - Nelson

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children

    Nelson
    Full timeEntry level

    Supporting tamariki and whānau · Completing full assessments · Planning interventions

    Full registration with the Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) and current practising certificate; SWRB-recognised social work qualification; full, clean, current driver's licence; recent, relevant experience with Oranga Tamariki and one of its social worker roles

  • Sales3 days ago

    Title Merchandiser

    Sealord Group Ltd

    Nelson
    Internship

    Merchandising products · Building displays · Liaising with stores

    Previous merchandising experience; ability to lift up to 10kg; full, clean driver’s licence; access to a personal vehicle

  • Engineering2 days ago

    Engineer

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Nelson
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Planning programmes · Managing jobs · Supporting crews

    Full class 1 driver's licence (class 2 advantage), MS Office proficiency, strong communication, teamwork, safety focus, willingness to learn; surfacing or construction experience preferred but not essential; pre-employment medical and drug screen required.

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Hospitality3 days ago

    Chef

    Ryman Healthcare

    Nelson
    Full time

    Preparing seasonal meals · Catering dietary needs · Covering senior lead chef

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

  • Allied health4 days ago

    Support Worker

    Pathways · 1001-5000 employees

    A mental health and addiction service empowering individuals to live full lives in their communities.

    Nelson
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Supporting clients · Providing culturally safe practice · Completing administrative tasks

    NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or equivalent) or studying towards it; full clean NZ driver's licence; comprehensive first aid certificate (units 6400, 6401, 6402) or willing to obtain within 3 months; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Sales3 days ago

    HOLIDAY SALES ASSISTANT - NELSON

    Strandbags · 1001-5000 employees

    An iconic Australian-owned brand offering bags and travel accessories, committed to creating great customer experiences.

    Nelson
    OnsitePart timeTemporaryNo experience needed

    Creating customer experiences · Making product recommendations · Supporting team

    Passion for fashion and customer service; ability to create memorable experiences, make product recommendations, and work during the holiday trading period.

  • Social services4 days ago

    Employment Consultant

    APM New Zealand

    Nelson
    Full time

    Meeting referred clients · Building employer connections · Identifying training needs

    Current full NZ driver’s licence

    Generous leave
  • Social services4 days ago
    Nelson
    ContractEntry level

    Meeting referred clients · Connecting local employers · Supporting jobseekers' employment

    Current full NZ driver’s licence

    Generous leave
  • Social services4 days ago

    Social Worker - Nelson

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

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

    Nelson
    ContractEntry level

    Supporting tamariki and whānau · Completing full assessments · Planning and delivering interventions

    SWRB-recognised social work qualification; full SWRB registration and current practising certificate; full, clean, current driver's licence; recent, relevant experience with Oranga Tamariki and one of its Social Worker roles

  • Sales4 days ago

    Christmas Team Member (Nightfill) - The Warehouse, Nelson

    The Warehouse · 5001+ employees

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

    Nelson
    ContractEntry level

    Unpacking stock · Replenishing shelves · Building displays

    Current right to work in New Zealand; availability throughout the holiday period and flexibility with hours and days; over 16 if required to work past 10pm; able to lift, climb ladders, and stand for extended periods

  • Health and safety5 days ago
    Nelson
    Full time

    Leading sustainability initiatives · Analysing emissions data · Developing investment proposals

    Relevant tertiary qualification in sustainability, environmental science, climate change or related discipline; carbon accounting and emissions reporting experience; business case development; sustainability or resilience integration into planning, asset management or infrastructure investment; iwi and Māori engagement experience.

    Generous leave
  • Sales4 days ago

    Sales Manager

    Arvida · 1001-5000 employees

    A developer and operator of retirement communities providing independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders.

    Nelson
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing sales process · Liaising with residents · Promoting community

    Proven sales record, results-focused, excellent communication, ability to engage with older New Zealanders and local communities.

  • Sales5 days ago
    Nelson
    Part time

    Providing customer service · Replenishing products · Maintaining store presentation

    Flexible availability to work between 4.30pm and 6.30am

  • Sales5 days ago
    Nelson
    Part time

    Assisting customers · Replenishing products · Maintaining store presentation

    Flexible availability to work between 4.30pm and 6.30am

  • Sales5 days ago
    Nelson
    Part time

    Serving customers · Replenishing products · Maintaining store presentation

    Flexible availability between 4.30pm and 6.30am

  • Sales5 days ago
    Nelson
    Part time

    Providing customer service · Replenishing products · Maintaining store presentation

    Availability to work between 4.30pm and 6.30am

  • Sales5 days ago
    Nelson
    Part time

    Engaging customers · Replenishing products · Maintaining store standards

    Flexible availability between 4.30pm and 6.30am

  • Engineering5 days ago

    Asset Manager - Wastewater

    Nelson City Council

    Nelson
    Full time

    Developing wastewater asset plans · Building climate resilience · Preparing investment business cases

    Extensive wastewater infrastructure and asset management knowledge; relevant legislation and water sector reform knowledge; asset management and infrastructure investment planning experience; tertiary qualification in civil, environmental or equivalent engineering; professional membership or working towards it; full current New Zealand driver licence

    Generous leave
  • Allied health4 days ago

    Dental Assistant |Nelson Prosthodontics | Part Time

    Lumino The Dentists · 1001-5000 employees

    New Zealand's largest dental network supporting dentists with modern facilities and strong patient demand.

    Nelson
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Providing chairside assistance · Preparing treatment rooms · Sterilizing instruments

    Previous dental assistant experience, understanding of infection control and sterilisation, strong communication and organisational skills, valid NZ work right.

About jobs in Nelson

There are 112 roles open for jobs in Nelson on the SmartCVs job board, 39 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 77 full time, 26 part time and 1 hybrid or remote.

The busiest fields are Sales (28), Social services (12) and Business operations (7).

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How many jobs in Nelson are there right now?

There are 112 roles open for jobs in Nelson on the SmartCVs job board, 39 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

What kinds of jobs are there in Nelson?

The fields with the most open roles in Nelson right now are Sales (28), Social services (12) and Business operations (7).

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