Straight from employers' career sites

Jobs in Nelson.

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

  • Nursing5 days ago
    Nelson
    Part time

    Providing personal care · Supporting daily activities · Observing resident needs

    1+ yrAt least 1 year of experience in caregiving, aged care, or a similar role

  • Hospitality6 days ago

    Cook

    Heritage Lifecare

    Nelson
    Internship

    Preparing nutritious meals · Meeting food requirements · Providing dining experiences

    Catering and food service experience; culinary qualification or equivalent experience; legal right to work in New Zealand

  • IT6 days ago

    MS365/SharePoint Specialist

    Nelson City Council

    Nelson
    Full timeMid level

    Administering Microsoft 365 platforms · Supporting online workspaces · Building staff capability

    Relevant tertiary qualification in information technology, business systems or a related discipline; hands-on experience as a Microsoft 365 administrator or engineer; solid knowledge of Microsoft identity management and listed services

    Generous leave
  • Data and analytics6 days ago
    Nelson
    Full time

    Leading technical analysis · Translating complex data · Developing forecasting models

    Tertiary qualification in data analysis, statistics, applied environmental science, economics or a related discipline; experience with environmental, urban growth and housing datasets and tools; project and programme management experience

    Generous leave
  • Business operations6 days ago
    Nelson
    Full timeMid level

    Developing commercial frameworks · Overseeing supplier contracts · Leading commercial negotiations

    Relevant tertiary qualification in business, commerce, law or related discipline, or equivalent experience; commercial or contract management experience; capability in contract frameworks, negotiation and supplier performance; understanding of public-sector procurement and Government Procurement Rules, probity, risk and governance.

    Generous leave
  • Data and analytics6 days ago
    Nelson
    Full timeMid level

    Designing data platforms · Leading integration automation · Administering enterprise databases

    Senior data or automation experience; relevant tertiary degree or equivalent experience; advanced SQL, database and Azure expertise; experience delivering enterprise solutions, managing integrations, leading projects and mentoring technical staff

    Generous leave
  • Nursing6 days ago

    Associate Director of Nursing (ADON) Mental Health & Addictions Nelson

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

    A public health organization providing hospital and medical services in New Zealand.

    Nelson
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading mental health services · Supporting workforce development · Ensuring regulatory compliance

    Experienced nurse leader with proven clinical leadership in mental health, change management, operational experience, research and audit skills, and understanding of mental health legislation and best practices.

  • Sales8 days ago
    Nelson
    Full timeSenior

    Providing clinical support · Delivering product education · Managing inventory

    Formal experience or qualification within healthcare or a related industry

  • Business operations9 days ago

    Business Operations Lead

    NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

    Nelson
    Part time

    Legal right to live and work in New Zealand

  • Nursing9 days ago
    Nelson
    Part time

    Providing nursing care · Assessing residents · Administering treatment

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

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Business operations11 days ago
    Nelson
    Full time

    Developing commercial frameworks · Overseeing supplier contracts · Leading commercial negotiations

    Relevant tertiary qualification in business, commerce, law or related discipline, or equivalent experience; commercial or contract management experience; New Zealand public-sector procurement knowledge, including Government Procurement Rules; contract framework, negotiation, supplier performance and AI-analysis capability.

    Generous leave
  • Social services11 days ago
    Nelson
    Full time

    Supporting client career planning · Coaching interview skills · Building employer relationships

    Legal right to work in New Zealand

  • Business operations11 days ago
    Nelson
    Full time

    Gathering business requirements · Facilitating stakeholder workshops · Developing benefits plans

    Relevant degree with significant business analysis or business process management component; experience applying business analysis techniques, gathering requirements and delivering solutions; Agile business analysis knowledge; understanding of benefits identification and realisation

    Generous leave
  • IT11 days ago

    MS365/SharePoint Specialist

    Nelson City Council

    Nelson
    Full time

    Administering Microsoft 365 · Improving online workspaces · Guiding staff usage

    Relevant tertiary qualification in information technology, business systems or a related discipline; hands-on experience as an administrator or engineer in a Microsoft 365 environment; solid knowledge of Microsoft identity management and Microsoft 365 services

    Generous leave
  • Administration11 days ago

    Seasonal Support Administrator

    Alliance Group Limited · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Nelson
    Full time

    Providing administrative support · Maintaining production records · Supporting payroll processes

    NCEA Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience; legal right to work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Research and development11 days ago
    Nelson
    Full timeEntry level

    Leading research projects · Conducting marine research · Informing environmental management

    Experience as a scientist in marine invasion ecology, biosecurity or marine ecology

  • Data and analytics11 days ago
    Nelson
    Full time

    Designing data platforms · Leading integration solutions · Administering enterprise databases

    Senior experience in data engineering, database administration, enterprise integration, analytics platforms or related roles; relevant tertiary degree or equivalent experience; advanced database and Azure expertise; proven enterprise solution delivery experience

    Generous leave
  • Social services11 days ago

    Counsellor

    Habit Health

    Nelson
    Full time

    Delivering focused interventions · Visiting worksites · Providing counselling services

    5+ yrsCurrent APC with NZAC, DAPAANZ, SWRB or NZCCA; tertiary level 7 Counselling or related qualification; at least five years of post-study general counselling experience

    Study support
  • Administration11 days ago

    Seasonal Support Administrator

    Alliance Group · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Nelson
    OnsiteFull timeSeasonalEntry level

    Providing administrative support · Maintaining records · Supporting payroll processes

    NCEA Level 3 or equivalent experience; strong administrative and organizational skills; advanced Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency; accurate data entry; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Mechanical and electrical12 days ago
    Nelson
    Internship

    Managing vessel systems · Maintaining vessel systems · Managing preventative maintenance

    MEC 4 and MEC 3 tickets; proven engineering experience on deep sea fishing vessels; legal entitlement to live and work in New Zealand

  • Research and development12 days ago

    Manager Science & Policy

    Nelson City Council

    Nelson
    Full timeManages people

    Leading science teams · Overseeing environmental monitoring · Translating scientific evidence

    Substantial environmental science, monitoring or related analytical experience; proven people leadership and local government experience; working knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations; strong research-community connections and partnership/co-funding track record; relevant tertiary qualification.

    Generous leave
  • Administration12 days ago
    Nelson
    Full time

    Coordinating diaries · Preparing meeting papers · Arranging travel logistics

    Proven experience in a senior administration, personal assistant or coordination role; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent professional experience

    Generous leave
  • Health and safety12 days ago
    Nelson
    Full timeManages people

    Leading environmental programmes · Managing contracts and budgets · Overseeing environmental monitoring

    Relevant tertiary qualification in environmental science, ecology, natural resource management or a related discipline; proven people leadership; environmental technical knowledge; experience designing and managing environmental work programmes; full current New Zealand driving licence

    Generous leave
  • Business operations12 days ago
    Nelson
    Full time

    Coordinating asset plans · Analyzing investment priorities · Preparing governance reports

    Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, planning, asset management or a related discipline; experience coordinating or contributing to AMPs, an Infrastructure Strategy, LTP or annual planning in a complex organisation; experience in governance reporting and legislative and regulatory compliance

    Generous leave
  • Business development12 days ago
    Nelson
    Full time

    Maintaining funding portfolios · Developing grants frameworks · Identifying funding opportunities

    Grants, funding or similar coordination experience; funding processes across multiple teams; experience with central government agencies, trusts and foundations; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent practical experience.

    Generous leave
  • Business development12 days ago
    Nelson
    Part time

    Researching funding opportunities · Preparing funding applications · Administering climate grants

    Experience in grant writing or funding applications; experience providing secretariat or governance administration support; familiarity with New Zealand external funding; tertiary qualification in business, community development or related field, or equivalent practical experience

    Generous leave
  • Engineering12 days ago
    Nelson
    Full time

    Leading water projects · Developing network models · Assessing network performance

    5+ yrsDegree in Civil, Environmental, Water Engineering or a related discipline; at least 15 years’ relevant experience for a Principal Engineer or 5+ years’ modelling experience for a hydraulic modeller

    Parental leave
  • Administration12 days ago

    Workplace Administrator - Caregiver Recruitment and Support

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

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

    Nelson
    Full time

    Assisting with financial plans · Liaising with vendors · Booking rooms and answering phones

    Full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence; strong computer and IT skills; administrative skills in typing and reporting; cultural awareness and understanding of tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi; strong time management and prioritisation; excellent verbal and written communication

About jobs in Nelson

There are 110 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, 24 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 110 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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