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Jobs in Palmerston North.

33 open roles, 6 posted this week, most paying $51k to $123k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • NursingToday

    Charge Nurse Manager, Nga Wai Ngaro (Inpatient Ward)

    Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral · 5001+ employees

    A major regional hospital and tertiary teaching hospital serving the Midland area of New Zealand.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading clinical team · Managing ward operations · Developing care pathways

    Experienced mental health nurse leader with strong clinical leadership, commitment to equity and quality improvement, and ability to lead a multidisciplinary team in an acute inpatient setting.

  • NursingToday

    Charge Nurse Manager, Nga Wai Ngaro (Inpatient Ward)

    Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral · 5001+ employees

    A government health organization providing healthcare services to all New Zealanders.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading clinical team · Managing ward operations · Developing care pathways

    Experienced mental health nurse leader with strong clinical leadership, commitment to equity and quality improvement, and ability to lead a multidisciplinary team in an acute inpatient ward.

  • Manufacturing2 days ago

    Light Fabrication Apprenticeship (Palmerston North)

    ATNZ · 11-50 employees

    An organization providing mechanical building services apprenticeships.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $41k-$52k a yearOnsiteFull timeInternshipNo experience needed

    Learning fabrication · Working with metals · Earning while learning

    Committed to 3-4 years of study while working full time; interest in fabrication or working with metals; restricted or full driver's licence; right to permanently live and work in New Zealand.

    Study support
  • Business operations5 days ago

    Kaitūhono | Māori Partnerships Lead

    AgResearch Limited · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand research institute advancing the bioeconomy through world-class science.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui+4 more
    $123.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Building partnerships · Supporting research initiatives · Engaging stakeholders

    Strong knowledge of te ao Māori and tikanga Māori; experience in relationship management, partnership development, or business development; relevant tertiary qualification in business, science, or related discipline; current driver's licence; travel throughout Aotearoa required.

  • Education6 days ago

    Early Childhood Reliever - Palmerston North

    Kindercare Learning Centres · 201-1000 employees

    A childcare provider offering nurturing, play-based learning environments for young children.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Supporting kaiako · Caring for children · Building relationships

    Reliable and available at short notice; confident with children aged 0-5; able to work up to 8 hours/day and during school holidays; NZ residency or work visa; police vet check; English communication.

  • Hospitality6 days ago

    Summer Team Member - Palmerston North

    Tank Juice · 201-1000 employees

    A vibrant juice and smoothie brand offering fresh products and a dynamic team environment.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $24.30 an hourOnsitePart timeTemporarySeasonalNo experience needed

    Preparing smoothies · Serving customers · Maintaining store

    Positive attitude, teamwork, flexible availability including weekends, ability to work 10-15 hours per week during summer season.

  • Sales7 days ago

    Client Advisor - Palmerston North

    Amplifon · 5001+ employees

    A global leader in hearing care, empowering people through innovative solutions and personal touch.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Scheduling appointments · Handling hearing aid repairs · Conducting hearing screenings

    Previous client-facing customer service or retail experience; strong administration and data entry skills; valid driver's license and own vehicle; flexibility to cover other clinics.

  • Allied health7 days ago

    Staff Mit

    Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral · 5001+ employees

    A government health organization providing healthcare services to all New Zealanders.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsitePart timeTemporaryEntry level

    Providing mammographic imaging · Adapting practice · Working in team

    Undergraduate qualification in Medical Imaging Technology, current practicing certificate, full driver's licence, physically fit, willing to complete postgraduate studies for BreastScreen Aotearoa, work 24 hours/week including weekends.

  • Labouring7 days ago

    Service Centre Assistant

    CHEP · 5001+ employees

    A global supply chain partner providing pallet and container pooling services.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Reconditioning pallets · Maintaining safety · Meeting production targets

    Strong safety commitment, physical fitness for heavy pallet handling, power tool experience preferred, ability to pass criminal history check, ACC injury history, pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screen, and right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Sales7 days ago

    NZ Casual Retail Sales Associate

    Mountain Warehouse · 1001-5000 employees

    A retail company offering outdoor clothing and equipment, focused on customer service and team leadership.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $24.60 an hourOnsitePart timeSeasonalNo experience needed

    Processing transactions · Maintaining displays · Engaging customers

    Passionate about retail and customer service; excellent communication; energetic and reliable; legal right to work in New Zealand; no visa sponsorship available.

    Generous leave
  • Education8 days ago

    Senior Advisor, Migrant and Refugee Support

    Ministry of Education · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry shaping an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $86.2k-$98.7k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Coordinating support initiatives · Building relationships · Solving complex problems

    Experience working with migrants and refugees in the education sector; understanding of NZ education system; ability to apply Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles; adherence to Public Service Standards; collaborative and evaluative skills.

    Retirement savings
  • Health and safety8 days ago

    Senior HSQE Business Partner

    Northpower · 1001-5000 employees

    An electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, serving over 60,000 connected customers.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Advising operational leaders · Leading incident investigations · Conducting site audits

    7+ yrs7+ years operational HSQE experience, relevant qualification (Grad Dip OHS, NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent), strong auditing and investigation skills, New Zealand work rights required, pre-employment checks include criminal history, drug/alcohol testing, and medical assessment.

    Retirement savings
  • Allied health9 days ago

    Intern Psychologist

    Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral · 5001+ employees

    A government health organization providing healthcare services to all New Zealanders.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteTemporaryInternshipNo experience needed

    Providing clinical assessment · Delivering interventions · Participating in team planning

    Enrolled in a New Zealand university, completed or undertaking masters or doctoral qualification in clinical psychology, registered as trainee or intern psychologist, and able to supply a research supervisor letter.

  • Supply chain and logistics9 days ago

    Storeperson

    DKSH · 5001+ employees

    A market expansion services provider connecting businesses with products, services, and insights across Asia and beyond.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeContractEntry level

    Receiving goods · Picking orders · Preparing despatch

    Experience in distribution, warehousing, or logistics; strong numeracy and attention to detail; physical fitness with repetitive lifting up to 20kg; forklift licence and MPI accreditation desirable; container devanning experience an advantage.

  • Administration12 days ago

    Administrator

    Acrow Limited · 201-1000 employees

    The largest scaffolding, formwork, falsework, and event infrastructure company in New Zealand.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Supporting branch operations · Managing multiple tasks · Delivering customer service

    Experience in a similar administrative role, ideally in construction; advanced MS Office skills; strong communication and customer service; ability to work independently; right to live and work in New Zealand; pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

  • Customer service12 days ago

    Specialist Services Coordinator

    Enable New Zealand Limited · 51-200 employees

    A Crown-owned entity supporting disabled people to live everyday lives in their communities.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Assessing eligibility · Processing applications · Providing customer service

    Full-time fixed-term role assessing eligibility and processing applications for vision and hearing equipment; requires NZ residency or valid work visa; no visa sponsorship offered.

  • Research and development12 days ago

    Summer Intern - Screening Native Grasses for Biological Nitrification Inhibition Capacity

    AgResearch Limited · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand research institute advancing the bioeconomy through world-class science.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteInternshipFull timeNo experience needed

    Growing native grasses · Conducting bioassays · Analyzing experimental data

    Currently enrolled in or recently completed an undergraduate degree in plant science, soil science, environmental science, agriculture, biology, or related discipline; interest in environmental sustainability and scientific research; attention to detail; communication skills.

  • Research and development12 days ago

    Summer Intern - Enabling Microalgae-Bacteria Consortia for Food Production Systems

    AgResearch Limited · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand research institute advancing the bioeconomy through world-class science.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteInternshipFull timeNo experience needed

    Cultivating microalgae · Analyzing biomass · Assisting experiments

    Currently studying towards a tertiary qualification in biotechnology, microbiology, food science, biochemistry, biological sciences, or related discipline; interest in microbiology and laboratory research; strong analytical and communication skills.

  • Education13 days ago

    Deputy Campus Principal (Palmerston North)

    OneSchool Global · 1001-5000 employees

    A global school network providing modern learning environments and strong student outcomes.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading initiatives · Coordinating NCEA programs · Overseeing academic care

    Current Teachers Council of Aotearoa New Zealand registration; proven leadership experience (DP, HOD, Head of Year/Dean); strong NCEA knowledge; digital competency; NZ teaching experience; eligibility to work in NZ.

  • Education13 days ago

    Deputy Campus Principal (Palmerston North)

    OneSchool Global · 1001-5000 employees

    A global school network providing modern learning environments and strong student outcomes.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading academic programs · Coordinating NCEA programs · Supporting staff development

    Current Teachers Council of Aotearoa New Zealand registration; proven leadership experience (DP, HOD, Head of Year/Dean); strong NCEA knowledge; digital competency; NZ teaching experience; eligibility to work in NZ.

  • Sales13 days ago

    Sales Specialist

    T&G Global · 1001-5000 employees

    A global fresh produce company nourishing people in more than 60 countries with fresh, healthy produce.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeContractNo experience needed

    Managing produce portfolio · Negotiating prices · Building relationships

    Proactive, confident communicator, commercially minded, organised, curious, adaptable, team player; eligibility to work in New Zealand required; background checks required.

  • Customer service13 days ago

    Manager Customer Relations

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

    A government agency delivering land transport services and customer-focused solutions for New Zealand.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui+3 more
    $158.0k-$175.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading complaints management · Developing operating models · Providing strategic advice

    Significant leadership experience in complaints management or customer experience; demonstrated success developing enterprise operating models; strong analytical capability; credibility with senior leaders; inclusive people leadership; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Project management14 days ago

    Service Manager

    Ministry of Education · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry shaping an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $120.2k-$140.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractMid levelManages people

    Leading service delivery · Managing team · Building relationships

    Experience leading complex teams delivering services; relevant tertiary qualification; current full driver's licence; ability to use and interpret data; strong relationship building; knowledge of Te Ao Māori and Treaty of Waitangi preferred.

    Retirement savings
  • Mechanical and electrical15 days ago

    Technician

    Scania · 5001+ employees

    A commercial vehicle manufacturer and transport solutions provider focused on sustainable heavy transport.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Repairing vehicles · Diagnosing faults · Rebuilding engines

    3+ yrsRelevant Level 4 qualification or 3+ years of heavy vehicle technician experience, heavy vehicle repair expertise, current New Zealand driver's license, and full New Zealand working rights.

    Retirement savings
  • Administration15 days ago

    Clinical Receptionist - Palmerston North

    Sonova AG · 5001+ employees

    A hearing care provider dedicated to improving hearing health and delivering outstanding customer experiences.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Scheduling appointments · Supporting clients · Processing claims

    Customer service and administrative experience preferred; strong communication, organization, computer literacy, attention to detail, adaptability, and willingness to learn audiology and new technology required.

    Study support
  • Education17 days ago

    Campus Student Support Assistant (Palmerston North)

    OneSchool Global · 1001-5000 employees

    A global school network providing modern learning environments and strong student outcomes.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsitePart timeContractNo experience needed

    Supporting student learning · Monitoring wellbeing · Liaising with staff

    Valid New Zealand working rights, ability to pass pre-employment police check, on-site work at Palmerston North Campus, caring approach, strong communication, and ability to follow health and wellbeing support plans.

  • Education17 days ago

    Campus Student Support Assistant (Palmerston North)

    OneSchool Global · 1001-5000 employees

    A global school network providing modern learning environments and strong student outcomes.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeContractTemporaryNo experience needed

    Supporting students · Monitoring wellbeing · Liaising teachers

    Caring approach, strong communication, calm responsiveness, ability to follow health and learning support plans, valid New Zealand work rights, and ability to pass a pre-employment police check.

  • Sales17 days ago

    Casual Sales Associate | Merchant 1948 Palmerston North

    Merchant 1948 · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand family business putting shoes on feet since 1948, offering premium leather footwear and expert service.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $24.00 an hourOnsitePart timeEntry level

    Serving customers · Achieving sales · Maintaining stores

    Previous customer service experience in retail, hospitality, or a similar setting; confidence, positivity, solution-focused communication, teamwork, attention to detail, and sales motivation.

    Generous leave
  • Sales24 days ago

    Assistant Store Manager

    Michael Hill · 1001-5000 employees

    A jewellery retailer offering products and customer experiences through stores across New Zealand and Australia.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Coaching teams · Driving sales · Developing leaders

    Proven sales experience and leadership ability, with a passion for coaching teams, delivering customer experiences, achieving targets, and growing into store management.

    Generous leave
  • Mechanical and electrical24 days ago

    Fire Alarm Technician 2667

    Fire Security Services · 201-1000 employees

    A privately-owned market leader in fire protection and building compliance services across New Zealand.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $30.00-$35.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Diagnosing faults · Repairing systems · Servicing alarms

    3+ yrsRequires 3–5 years of fire alarm experience, including 1+ year in New Zealand, NZS 4512 and compliance knowledge, NZQA Level 4 or equivalent, full NZ driver license, clean records, working-at-heights ability, and technical English.

    Retirement savings

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