Straight from employers' career sites

Jobs in Palmerston North.

125 open roles, 32 posted this week, most paying $88k to $118k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

  • 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
  • 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

  • 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
  • IT25 days ago

    ITSM Platform Specialist

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $83.8k-$117.8k a yearFull time

    Administering ITSM platform · Automating service workflows · Maintaining configuration records

    5+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification in IT, Information Systems, Business Systems, or equivalent professional experience; around 5 years in technical IT roles, including hands-on enterprise ITSM platform administration or support; advanced industry-recognized certification in ITSM practices; experience in a university, public sector, or complex enterprise environment

    Generous leaveRetirement savingsStudy support
  • Transport25 days ago

    Class 5 Driver

    T&G Global Limited · 1001-5000 employees

    A fresh produce company that grows and distributes fruit to markets worldwide.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Operating vehicles · Loading fresh produce · Providing customer service

    Class 5 driver licence; experience using forklifts to load and unload trucks; eligibility to work in New Zealand; must pass health and driving assessments

  • Legal and compliance25 days ago

    Assessor - Palmerston North

    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

    Assessing customer files · Making risk-based decisions · Responding to information requests

    Customer service experience; understanding of the Privacy and Official Information Acts; experience risk assessing, dealing with issues and identifying solutions; ability to manage sensitive and confidential information; knowledge and experience with Word and Excel; understanding of tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures

  • Customer service26 days ago

    On Site Tech Solutions Specialist- Noel Leeming Palmerston North

    The Warehouse Group · 5001+ employees

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

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeEntry level

    Conducting live demonstrations · Providing support and advice · Delivering and installing purchases

    Full clean New Zealand Drivers license

    Generous leave
  • Education26 days ago

    Senior Lecturer - Nursing

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $107.9k-$152.7k a yearFull time

    Developing nursing curricula · Teaching nursing courses · Advancing nursing research

    Registered Nurse with current Annual Practising Certificate; PhD or equivalent in nursing or related field; clinical experience in nursing and education; curriculum development and blended teaching experience; publications in national nursing or health-related journals

    Generous leaveRetirement savingsStudy support
  • Customer service26 days ago

    Customer Service Representative

    NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Providing phone support · Responding to email enquiries · Giving accurate advice

    Experience working in a Contact Centre; legal right to live and work in New Zealand

  • Project management26 days ago

    Project Lead, Treaty and Community

    Department of Conservation (DOC)

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Leading strategic projects · Building stakeholder partnerships · Supporting Treaty commitments

    Current full New Zealand driver licence; valid NZ work visa covering the duration of employment

  • Sales26 days ago

    Christmas Part Time Sales Assistants - Palmerston North

    Skechers · 5001+ employees

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

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsitePart timeSeasonalNo experience needed

    Providing customer service · Meeting sales goals · Maintaining store presentation

    Passion for customer service and retail, strong communication, full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027 including weekends and late nights; previous retail experience preferred but not essential.

  • Sales27 days ago

    Technical Sales Support Specialist – Palmerston North

    Kormax · 11-50 employees

    A fourth-generation, New Zealand-owned family business specialising in high-quality fastenings and engineering supplies.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Providing technical support · Managing customer enquiries · Supporting sales administration

    Strong technical aptitude and experience in engineering, manufacturing or industrial environment; ability to understand and discuss technical products; excellent communication, organisational and customer-first skills; team player.

  • Veterinary27 days ago

    Veterinary Nurse - Companion Animal Hospital

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

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

    Providing nursing care · Assisting with procedures · Conducting consultations

    1+ yrDiploma in Veterinary Nursing, Bachelor of Veterinary Technology, or equivalent; minimum one year of general practice experience (new graduates considered); experience with general anaesthesia and surgical nursing; eligible to work in New Zealand

    Generous leaveStudy support

About jobs in Palmerston North

There are 125 roles open for jobs in Palmerston North on the SmartCVs job board, 32 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 96 full time, 18 part time and 1 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $88k to $118k a year.

The busiest fields are Sales (25), Customer service (9) and Allied health (9).

2 ads say the employer will support a visa.

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How many jobs in Palmerston North are there right now?

There are 125 roles open for jobs in Palmerston North on the SmartCVs job board, 32 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do jobs in Palmerston North pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most jobs in Palmerston North pay $88k 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 Palmerston North?

The fields with the most open roles in Palmerston North right now are Sales (25), Customer service (9) and Allied health (9).

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