Straight from employers' career sites

Jobs in Wellington.

1,382 open roles, 459 posted this week, most paying $110k to $166k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Project management4 days ago

    Delivery Lead

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

    A government agency focused on transport system development and portfolio management.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Leading projects · Managing delivery · Influencing stakeholders

    Proven experience leading complex projects in service transformation; strong project delivery expertise; ability to influence senior stakeholders; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent; legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Project management4 days ago

    Change Director, Establishment

    NZ Ministry of Justice · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $150.0k-$193.8k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractSeniorManages people

    Leading operational change · Coordinating implementation planning · Supporting leader-led change

    Significant experience leading and embedding change in a large complex operational organisation; strong change management principles; ability to influence senior stakeholders; experience leading people and coordinating resources.

  • Business operations4 days ago

    Principal Advisor Planning Reporting and Risk

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $142.9k-$177.8k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading planning frameworks · Providing strategic advice · Managing risk processes

    Experienced principal-level advisor with strong experience in strategic and operational planning, external performance reporting, and risk management in the public sector; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience.

  • Social services4 days ago

    Sport and Leisure Advisor

    Blind Low Vision NZ · 201-1000 employees

    A non-profit organization supporting blind and low vision people.

    Wellington
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Connecting clients · Building networks · Promoting inclusion

    Demonstrated relationship-building and stakeholder management experience; experience coordinating people, groups, activities or projects; knowledge of regional sport and leisure sector; experience in recreation/leisure/sporting environments; strong planning, communication, advocacy and time-management skills; person-centred, culturally responsive approach; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

    Generous leave
  • Labouring4 days ago

    Excavator and Loader Operators – Wellington Port

    Qube Ports New Zealand · 5001+ employees

    A nationwide service provider offering cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing, and IT solutions.

    Wellington
    $45.00 an hourOnsiteFull timePart timeTemporaryMid level

    Operating excavators · Loading logs · Unloading logs

    Proven experience operating excavators, front end loaders, or similar heavy machinery; safety-conscious; physically fit; strong communication and teamwork; reliable and flexible to travel; minimum Restricted Class 1 driver's license; pass pre-employment medical, drug test, ACC and MOJ criminal history check; eligible to work in New Zealand.

  • Engineering4 days ago

    Dam Safety Engineer/Analyst - 12 months fixed term

    Dam Safety Intelligence · 1001-5000 employees

    A subsidiary of Meridian Energy delivering dam management expertise to dam owners in New Zealand and internationally.

    Wellington
    HybridFull timeContractMid level

    Analyzing monitoring data · Conducting site inspections · Preparing technical reports

    Relevant engineering, science or technical qualification; experience in engineering, infrastructure, asset management or related technical environment; strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills; comfortable working on site and in office.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Business operations5 days ago

    Principal Policy Advisor | Tourism Regions and Hospitality

    Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $132.4k-$160.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading policy work · Providing economic analysis · Mentoring advisors

    5+ yrsExtensive public policy experience (5-10 years), strong economic policy capability, proven experience advising Ministers, relevant tertiary qualification preferably in economics, and legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Retirement savings
  • Data and analytics5 days ago

    Principal Data Analyst

    Department of Internal Affairs · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $128.9k-$147.3k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Analyzing complex datasets · Building interactive dashboards · Providing analytical leadership

    Advanced Power BI skills including DAX and data modelling; experience with data pipelines and large complex datasets; strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills; legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Project management5 days ago

    Senior IT Project Manager

    Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand government department delivering patient-focused primary health care services within corrections facilities.

    Wellington
    $145.2k-$170.8k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Managing IT projects · Delivering digital infrastructure · Coordinating project resources

    Extensive experience managing large complex IT digital infrastructure projects; proven track record delivering on time and within budget; experience with ADO, PRINCE2/Agile; IT procurement and change management; excellent communication and stakeholder management.

  • Business operations5 days ago

    Principal Policy Advisor

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $150k-$170k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading policy development · Advising on legislation · Coaching team members

    Extensive experience leading complex policy advice in legislative or regulatory contexts; deep knowledge of government processes; expert analytical and communication skills; tertiary qualification in relevant discipline; Wellington-based.

  • Business operations5 days ago

    Principal Policy Advisor | Tourism Regions and Hospitality

    Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand government ministry that creates a resilient and high-performing economy, including managing immigration.

    Wellington
    $132.4k-$160.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing policy advice · Leading complex work · Mentoring colleagues

    5+ yrsExtensive public policy experience (5-10 years), strong economic policy capability, proven experience advising Ministers, relevant tertiary qualification preferably in economics, and legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Retirement savings
  • Sales5 days ago
    Wellington
    Full time

    Identifying sales prospects · Presenting products and services · Negotiating and closing deals

    Sales Executive or relevant experience; proficiency in English; excellent knowledge of Google Docs; thorough understanding of marketing and negotiating techniques; high school degree

  • IT5 days ago

    Senior Payroll Systems Specialist

    Xero · 5001+ employees

    A global software company providing cloud-based accounting tools for small businesses.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Mapping payroll systems · Managing system changes · Automating reconciliation workflows

    Hands-on payroll systems experience in configuration, administration and technical support; understanding of payroll processes, controls and system dependencies

  • Accounting and finance5 days ago
    Wellington
    Full timeSenior

    Presenting findings · Reviewing deliverables · Delivering client service

    3+ yrsAt least 3 years of audit experience in a corporate Chartered Accounting environment

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Sales4 days ago

    Assistant Store Manager - Porirua

    Michael Hill · 1001-5000 employees

    A jewellery retailer celebrating life's meaningful moments with craftsmanship and customer connection.

    Porirua, Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading team · Driving sales · Coaching staff

    Proven sales experience, leadership potential, customer-focused, team-oriented, ambitious, and able to work in a retail environment.

  • Project management4 days ago

    Project Manager

    Brian Perry Civil · 5001+ employees

    A leading New Zealand building products business focused on supply planning and operational excellence.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading water projects · Managing project teams · Overseeing contract performance

    7+ yrsWater infrastructure experience essential; 7+ years civil construction experience at Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer level; engineering qualification; strong commercial and contractual capability; Microsoft Project and Office proficiency; NZ health and safety knowledge.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations6 days ago

    New Zealand Meat Board Observer – 18 Month Development Role

    Beef + Lamb New Zealand · 51-200 employees

    A statutory body managing export quotas and safeguarding financial reserves for New Zealand's red meat industry.

    Wellington
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Attending board meetings · Engaging with governance · Contributing to sector

    High integrity, independent viewpoint, sector connection to red meat industry, communication and curiosity; unpaid development role with travel expenses covered.

  • Education5 days ago

    Relationship Coordinator

    Te Kura · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand distance education provider supporting learners across Aotearoa.

    Wellington
    $79.2k-$95.7k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Coordinating engagement · Managing relationships · Supporting stakeholders

    Proven relationship management skills, excellent communication, high attention to detail, advanced Microsoft Office skills, and right to reside or work in New Zealand.

  • Business operations5 days ago

    Manager Business Services

    New Zealand Qualifications Authority · 201-1000 employees

    A government authority ensuring New Zealand qualifications are recognized and respected, maintaining assessment integrity.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading business services · Managing team · Overseeing planning

    Experienced people leader with public sector experience, strong integrated business planning, budget development, forecasting, financial monitoring, and governance processes; must have right to live and work in New Zealand.

  • Legal and compliance5 days ago

    Enforcement Litigation Lead

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

    A government agency focused on transport system development and portfolio management.

    Wellington+2 more
    $134k-$163k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading litigation · Representing in court · Providing regulatory guidance

    Extensive regulatory experience, court proceedings knowledge, strong decision-making and risk management, relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent, Enforcement Officer Certification or ability to obtain, legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations5 days ago

    Principal Advisor

    Ministry of Health · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $145.2k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Leading strategic initiatives · Providing policy advice · Managing projects

    Demonstrated experience in strategic commissioning, procurement, contract management, project management, and policy advice; central government experience; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and health equity.

  • Administration5 days ago

    PA/Team Administrator

    Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand government ministry that creates a resilient and high-performing economy, including managing immigration.

    Wellington
    $60.7k-$70.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing administrative support · Coordinating meetings and travel · Supporting team operations

    Proven experience in personal and administrative support, agility in supporting multiple teams, knowledge of administration systems, strong relationship management, computer literacy, and New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations5 days ago

    Digital Domain Change Lead

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

    A government agency focused on transport system development and portfolio management.

    Wellington+1 more
    $133.6k-$163.3k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading change · Coaching leaders · Embedding operating models

    Extensive change leadership experience in a digital context, strong strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, coaching, and experience with Agile or Lean change approaches. Must have legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Sales5 days ago

    icebreaker : Sales Associate, Christmas Casual - Wellington Airport

    Icebreaker · 201-1000 employees

    A merino wool apparel brand committed to sustainability, responsible sourcing, and building an inclusive community.

    Wellington
    OnsitePart timeTemporaryNo experience needed

    Selling products · Connecting with customers · Supporting team

    Passionate storyteller with retail sales experience, goal-oriented, team player, and authentic love for nature and active lifestyle.

  • Legal and compliance5 days ago

    Junior Solicitor

    The Treasury · 5001+ employees

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

    Wellington
    $69.7k-$81.9k a yearOnsiteContractNo experience needed

    Developing legal wiki · Reviewing legal advice · Drafting plain English

    Complete or near-complete law degree; bar admission and practicing certificate preferred; excellent written and verbal skills; strong organizational skills; focus on continuous improvement and personal accountability.

  • Hospitality4 days ago

    Restaurant Manager

    Taco Bell · 5001+ employees

    A leading Mexican-inspired quick service restaurant brand part of Yum! Brands, focused on customer satisfaction and innovation.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Managing restaurant operations · Training employees · Driving sales and profits

    2+ yrs2-4 years operational management experience in QSR or retail with P&L responsibility; basic business math and accounting; strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills; basic PC literacy; ability to lead and coach team.

  • Sales5 days ago

    Territory Manager

    UCC Coffee Australia & New Zealand

    Wellington
    Internship

    Winning new business · Growing customer partnerships · Delivering coffee training

    Generous leave
  • Data and analytics5 days ago
    Wellington
    $40.00-$80.00 an hourContract

    Designing advanced challenges · Authoring ground-truth solutions · Auditing AI-generated code

    Pursuing or holding a Master’s or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a heavily quantitative field; strong foundational knowledge across core data science areas; able to communicate complex concepts and results clearly in writing

  • Research and development5 days ago
    Wellington
    $170.00-$200.00 an hourContract

    Translating mathematical proofs · Analyzing proof structures · Developing proof scripts

    Master's degree or higher in Mathematics, Logic, Theoretical Computer Science, or a closely related field; strong foundation in rigorous proof writing; hands-on experience with Lean, Coq, Isabelle/HOL, Agda, or comparable systems

About jobs in Wellington

There are 1,382 roles open for jobs in Wellington on the SmartCVs job board, 459 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 1,091 full time, 116 part time and 70 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $110k to $166k a year.

The busiest fields are Sales (171), Business operations (132) and IT (108).

8 ads say the employer will support a visa.

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How many jobs in Wellington are there right now?

There are 1,382 roles open for jobs in Wellington on the SmartCVs job board, 459 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do jobs in Wellington pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most jobs in Wellington pay $110k to $166k 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 Wellington?

The fields with the most open roles in Wellington right now are Sales (171), Business operations (132) and IT (108).

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