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Plant jobs in canterbury region New Zealand

51 plant jobs found in canterbury region: showing 1 - 50

Operator Process - Timaru
Company: McCain Foods |

Location: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 14 Sep 2026
mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy. About the role. As a Processing Operator at our Timaru plant... and administration. Conduct frequent cleaning and sanitation routines for food safety and high plant standards. Identify and resolve
Class 4 Driver Ashburton
Company: HW Richardson Group |

Location: Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 14 Sep 2026
to be part of a tight-knit crew where safety, reliability and teamwork matter? Our Allied Concrete plant in Ashburton
Structures Worker Trade / Non-trade
Company: KiwiRail |

Location: Middleton, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 14 Sep 2026
with hand tools, minor plant, or hi-rail vehicles. Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you: In return, you'll be supported
Electrician
Company: Silver Fern Farms |

Location: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 14 Sep 2026
for delivering electrical maintenance, repairs, and technical support across our processing plant. From PLCs and drives... and financially. Te Mahi / Key Responsibilities Carry out planned electrical maintenance to ensure plant assets perform
Specialist Operator
Company: Fulton Hogan |

Location: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 12 Sep 2026
our communities moving. This is a hands-on role where you’ll operate a range of plant and equipment across civil and roading works... matua | Key responsibilities Operate plant and machinery safely and efficiently across civil and roading works. Complete
Experienced Loader Operator - Mobile Crushing
Company: Fulton Hogan |

Location: Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 11 Sep 2026
where you’ll operate a loader alongside a portable crushing plant to deliver safe, high-quality work for our customers... across Ashburton and the wider Canterbury area. You’ll be working with modern plant and equipment, including a new Volvo L180K loader
Warehouse Operator
Company: Synlait |

Location: Dunsandel, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 11 Sep 2026
for smarter ways to deliver value. Whether it's in the paddock, the plant or the boardroom, we're driven by impact and inspired
Associate Director - Renewable Energy (solar)
Company: AECOM |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 10 Sep 2026
generation assets such as PV panels, inverter transformers, plant power controllers, SCADA and security systems, pile driving
61262 Legal Counsel - Manaaki Whenua
Company: Manaaki Whenua |

Location: Auckland - Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 10 Sep 2026
Research, Plant & Food Research and Scion came together to form the Bioeconomy Science Institute. Now, we are more than 2200
Lubrication Technician
Company: McCain Foods |

Location: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 10 Sep 2026
and plant assets, identifying developing mechanical defects and equipment issues. Capture, analyze, and communicate equipment... to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance plant reliability and performance. Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP
Associate Director - Renewable Energy (solar)
Company: AECOM |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 10 Sep 2026
generation assets such as PV panels, inverter transformers, plant power controllers, SCADA and security systems, pile driving
Shift Team Leader
Company: Synlait |

Location: Dunsandel, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 10 Sep 2026
in our Dryer 3 plant. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will lead and develop your shift team to deliver the production... and systems of the shift team, while managing the day-to-day running of the plant and supporting operational performance
61064 People & Culture Coordinator - Scion
Company: Scion |

Location: Lincoln, Canterbury - Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 09 Sep 2026
with us. About us | Ko wai mātou We've built something new. AgResearch, Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, Plant & Food Research and Scion
Civil Operator (wtr)
Company: Enterprise Recruitment |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 08 Sep 2026
experience operating civil plant - Previous subdivision experience is a big advantage - Class 1 licence and reliable transport
Cadet
Company: unknown |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 08 Sep 2026
plant Chip sealing Each rotation lasts around eight to ten weeks, giving you hands-on experience across the business
Engineering Team Leader
Company: Silver Fern Farms |

Location: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 08 Sep 2026
maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and effectively while supporting production targets, plant reliability... operations, plant reliability, and health and safety requirements. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
Maintenance Engineer
Company: Synlait |

Location: Dunsandel, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 04 Sep 2026
team based in Dunsandel. This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in keeping our critical plant... preventative maintenance across dairy processing and plant equipment Diagnose and repair mechanical faults quickly to minimise
Production Manager - Timaru
Company: McCain Foods |

Location: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 04 Sep 2026
heart of the Timaru French Fry Plant, leading teams, driving performance, and shaping the future of our operation... of plant programmes, policies, standard operating procedures and systems, including One McCain (SAP), SuM and MDI. Own daily
Category Portfolio Manager
Company: Synlait |

Location: Dunsandel, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 04 Sep 2026
differently, stay curious, and continuously look for smarter ways to deliver value. Whether it's in the paddock, the plant or the
Reliability Technician
Company: Synlait |

Location: Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 02 Sep 2026
including vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic monitoring, and oil analysis Perform regular inspections of plant..., and continuously look for smarter ways to deliver value. Whether it's in the paddock, the plant or the boardroom, we're driven
Engineering & Projects Manager
Company: Technical Recruitment Solutions |

Location: Ashburton, Canterbury - Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 01 Sep 2026
be working alongside an experienced team, getting to know a plant with a lot of history, and building the systems that will carry... continuous improvement in plant reliability Provide leadership across automation, PLC, HMI and electrical systems, ensuring
Industrial Electrician
Company: Technical Recruitment Solutions |

Location: Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: NZ$50 per hour | Date posted: 31 Aug 2026
manufacturer A modern site backed by ongoing investment in plant and equipment A good mix of maintenance work and project variety
Laboratory Technician
Company: Eurofins |

Location: Rolleston, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 31 Aug 2026
. Eurofins Food and Water Testing New Zealand provides range of class leading food, water, plant, soil and fertilizer testing
Process Worker
Company: Hellers |

Location: Kaiapoi, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 31 Aug 2026
day. We are currently seeking energetic and motivated Process Workers to join our modern processing plant in Kaiapoi
Civil Machine Operator
Company: Adecco |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 30 Aug 2026
What You'll Be Doing Operating a range of civil machinery including excavators, loaders, rollers, and other plant Assisting
Labourer
Company: Waste Management |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 28 Aug 2026
and operate plant and equipment in accordance with company procedures, while providing assistance and support to other team
Maintenance Fitter
Company: Enterprise Recruitment |

Location: Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 28 Aug 2026
and performance of plant and equipment, ensuring production continues to run smoothly. Key responsibilities: Preventative... and reactive maintenance across plant and equipment Fault-finding and diagnostics on mechanical systems Supporting continuous
Water Reticulation & Maintenance Service Person
Company: Waimakariri District Council |

Location: Waimakariri, Canterbury - Rangiora, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 27 Aug 2026
of our capital works programme. Ensure vehicles, plant, and equipment are well maintained. Keep accurate records and contribute
Civil And Construction Roading Maintenance Crew Members
Company: HEB Construction |

Location: Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 27 Aug 2026
activities, operating plant and equipment while supporting crews on the ground to get the job done safely and efficiently.... Your day-to-day may include: Operating a variety of civil plant and machinery Earthworks, excavation, drainage and roading
Maintenance Engineer
Company: Technical Recruitment Solutions |

Location: Rolleston, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 26 Aug 2026
local and export markets. Operating from a modern Rolleston site, the business has invested heavily in its processing plant... with ongoing plant and equipment improvement Evaluating and improving repairs for long-term reliability Providing technical input
Processing Equipment Engineer
Company: Goodman Fielder |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 26 Aug 2026
Done. About the Role We are looking for a Milk Plant Processing Equipment Engineer who will take responsibility for the optimization..., homogenizers, separators, and CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems. Optimize plant throughput, yield, and energy efficiency. Troubleshoot
Field Operator - Plant Pest | Timaru
Company: Rentokil Initial |

Location: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 25 Aug 2026
large-scale plant pest control across New Zealand's most remote and stunning landscapes. From wilding pine removal..., ungulate management, or invasive plant control, we deploy innovative, sustainable, and effective pest control strategies
Fitter/welder
Company: Hays |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 25 Aug 2026
repairs on customer sites Working on industrial plant, equipment, structures and marine-related projects Reading
Field Operator - Plant Pest | Timaru
Company: Rentokil Initial |

Location: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 25 Aug 2026
to join our team in Timaru/Twizel South Island from all across NZ What you'll do: Join Rentokil Rural and tackle large-scale plant..., ungulate management, or invasive plant control, we deploy innovative, sustainable, and effective pest control strategies
Plant And Terminal Operator
Company: SGS |

Location: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 24 Aug 2026
screening and MOJ process Must have the right to work in New Zealand Additional Information As a Casual Plant and Terminal
Field Operator - Plant Pest | Timaru
Company: Rentokil Initial |

Location: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: NZ$60000 - 62500 per year | Date posted: 24 Aug 2026
to join our team in Timaru/Twizel South Island from all across NZ What you’ll do: Join Rentokil Rural and tackle large-scale plant..., ungulate management, or invasive plant control, we deploy innovative, sustainable, and effective pest control strategies
Pavement Marker / Roadmarking Operator
Company: Downer Group |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 20 Aug 2026
equipment is well maintained Supporting the planning and coordination of plant servicing and repairs Working collaboratively
Crane Operator (crawler)
Company: Fulton Hogan |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 18 Aug 2026
where required. Support the wider team by operating other plant and machinery as needed. Carry out dogman tasks when required. Promote
Drainlayer
Company: Tradestaff |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: NZ$40 - 45 per hour | Date posted: 17 Aug 2026
with industry regulations Work across subdivisions and civil infrastructure projects Operate hand tools and small plant safely
Operator Labourer (class 4) - Selwyn
Company: HEB Construction |

Location: Selwyn, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 17 Aug 2026
general labouring duties including site clean-up and manual tasks Supporting plant operators and crew to ensure efficient
Metallurgist - Mineral Processing- Laboratory Testing
Company: SGS |

Location: Selwyn, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: NZ$85000 - 115000 per year | Date posted: 11 Aug 2026
and pilot plant/laboratory campaigns of variable scope and complexity. Works to solve client problems to ensure quality... to other SGS metallurgical laboratory locations in Canada or overseas or to plant locations on either short-term assignments
Laboratory Technician - Mineral Processing
Company: SGS |

Location: Selwyn, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: NZ$22.5 per hour | Date posted: 07 Aug 2026
an applied approach in performing moderate technological functions within laboratory or pilot plant operations. Design, develop
Mill Operator
Company: Downer Group |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 06 Aug 2026
Driver Licence (Class 5 preferred) Current WTR endorsements Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of plant
Laboratory Technician - Mineralogy
Company: SGS |

Location: Selwyn, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: NZ$20.5 - 21.5 per hour | Date posted: 05 Aug 2026
an applied approach in performing moderate technological functions within laboratory or pilot plant operations. Design, develop
Foreperson
Company: Downer Group |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 28 Jul 2026
maintenance and construction activities Manage plant, materials and resources to maximise productivity and efficiency Liaise... and problem-solving skills Experience working with subcontractors, plant and resource allocation A commitment to health, safety
Communications Technician Twizel
Company: Ventia |

Location: Otago - Twizel, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 28 Jul 2026
Ventia is seeking skilled Communication Technicians – Inside Plant to support critical infrastructure across the power.... About the Role As an Inside Plant Technician, you will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, testing
Communications Technician Christchurch
Company: Ventia |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 28 Jul 2026
Ventia is seeking skilled Communication Technicians – Inside Plant to support critical infrastructure across the power.... About the Role As an Inside Plant Technician, you will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, testing
Operator
Company: unknown |

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 24 Jul 2026
and operate various plant and machinery to support the safe and efficient delivery of asphalt paving projects. We're... bring to the role: Full Class 1 licence (Class 2 and WTR advantageous) Previous experience operating plant and machinery
V.i.e. – Site Engineer, Waitohi Ferry - Picton, New Zealand - F/m F/h
Company: Vinci |

Location: Picton, Marlborough - Waitohi, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 22 Jul 2026
planning and organisational skills, allowing you to coordinate labour, plant, and materials efficiently on site. This will help
Operator Packing - Timaru
Company: McCain Foods |

Location: Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

| Salary: unspecified | Date posted: 13 Jul 2026
mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy. About the role. As a Processing Operator at our Timaru plant... and administration. Conduct frequent cleaning and sanitation routines for food safety and high plant standards. Identify and resolve