Salary of Machine Operator in New Zealand 2026

How much does a Machine Operator earn?

NZD 63,167 / Annual
Based on 13 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 50,000 Average salary: NZD 63,167 Maximum: NZD 90,000

Minimum
NZD 50,000 Average salary
NZD 63,167 Maximum
NZD 90,000

NZD 5,264 / Monthly
Based on 13 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 4,167 Average salary: NZD 5,264 Maximum: NZD 7,500

Minimum
NZD 4,167 Average salary
NZD 5,264 Maximum
NZD 7,500

NZD 175 / Daily
Based on 13 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 139 Average salary: NZD 175 Maximum: NZD 250

Minimum
NZD 139 Average salary
NZD 175 Maximum
NZD 250

NZD 33 / Hourly
Based on 13 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 26 Average salary: NZD 33 Maximum: NZD 47

Minimum
NZD 26 Average salary
NZD 33 Maximum
NZD 47

Salary data updated: June 2026

Salary of Machine Operator in New Zealand

Machine Operator

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 6 hours ago

Invercargill, New Zealand Downer Full-time

DescriptionWhat We OfferPermanent / Full-time position within the Utilities industry.Team focused culture working within...
Machine Operators

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 6 hours ago

NZ - Wellington New Zealand Wellington Looking out for people Full-time

We are currently seeking experienced Machine Operators to join our team in Wellington, NZ. Job...
Machine Operator

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 1 day ago

Auckland, North Island, New Zealand FMI Building Innovation Full-time

📍 Location: Mt Wellington, Auckland🔧 Position: Machine Operator⏰ Employment Type: Full-timeAt FMI Building...

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FAQ - Machine Operator

The average salary for Machine Operator is AUD63,167 per year in New Zealand. Salary estimates are based on 13 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Machine Operator in New Zealand.

The lowest salary of Machine Operator per year in New Zealand is AUD50,000

The highest salary for Machine Operator per year in New Zealand is AUD90,000

Data updated: June 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in New Zealand. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 13 job postings with salary.