Salary of Machine Operator in New Zealand 2026

How much does a Machine Operator earn?

NZD 71,617 / Annual
Based on 15 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 53,760 Average salary: NZD 71,617 Maximum: NZD 90,000

Minimum
NZD 53,760 Average salary
NZD 71,617 Maximum
NZD 90,000

NZD 5,968 / Monthly
Based on 15 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 4,480 Average salary: NZD 5,968 Maximum: NZD 7,500

Minimum
NZD 4,480 Average salary
NZD 5,968 Maximum
NZD 7,500

NZD 199 / Daily
Based on 15 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 149 Average salary: NZD 199 Maximum: NZD 250

Minimum
NZD 149 Average salary
NZD 199 Maximum
NZD 250

NZD 37 / Hourly
Based on 15 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 28 Average salary: NZD 37 Maximum: NZD 47

Minimum
NZD 28 Average salary
NZD 37 Maximum
NZD 47

Salary data updated: October 2026

Salary of Machine Operator in New Zealand

Machine Operator

Found at: Fantastic ATS - 1 day ago

Wairau Valley, Marlborough, New Zealand Vinarchy Full-time

About Us Formed in 2025 through the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, Vinarchy is a global wine...
Machine Operator

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 1 day ago

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand HR Connect Limited Full-time NZD 28 - NZD 32 Permanent

Company DescriptionJoin a Proudly New Zealand-Owned Manufacturer with Over 50 Years of Innovation. Bayonet is a...
Machine Operators

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 1 day ago

Auckland, New Zealand Total Recruitment Full-time NZD 25 Permanent

Thai Machine Operator Rate: $25.96ph + Holiday Pay + Time and Half + Double Time rates Hours: Monday to Friday 7am...

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FAQ - Machine Operator

The average salary for Machine Operator is AUD71,617 per year in New Zealand. Salary estimates are based on 15 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 AUD53,760

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

Data updated: October 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: 15 job postings with salary.