Salary of Machine Operator in New Zealand


NZD 61,400 / Annual
Based on 11 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 61,400
Maximum
NZD 90,000

Salary data updated: May 2026

Salary of Machine Operator in New Zealand

  • Machine Operator

    Found at: Fantastic ATS - 3 weeks ago


    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand foodstuffs Full-time

    ABOUT THE ROLE: We currently have a permanent full-time vacancy in our Wigram operations team for an experienced...

  • Machine Operator

    Found at: TheirStack NZ - 2 days ago


    Penrose, AUK, New Zealand Pacific Coilcoaters Full-time

    Production Operator (Permanent) ColorCote® | Fletcher Building ColorCote® is one of New Zealand’s market leaders...

  • Machine Operator

    Found at: TheirStack NZ - 2 days ago


    Auckland CBD, New Zealand Tradestaff Full-time NZD 80,000 - NZD 100,000

    Die SetterCentral Auckland $40-$50 per hour **Immediate start | Ongoing Opportunity** **Tradestaff** is...

FAQ - Machine Operator

The average salary for Machine Operator is AUD61,400 per year in New Zealand. Salary estimates are based on 11 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: May 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: 11 job postings with salary.