How much does a Chemical Engineer earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Chemical Engineer in New Zealand ranges from NZD 107,500 to NZD 113,750 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 98 job listings

Salary Guide

Chemical Engineer Salary in New Zealand

Based on 98 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$107,500 - $113,750

Median salary

$107,500 - $113,750

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$81K

25th percentile$101K

Median$108K

75th percentile$114K

90th percentile$131K

50% of professionals earn between $101,250 - $113,750 NZD

The median salary is $107,500

Top cities

Auckland28 job openings

Christchurch24 job openings

Top companies hiring

Jacobs8

TRS Staffing Solutions7

Aurecon5

Technical Recruitment Solutions2

Halter1

MSD Malaysia1

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Chemical Engineer

98 job openings

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The average salary for a Chemical Engineer in New Zealand is NZD 107,500 - NZD 113,750 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 110,625 per year, based on 98 active job listings.

The cities with the most Chemical Engineer job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Upper Hutt, Longburn. Auckland leads with 28 job openings.

Leading employers for Chemical Engineer roles in New Zealand include Jacobs, TRS Staffing Solutions, Aurecon, Technical Recruitment Solutions, Halter.

Explore 98 Chemical Engineer job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.