50% of professionals earn between $72,000 - $150,000 NZD
The median salary is $140,000
The average salary for a Chemical Engineer in New Zealand is NZD 72,000 - NZD 150,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 125,500 per year, based on 97 active job listings.
The cities with the most Chemical Engineer job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Christchurch, Upper Hutt, Wellington, Gisborne. Auckland leads with 23 job openings.
Leading employers for Chemical Engineer roles in New Zealand include Jobtailor, WSP Australia, Ballance Agri-Nutrients, MSD, TRS Staffing Solutions.
Explore 97 Chemical Engineer job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.