50% of professionals earn between $109,000 - $197,000 NZD
The median salary is $154,000
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The average salary for a Machine Operator in New Zealand is NZD 109,000 - NZD 197,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 153,500 per year, based on 1,104 active job listings.
The cities with the most Machine Operator job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Dunedin, Invercargill. Auckland leads with 259 job openings.
Leading employers for Machine Operator roles in New Zealand include Downer, InterGroup, Rotorua Lakes Council, Reliance Recruitment Manukau, AWF New Zealand.
Explore 1,104 Machine Operator job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.