50% of professionals earn between $42,500 - $74,500 NZD
The median salary is $59,500
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The average salary for a Welder in New Zealand is NZD 42,500 - NZD 74,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 59,000 per year, based on 1,320 active job listings.
The cities with the most Welder job opportunities in New Zealand are Christchurch, Auckland, Wellington, Tauranga, Hamilton. Christchurch leads with 198 job openings.
Leading employers for Welder roles in New Zealand include IMG, MCCANNICS LIMITED, Te Pari Group, Tradestaff New Zealand, Reliance Recruitment Manukau.
Explore 1,320 Welder job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.