How much does a Welder earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Welder in New Zealand ranges from NZD 38,050 to NZD 50,825 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,218 job listings

Salary Guide

Welder Salary in New Zealand

Based on 1,218 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$38,050 - $50,825

Median salary

$38,050 - $50,825

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$20K

25th percentile$25K

Median$38K

75th percentile$51K

90th percentile$58K

50% of professionals earn between $25,275 - $50,825 NZD

The median salary is $38,050

Top cities

Christchurch176 job openings

Auckland116 job openings

Wellington85 job openings

Tauranga63 job openings

Hamilton43 job openings

Invercargill31 job openings

Dunedin20 job openings

New Plymouth20 job openings

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Welder

1,218 job openings

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The average salary for a Welder in New Zealand is NZD 38,050 - NZD 50,825 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 44,438 per year, based on 1,218 active job listings.

The cities with the most Welder job opportunities in New Zealand are Christchurch, Auckland, Wellington, Tauranga, Hamilton. Christchurch leads with 176 job openings.

Explore 1,218 Welder job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.