49 Lead jobs in New Zealand

We're on the lookout for an experienced Engineering Lead to join our factory team in ChristchurchEngineering Lead – Factory Mill (Day Shift) | Christchurch
We're on the lookout for an experienced Engineering Lead to join our factory team in Christchurch . This is a full-time, day shift role in a hands-on manufacturing environment where you'll take the lead on maintenance, upgrades, and improvements across machinery and operations.

About the Role: As Engineering Lead, you’ll be responsible for:

• Leading day-to-day engineering and maintenance activities
• Planning preventative maintenance schedules
• Troubleshooting breakdowns and overseeing repairs
• Driving efficiency improvements across equipment and processes
• Coordinating with production teams and contractors
• Keeping safety, quality, and compliance top of mind at all times

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong mechanical and/or electrical background
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Proven leadership skills and ability to manage priorities on the floor
• Someone practical, reliable, and safety-conscious

Location: Christchurch Shift: Day shift (Monday–Friday) Sound like you? Apply now and tell us:

• What experience you bring to the table
• When you're available to start
• What kind of pay you're looking for

We're keen to find the right person—if that’s you, we want to hear from you.
Email your CV and cover note to or apply online.

Position: Painter Lead

We are looking for a versatile and experienced Painter Lead with a strong background in carpentry and general building work. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who can manage painting projects while also contributing to construction and repair tasks. You’ll lead a team, ensure high-quality finishes, and support broader building work across residential and commercial sites 。

Job duties:

·    Discuss plans with relevant clients

·    Read blueprints/instructions and examine surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary

·    Make on-site preparations such as building scaffolding and ladders, covering fixtures etc.

·    Selecting the appropriate painting materials for different sites

·    Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting including cleaning, sanding and patching by removing old paint and wall paper, fixing holes and cracks, smoothing and sealing, etc.

·    Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture

·    Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools

·    Apply various paint finishes, including brush, rollers, spray application to interior and exterior surfaces

·    Match paint samples for touch up

·    Hanging wallpaper when required, trimming edges

·    Tidying up and cleaning the tools, equipment and the work areas

·    Take and adhere to all health and safety precautions, including working at heights

·    Work effectively with other tradespeople on the construction site

·    Lead and supervise painting crews on various job sites

·    Any other duties the employer reasonably may require employee to perform

Pay rate: minimum $32.00/hour   maximum $35.00/hour

Guaranteed hours of work per week:  minimum of 30 hours per week

Requirements for the job:

·    At least 2 years of r work experience as a professional painter

·    Strong knowledge of surface preparation paint application method, painting materials   and painting skills, also using painting tools

·    Have a positive attitude

·    Be Reliable and punctual

·    Ability to work independently and as part of team

·    Ability to manage multiple tasks

·    Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

·    Ability to work in various conditions including heights

·    Be physically fit

·    Full time availability, may works on weekends

·    Valid New Zealand driver’s license and reliable transportation

·    No criminal record

·    Candidates need to be NZ citizens/residents

We're on the lookout for an experienced Engineering Lead to join our factory team in ChristchurchEngineering Lead – Factory Mill (Day Shift) | Christchurch
We're on the lookout for an experienced Engineering Lead to join our factory team in Christchurch . This is a full-time, day shift role in a hands-on manufacturing environment where you'll take the lead on maintenance, upgrades, and improvements across machinery and operations.

About the Role: As Engineering Lead, you’ll be responsible for:

• Leading day-to-day engineering and maintenance activities
• Planning preventative maintenance schedules
• Troubleshooting breakdowns and overseeing repairs
• Driving efficiency improvements across equipment and processes
• Coordinating with production teams and contractors
• Keeping safety, quality, and compliance top of mind at all times

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong mechanical and/or electrical background
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Proven leadership skills and ability to manage priorities on the floor
• Someone practical, reliable, and safety-conscious

Location: Christchurch Shift: Day shift (Monday–Friday) Sound like you? Apply now and tell us:

• What experience you bring to the table
• When you're available to start
• What kind of pay you're looking for

We're keen to find the right person—if that’s you, we want to hear from you.
Email your CV and cover note to or apply online.

Teknique, a Resideo company, is a global leader in edge-based, artificial-intelligence-enabled video camera development and solutions. Based in Auckland, New Zealand, our advanced platforms enable computer vision solutions and edge artificial intelligence for leading global brands and Fortune 500 companies across a range of industries.
We are looking for a System Engineering Lead to join our R&D team developing advanced video products for security and safety applications. You'll be creating a new range of products to develop and drive forward-thinking, innovative, quality software and hardware solutions that will reimagine and enhance the way we interact with our homes and businesses.
Additionally, this is your opportunity to showcase your leadership aptitude as you mentor and provide direction to others and drive results with the product roadmap, efficiency, and budgets as a driving force. Beyond developing leading edge video solutions, this is a unique chance to drive Teknique and Resideo to accomplish their mission to "Protect What Matters Most" while bringing innovation to the way we live.
**SUMMARY:**
This position will be responsible for overseeing technical developments on Resideo's next generation video products. The System Engineering Lead will work closely with internal teams - including leads from the hardware, software and firmware - to provide overall management and oversight of the technical challenges and issues throughout the product development cycle. The System Engineering Lead will be partnered with a Project Manager and Product Manager and will provide the technical leadership to make the program a success. The System Engineering Lead is not expected to be a subject matter expert in all areas, but they are expected to understand the technical challenges at a high level and be very good at interfacing with the various technical teams to ensure every challenge has a path to success. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in developing products and have a good working knowledge of major engineering disciplines (electrical, mechanical, software, firmware), a deep knowledge in at least one discipline and possesses great leadership and communications skills.
**JOB DUTIES:**
+ Working with Product Management to understand the product market requirements.
+ Working with the technical teams to put together product requirements in response to the marketing document.
+ Overall lead for all technical aspects of product development from concept to mass production.
+ Working with project management and product management as the key core team product leaders.
+ Determining technical development gate exit criteria/readiness.
+ Reviews, evaluates, and clearly summarizes product technical status, related trade-offs, risks and recommendations.
+ Sharing best practices for development, particularly cross functional technical dependencies.
+ Assisting in facilitating strong communication and contribute to building a high-performance team.
+ Upholding and enhancing the Teknique brand and reputation.
**YOU MUST HAVE:**
+ 5+ years of management/technical leadership experience
+ 5+ years of hands-on industry experience - ideally developing hardware/software products
**WE VALUE:**
+ Ability to think strategically and proactively find solutions
+ Ability to drive the solution development and release process
+ Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
+ Strong technical skills and the ability to learn new information quickly
+ Program/project management, team management or technical lead experience in a product company
+ Good working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, software/firmware engineering disciplines
+ Success in bringing consumer electronics products to market from conception to production
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:**
+ Opportunity to develop new products and video solutions from scratch
+ Work with a collaborative, high-performing team
+ Build high-volume products selling to millions of homes
+ Work on building a range of products with long-term plans
+ Have a global impact that will help drive a world, where people are healthy, happy, safe, and secure
+ Benefits package including health insurance and Employee Assistance Plan
#LI-HYBRID
Resideo is a $6.76 billion global manufacturer, developer, and distributor of technology-driven sensing and control solutions that help homeowners and businesses stay connected and in control of their comfort, security, energy use, and smart living. We focus on the professional channel, serving over 100,000 contractors, installers, dealers, and integrators across the HVAC, security, fire, electrical, and home comfort markets. Our products are found in more than 150 million residential and commercial spaces worldwide, with tens of millions of new devices sold annually. Trusted brands like Honeywell Home, First Alert, and Resideo power connected living for over 12.8 million customers through our Products & Solutions segment. Our ADI | Snap One segment spans 200+ stocking locations in 17 countries, offering a catalog of over 500,000 products from more than 1,000 manufacturers. With a global team of more than 14,000 employees, we offer the opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-growing, purpose-driven industry. Learn more at Resideo, we bring together diverse individuals to build the future of homes. Resideo is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. For more information on applicable U.S. equal employment regulations, refer to the If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, please use Contact Us form for assistance.

What makes Cognizant a unique place to work? The combination of rapid growth and an international and innovative environment! This is creating many opportunities for people like YOU - people with an entrepreneurial spirit who want to make a difference in this world.
At Cognizant, together with your colleagues from all around the world, you will collaborate on creating solutions for the world's leading companies and help them become more flexible, more innovative, and successful. Moreover, this is your chance to be part of the success story.
**Job Summary:**
We're looking for a highly experienced MuleSoft Tech Lead to join our team and take ownership of key integration work across a complex enterprise environment. The role involves leading technical delivery using MuleSoft, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and secure integrations across multiple systems. You'll work closely with a distributed team and provide both technical leadership and strategic direction, while also being hands-on with solution design and development.
In your first few weeks in this Lead role, you can expect to:
+ Lead the design, development, and delivery of integration solutions using MuleSoft
+ Provide strategic guidance on best practices, patterns, and long-term use of the MuleSoft platform
+ Work within a multi-technology environment and contribute to architectural decisions
+ Collaborate with stakeholders to gather integration requirements and design scalable solutions
+ Support CI/CD processes and ensure consistent deployment standards
+ Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, ensuring performance, security, and reliability
+ Mentor team members and set technical standards for MuleSoft development
+ Contribute to transition and handover activities from the outgoing lead
+ Work closely with offshore teams to ensure successful, aligned delivery
To apply for this role, your soft skills, expertise and experience should include:
+ Strong hands-on experience with MuleSoft for developing and managing integration solutions
+ Proven ability to define and implement strategy for the use of MuleSoft in enterprise environments
+ Experience designing and delivering RESTful APIs and managing the API lifecycle
+ Solid understanding of RAML, SOAP, data transformation, and integration best practices
+ Comfortable working in complex enterprise environments with multiple integration technologies
+ Good working knowledge of Java, Spring Boot, and API gateways
+ Exposure to or familiarity with other Enterprise Service Buses (ESBs) is advantageous
+ Experience with CI/CD tooling (e.g., Jenkins, Git) and cloud deployments
+ Strong communication skills and experience leading distributed teams
**Next Steps:** If you feel this opportunity suits you, or Cognizant is the type of organization you would like to join, we want to have a conversation with you! Please apply directly with us.
For a complete list of open opportunities with Cognizant, visit . Cognizant is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a background check
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

**Company Description**
_"Business and technical acumen are valued attributes, where people are given the freedom and encouragement to work in areas that are not only their strengths but also explore other areas of interest." -_ **_Dominique Keirens, Technical Director - Water_**
**Come grow with us.**
AECOM has been a leader in water system services across ANZ for decades, focusing on innovation and emerging technologies. We specialise in asset management and offer comprehensive planning, design, and construction for water infrastructure. From irrigation to raw water assets, we optimize efficiency, increase ROI, and reduce costs. Trusted by municipal water companies, we ensure safe drinking water, sanitation, and environmental protection. Our solutions-ranging from urban flood protection to hydroelectricity-help create climate-resilient, water-sensitive cities that benefit both people and the planet.
**Everyone belongs at AECOM**
We're committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a **Fortune 500 Most Admired Company** , a **WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality** , **Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner** and an **AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer** .
**Job Description**
**How you'll make a difference**
+ Develop and implement innovative process engineering strategies and solutions for water and wastewater treatment projects.
+ Oversee the design, simulation and optimisation of treatment processes
+ Provide guidance on technical challenges and solutions, including advanced process technologies and sustainability practices.
+ Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by understanding their challenges and delivering tailored solutions.
**Qualifications**
**The qualities that help you thrive**
+ Relevant tertiary degree
+ Extensive years of relevant experience in the wastewater treatment industry at Senior level
+ Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, technologies and environmental regulations in Australia and New Zealand
+ Proficiency in process engineering, data analysis, and strong analytical/problem-solving skills.
+ Proven leadership and mentoring experience with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
**Additional Information**
**Why you'll love working with us**
+ Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
+ Volunteer and representation leave
+ Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
+ Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave and global career opportunities
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
**Learn more about life at AECOM:** LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
_AECOM is a company that thinks and acts globally, sharing work across the Australia and New Zealand and the globe; experience working in a workshare environment will be advantageous._
#Work180
**About AECOM**
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
**What makes AECOM a great place to work**
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J10126200
**Business Line:** Water
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** ANZ
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** On-Site
**Legal Entity:** AECOM New Zealand Limited

AgileEngine is a top-ranking provider of software solutions to Fortune 500, Global 500, and Future 50 companies. Listed on Inc. 5000 among the fastest-growing US companies, we are always open to talented software, UX, and data experts in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

If you like a challenging environment where you’re working with the best and are encouraged to learn and experiment daily, there’s no better place — guaranteed! :)

What you will do

Work on pipeline changes to move between CI-CD systems;

Augment pipelines to deliver software bits into GCP;

PoC scale topologies in GCP with containerized edge products;

Internal tooling – Webhooks for pipeline notifications.

Must haves 

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

5+ years of experience working with Python.

Experience with Pytest.

Experience in Networking/Test development for network products, including TCP/IP and routing protocols.

Experience dealing with pipelines and CI/CD automation.

Proficient knowledge of container technologies and strong experience applying containers to build pipelines.

Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins (preferred), GitLab CI/CD, CircleCI, or Travis CI.

Strong understanding of software packaging and versioning concepts.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Experience with agile development methodologies is advantageous.

Experience with CICD Automation & internal tooling

Upper-intermediate English level.

Nice to haves

Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible is a plus;

Experience/Exposure to Google Cloud services.

The benefits of joining us

Professional growth

Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.

Competitive compensation

We match your ever-growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.

A selection of exciting projects

Join projects with modern solutions development and top-tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.

Flextime

Tailor your schedule for an optimal work-life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office – whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.

AgileEngine is a top-ranking provider of software solutions to Fortune 500, Global 500, and Future 50 companies. Listed on Inc. 5000 among the fastest-growing US companies, we are always open to talented software, UX, and data experts in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

If you like a challenging environment where you’re working with the best and are encouraged to learn and experiment daily, there’s no better place — guaranteed! :)

What you will do

Work on pipeline changes to move between CI-CD systems;

Augment pipelines to deliver software bits into GCP;

PoC scale topologies in GCP with containerized edge products;

Internal tooling – Webhooks for pipeline notifications.

Must haves 

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

5+ years of experience working with Python.

Experience with Pytest.

Experience in Networking/Test development for network products, including TCP/IP and routing protocols.

Experience dealing with pipelines and CI/CD automation.

Proficient knowledge of container technologies and strong experience applying containers to build pipelines.

Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins (preferred), GitLab CI/CD, CircleCI, or Travis CI.

Strong understanding of software packaging and versioning concepts.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Experience with agile development methodologies is advantageous.

Experience with CICD Automation & internal tooling

Upper-intermediate English level.

Nice to haves

Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible is a plus;

Experience/Exposure to Google Cloud services.

The benefits of joining us

Professional growth

Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.

Competitive compensation

We match your ever-growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.

A selection of exciting projects

Join projects with modern solutions development and top-tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.

Flextime

Tailor your schedule for an optimal work-life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office – whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.

AgileEngine is a top-ranking provider of software solutions to Fortune 500, Global 500, and Future 50 companies. Listed on Inc. 5000 among the fastest-growing US companies, we are always open to talented software, UX, and data experts in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

If you like a challenging environment where you’re working with the best and are encouraged to learn and experiment daily, there’s no better place — guaranteed! :)

What you will do

Work on pipeline changes to move between CI-CD systems;

Augment pipelines to deliver software bits into GCP;

PoC scale topologies in GCP with containerized edge products;

Internal tooling – Webhooks for pipeline notifications.

Must haves 

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

5+ years of experience working with Python.

Experience with Pytest.

Experience in Networking/Test development for network products, including TCP/IP and routing protocols.

Experience dealing with pipelines and CI/CD automation.

Proficient knowledge of container technologies and strong experience applying containers to build pipelines.

Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins (preferred), GitLab CI/CD, CircleCI, or Travis CI.

Strong understanding of software packaging and versioning concepts.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Experience with agile development methodologies is advantageous.

Experience with CICD Automation & internal tooling

Upper-intermediate English level.

Nice to haves

Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible is a plus;

Experience/Exposure to Google Cloud services.

The benefits of joining us

Professional growth

Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.

Competitive compensation

We match your ever-growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.

A selection of exciting projects

Join projects with modern solutions development and top-tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.

Flextime

Tailor your schedule for an optimal work-life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office – whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.