Geologist: Average Salary in New Zealand, 2026

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How much does a Geologist make in New Zealand?

$102,500/ Annual
Based on 42 salaries

The average Geologist in New Zealand is $102,500 per year or $52.56 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $85,000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $151,078 per year.

Median$102,500

Low$85,000

High$151,078

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Geophysicist & AI Validator — Remote & Flexible

DataAnnotationworkfromhome, New Zealand

A leading AI development company is seeking experienced quantitative professionals to join their remote team.You'll evaluate AI-generated quantitative analyses and design solutions for training AI ...Show more

Pathway Educator: Geography & History, Paper Coordinator

University of OtagoNew Zealand

A leading New Zealand university is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher to join its Pathway team in Dunedin.This full-time, permanent role involves delivering curriculum in Geography, History, and Inte...Show more

Wanaka Survey Manager | Lead Cadastral & Engineering Projects

Davis Ogilvie and Partners LtdNew Zealand

A leading South Island consultancy seeks a Survey Manager for its new office in Wānaka.The successful candidate will lead surveying projects throughout Central Otago, manage complex cadastral and e...Show more

Customer Solutions Specialist – Civil / Geotechnical / Geology

Seequent LimitedNew Zealand

Customer Solutions Specialist (Geotechnical Engineer) - Civil.Customer Solutions Specialist (Geotechnical Engineer) - Civil.At Seequent, we help organisations to understand the underground, giving ...Show more