Hiring decisions in 2026 start with the right data
As organisations across New Zealand plan for 2026, salary clarity has become a critical part of their workforce and remuneration strategy.
The Kinetic Recruitment Salary Insights Guide for 2025/26 brings together current salary benchmarks across New Zealand and Australia, providing a clear view of what roles are paying now and how employment markets are evolving.
A practical guide for employers and job seekers
Kinetic Recruitment supports organisations and professionals across a wide range of industries and role types, from operational and technical positions through to professional, corporate, and leadership roles.
Whether you are planning workforce requirements, reviewing pay structures, or preparing for your next career move, understanding current salary benchmarks is key to making informed decisions. This guide provides a practical snapshot of real market rates to support confident planning.
What’s inside the 2025/26 Salary Insights Guide
The guide includes up-to-date salary data drawn from live recruitment activity across New Zealand and insights contributed through the HOBAN Recruitment Group.
The guide spans a broad range of sectors, including:
Manufacturing and operations
Professional and corporate roles
Trades and technical roles
Transport and logistics
Health and care
Contact centre and customer service
Sales, marketing, and business support
Executive, leadership, and senior management roles
Bilingual and multilingual workforce roles
This breadth makes the guide a valuable reference for organisations hiring across multiple functions and for professionals assessing opportunities across New Zealand’s employment market.
Why use the Kinetic Recruitment Salary Insights Guide
New Zealand’s employment market continues to change. This guide helps you:
Benchmark roles against current New Zealand market rates
Plan workforce budgets and remuneration reviews with greater confidence
Understand emerging skills demand and hiring trends
Support career progression through realistic salary expectations and market insight
Whether you are hiring talent or planning your next career move, the 2025/26 guide provides the clarity needed to move forward with confidence.
