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HVAC Technician Salary in New Zealand

HVAC technicians install and repair heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems. The New Zealand median is $66,213 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$66,213
per year
Monthly (national)
$5,527
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$66,213
Manukau, NZ
Hourly (national)
$31.83
varies by city

HVAC Technician salary by city in New Zealand

CityPer year
Manukau, NZ$66,213
Hamilton, NZ$66,213
Tauranga, NZ$66,213
Dunedin, NZ$66,213
Lower Hutt, NZ$66,213
Wellington, NZ$48,191
Auckland, NZ$46,637
Christchurch, NZ$43,240

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a hvac technician make in New Zealand?
The national median hvac technician salary in New Zealand is about $115,000 per year ($9,600 per month). Across 8 cities, pay ranges from about $75,100 to $115,000.
Which New Zealand city pays hvac technicians the most?
Manukau, NZ pays the most at about $115,000 per year.
Which New Zealand city pays hvac technicians the least?
Among cities we cover, Christchurch, NZ is on the lower end at about $75,100 per year for a hvac technician.
What is the typical salary range for a hvac technician in New Zealand?
Across New Zealand cities we cover, hvac technician pay commonly spans from about $53,100 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $155,500 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many New Zealand cities have hvac technician salary data?
Pay by Role publishes hvac technician pay for 8 cities in New Zealand, all shown in NZD.
Is hvac technician in demand in New Zealand?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +9% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter.