Leads operations at a mine or quarry, overseeing production, safety, and compliance under mining regulations. Manages staff, budgets, and environmental responsibilities. Requires a high level of accountability in NZ resource operations. The role involves careful planning, strong leadership, and day-to-day ownership of safety outcomes on site. Licensing under New Zealand mining regulations and relevant operational experience are required for this level of responsibility. The position sits at the top of site accountability, so communication with the crew matters every day. Careers build slowly here, with each year of safe operation adding real weight to a manager's record.

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Total Remuneration Range

Base salary + bonuses, based on 1 submissions

Minimum Wage
$49,816
Living Wage
$62,192
Median
$103,000
90th Percentile
$103,000
Minimum Wage
$23.95/hr
$49,816/year
2.1×
This role pays 2.1 times the minimum wage
+107%
Living Wage
$29.90/hr
$62,192/year
1.7×
This role pays 1.7 times the living wage
+66%
National Wage Percentile
$103,000
median salary for this role
Top 20.4%
This role's median is higher than 79.6% of all NZ wage/salary earners
579,010 earners at or above this salary
Source: IRD Wage & Salary Distributions — March 2026

Common questions about Mine / Quarry Manager pay

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What is the median salary for Mine / Quarry Manager in New Zealand?

Across 1 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Mine / Quarry Manager in New Zealand is $103,000 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $103,000 (10th percentile) to $103,000 (90th percentile).

How does Mine / Quarry Manager pay compare with NZ wage benchmarks?

A full-time median of $103,000 per year compares with the NZ minimum wage of $49,816 per year and the living wage of $62,192 per year.

What does a Mine / Quarry Manager earn at each experience level?

Median pay by experience: Lead (10+ Yrs) $95,000.

Most Common Perks

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Pay by Experience Level

Median salary progression

Lead (10+ Yrs)
$95,000

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$103,000
Other Regional NZ 10+ years (Lead / Principal) Sep 2026

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