Designs, configures, and maintains computer networks, including routers, switches, and firewalls. Monitors performance, troubleshoots faults, and plans capacity. The backbone of connectivity for New Zealand organisations. The role suits engineers who enjoy deep, methodical troubleshooting and careful attention to detail in design. Experience with major vendors and a solid grasp of security fundamentals open the door to senior network roles. The network is the foundation of almost everything else, so careful change control is a constant. Engineers who pair deep technical work with good communication are the ones promoted to senior and architecture roles.

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Total Remuneration Range

Base salary + bonuses, based on 1 submissions

Minimum Wage
$49,816
Living Wage
$62,192
Median
$112,000
90th Percentile
$112,000
Minimum Wage
$23.95/hr
$49,816/year
2.2×
This role pays 2.2 times the minimum wage
+125%
Living Wage
$29.90/hr
$62,192/year
1.8×
This role pays 1.8 times the living wage
+80%
National Wage Percentile
$112,000
median salary for this role
Top 16.6%
This role's median is higher than 83.4% of all NZ wage/salary earners
470,410 earners at or above this salary
Source: IRD Wage & Salary Distributions — March 2026

Common questions about Network Engineer pay

Based on 1 anonymous submissions

What is the median salary for Network Engineer in New Zealand?

Across 1 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Network Engineer in New Zealand is $112,000 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $112,000 (10th percentile) to $112,000 (90th percentile).

How does Network Engineer pay compare with NZ wage benchmarks?

A full-time median of $112,000 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 Network Engineer earn at each experience level?

Median pay by experience: Senior (6-9 Yrs) $108,000.

Most Common Perks

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  • Flexible Working Hours 100%
    • KiwiSaver Match > 3% 100%
      • Annual Performance Bonus 100%
        • Remote / Hybrid WFH 0%
          • Health Insurance 0%
            • Extra Annual Leave (5+ Weeks) 0%

Pay by Experience Level

Median salary progression

Senior (6-9 Yrs)
$108,000

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$112,000
Wellington 6 - 9 years (Senior) Sep 2026

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