Captain Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jul 2026

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Glacier Explorers - Skipper Guide

This is a Contract/Temp job

$28 - $32 p/h + Affordable rent + Staff Benefits

Affordable Rent where one can actually save
Amazing Staff Benefits
Get to work and Live in Aoraki/ Mount Cook National Park

Glacier Explorers Skippers deliver a unique experience, guiding small passenger boats to take guests close to stunning glacier landscapes.

subClassification: Tour GuidesTour Guides classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Operations Team Leader

at Ocius

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hillcrest, Auckland

Take ownership of and grow Ocius in New Zealand
Unique potential to set up an entire maintenance and ops facility
Deliver maintenance for a capability already making an impact

Build the Ocius New Zealand operational presence and deliver market-leading uncrewed capability to RNZN

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

13d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Fishing Charter Skipper

at Snapper Fishing Charters

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$45 – $50 per hour

Fishing Charter Skipper

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Onboard Service Crew (Summer - fixed term, part time)

at Fullers Group Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$27.80 per hour

$27.80 hourly + free ferry travel, uniform provided
Auckland CBD location
Opportunity to gain invaluable work experience with beautiful water views

Be part of our 2026–2027 summer crew! Opportunities from early October to end of April.

subClassification: Bar & Beverage StaffBar & Beverage Staff classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

6d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

MSC / Marine Maintenance / USV Maintenance

at Ocius

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Drive maintenance for a leadingdefence-focussed uncrewed capability
Rare opportunity to become a foundational team member
2 x Fixed Term roles available

Be a foundational member of Ocius NZ and expand your career to involve maintaining USVs alongside RNZN whilst gaining hands-on experience in Australia

subClassification: Maintenance & Handyperson ServicesMaintenance & Handyperson Services classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

16d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Mate – Scampi Vessel (Mate Fishing Vessel or Skipper Coastal Offshore)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Flights paid for within NZ every trip

Rare opportunity to join Sanford's offshore scampi fleet as a Mate. 6 weeks on/off, travel covered, career growth at sea

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

12d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Dogman/Rigger

at Tas Marine Construction Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gulf Harbour, Auckland

$35 – $40 per hour

Be a part of the Gulf Harbour Marina Refurb. Competitive salary, career growth, overtime and benefits.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

22d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Mate – Scampi Vessel (Mate Fishing Vessel or Skipper Coastal Offshore)

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Flights paid for within NZ every trip

Rare opportunity to join Sanford's offshore scampi fleet as a Mate. 6 weeks on/off, travel covered, career growth at sea.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Qualified Deck Hand (QFD)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Structured 6–12 week rotations with time at home between trips

As a Qualified Deckhand, you'll be hands-on ensuring smooth operations on deck, working across our fleet of vessels located in Timaru or Tauranga.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Meal Plant Operator - Longliner Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

6–7 week on/off rotation – Enjoy extended time at home between voyages
Hands-on technical role – Operate and maintain the onboard fish meal plant
Unique offshore career – Work aboard a deep-sea longline vessel

Operate and maintain the fish meal plant aboard our longline vessel. Enjoy a 6–7 week on/off rotation and unique offshore lifestyleent

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Tour Guide-Must Have P Class Licence Endorsement

at Auckland Scenic Tours

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Tour Guide to join our Auckland Team

subClassification: Tour GuidesTour Guides classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

3d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Marine Construction Worker

at Tas Marine Construction Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gulf Harbour, Auckland

$30 – $35 per hour

Be a part of the Gulf Harbour Marina Refurb. Competitive salary, career growth, overtime and benefits.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

22d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Marine Electrician

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosedale, Auckland

Competitive hourly rates - PAYE or GST

Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career prospects
Work on premium custom aluminium boats in a modern Auckland workshop
Excellent opportunity for career progression into senior or supervisory roles

Join a leading boat builder installing and commissioning marine electrical systems.

Recruited byEwen Morgan

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Deep Sea Fishing Crew - Seafood Processing (Independent Contractor)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Remote)

Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Work approximately 6–12 weeks at sea before returning home between voyages

Earn year-round while typically only working 6–8 months. Work 6–12 weeks on/6 weeks off with meals, Wi-Fi and a unique career at sea

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

11d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Construction Supervisor: Pacific Islands

at Tradestaff Global

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

3-month Fixed Term Contract with Extension Potential.
Expand Your Overseas Experience
Salary NZ$130K – $160K PA, experience dependent.

Construction Supervisor for a Pacific Islands project wanted. Site close-out, defects, HSE and team supervision experience required.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors classification: Construction(Construction)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Cook/Chef - Deepsea Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Travel covered – Flights to and from Timaru are arranged and paid for by Sanford
6-7 week on/off rotation – Enjoy extended time at home between voyages.
Unique offshore role – Cook aboard a deep-sea longline vessel.

Cook hearty meals for up to 26 crew aboard our longline vessel. Enjoy a 6–7 week on/off rotation, with flights to Timaru included.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

4d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Boat Builders

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devonport, Auckland

PAYE or GST rates available

Competitive Rates on Offer PAYE or GST
Immediate start + Potential to extend
North Shore Location

Experienced Boat builders needed for work on naval and commercial ships, barges, and yachts. Temp contract with strong potential to extend.

Recruited byScott Hutton

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Cook/Chef - Deepsea Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Travel covered – Flights to and from Timaru are arranged and paid for by Sanford
Flights covered – Travel to and from Timaru is arranged and paid for each trip.
Unique offshore role – Cook aboard a deep-sea longline vessel.

Cook hearty meals for up to 26 crew aboard our longline vessel. Enjoy a 6–7 week on/off rotation, with flights to Timaru included.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Deep Sea Fishing Crew - Seafood Processing (Independent Contractor)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman(Remote)

Structured 6–12 week rotations with time at home between trips
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard

Earn year-round while typically only working 6–8 months. Work 6–12 weeks on/6 weeks off with meals, Wi-Fi and a unique career at sea

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Emergency Management Advisor - Readiness

at Waimakariri District Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rangiora, Canterbury

Competitive remuneration

Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
Join a supportive, values-driven organisation
Make a difference in the community

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) team to help make a difference across the Waimakariri District.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Marine Engineers - Deepwater Fishing Vessels

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Trip on - Trip off rotation - all travel paid for!

As a Marine Engineer, you'll play a vital role in keeping our vessels running at their best. Working aboard scampi vessels, trawlers, or longliners.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Supervisor (Fixed-Term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Warkworth, Auckland

Manage a team of Rangers working on conservation of New Zealand's rarest endemic
Salary range $80,695 to $101,951 depending on skills and experience.
Full time fixed-term role September 2026 - March 2027 flexible working available

New Zealand Fairy Tern/ Tara iti is New Zealand's rarest endemic breeding bird

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Meal Plant Operator - Longliner Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman

6–7 week on/off rotation – Enjoy extended time at home between voyages
Unique offshore career – Work aboard a deep-sea longline vessel
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!

Operate and maintain the fish meal plant aboard our longline vessel. Enjoy a 6–7 week on/off rotation and unique offshore lifestyleent

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Cook/Chef - Deepsea Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

6–7 week on/off rotation – Enjoy extended time at home between voyages
Travel covered – Flights to and from Timaru are arranged and paid for by Sanford
Unique offshore role – Cook aboard a deep-sea longline vessel

Cook hearty meals for up to 26 crew aboard our longline vessel. Enjoy a 6–7 week on/off rotation, with flights to Timaru included.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Deep Sea Fishing Crew - Seafood Processing (Independent Contractor)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury(Remote)

Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard
Structured 6–12 week rotations with time at home between trips
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!

Earn year-round while typically only working 6–8 months. Work 6–12 weeks on/6 weeks off with meals, Wi-Fi and a unique career at sea

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Meal Plant Operator - Longliner Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

6–7 week on/off rotation – Enjoy extended time at home between voyages
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Unique offshore career – Work aboard a deep-sea longline vessel

Operate and maintain the fish meal plant aboard our longline vessel. Enjoy a 6–7 week on/off rotation and unique offshore lifestyleent

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Ranger/Project Lead Biodiversity (Fixed Term)

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dargaville, Northland

Lead the coordination & delivery of DOC's Sea Spurge Management Programme
Be a part of meaningful initiatives that help protect Aotearoa
Fixed term, full-time opportunity through to June 2027

Drive the delivery of operational initiatives that support conservation outcomes across our region.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

3d ago

Listed seventeen days ago