Rare Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Rare foundation leadership opportunity for an entrepreneurial academic leader

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

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Listed four hours ago

Project Administration & Finance Coordinator (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

at Tonkin & Taylor Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

12-month parental cover opportunity
Open to locations across New Zealand
Rare opportunity to join a fun, close-knit team who genuinely enjoy work

12-month parental cover opportunity
Open to locations across New Zealand
Rare opportunity to join a fun, close-knit team who genuinely enjoy work

Rare opportunity to join our close-knit Project Controls team,

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

4h ago

Listed eight days ago

Lead Building Inspector Pre-Purchase / Pre-Sale + Future Business opportunities

at Inspected Residential Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$140 – $180 per hour

Be more than an inspector — help build the business and run your own team
Tech based company that focuses on efficient and effective processes
Backed by proven systems, templates, processes and automations

Be more than an inspector — help build the business and run your own team
Tech based company that focuses on efficient and effective processes
Backed by proven systems, templates, processes and automations

Help launch Inspected Residential Auckland as our lead inspector, with strong income potential, future business and stakeholder opportunities.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed four hours ago

Engineering / Trades Assistant

at excudo

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

Launch your mechanical engineering career with a hands-on role assisting our hydro power specialist team.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4h ago

Listed five days ago

Head of School, Community and Public Health

at Auckland University Of Technology

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

NZD $180,000 - $245,000 per annum

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Rare foundation leadership opportunity for an entrepreneurial academic leader

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Vet Nurse | Ellerslie Vet Clinic

at VetPartners - New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland

Established Community Reputation
Super supportive team & wider network
Fantastic Benefits & Discounts including Fitness Passport!

Established Community Reputation
Super supportive team & wider network
Fantastic Benefits & Discounts including Fitness Passport!

Here at Ellerslie Vet Clinic, we have a rare opportunity for an experienced Vet Nurse to join our team! Working 40 hours per week on a 12-month FTC.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

15d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Designer (AI led)

at Shuttlerock Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman

A rare opportunity to help shape how AI becomes part of the creative process inside a global creative production company.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Communications Advisor

at Fulton Hogan

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blenheim, Marlborough

Great opportunity to join a reputable business within the Civil sector!
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Fantastic benefits including fuel discounts

Great opportunity to join a reputable business within the Civil sector!
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Fantastic benefits including fuel discounts

Are you an experienced Communications whizz, looking for a challenge? A rare opportunity to work on a high profile project with a high achieving team!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

People & Culture Coordinator - 12 month fixed term

at vtnz

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

65K - 75K

Diverse, friendly and fun team
Located in the heart of Wellington CBD
Flexible working arrangements

Diverse, friendly and fun team
Located in the heart of Wellington CBD
Flexible working arrangements

Are you an P&C Coordinator super star? We have a rare and exciting opportunity for you to join our fun and engaging team.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

22d ago

Listed nine days ago

Art Tutor for Kids Wanted - Training Provided! East Auckland

at Art Academy

This is a Contract/Temp job

Botany Downs, Auckland

$40 – $50 per hour

Turn your passion for art into something meaningful. Join us and inspire the next generation of young artists. All training provided! Start Date:ASAP

subClassification: TutoringTutoring

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Site Engineer

at GAMBOL PET FOOD (NEW ZEALAND) CO., LIMITED

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pokeno, Waikato

$80,000 – $100,000 per year

Project Engineer: 3-6y exp , Eng degree , NZS 3910. Manage site ops & delivery for Gambol Pet Food NZ

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Mate - Scampi Vessel (MFV or SCO)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

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

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

As the Mate, you will have the opportunity to support the Skipper with operations on one of these sought-after scampi vessels

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Mate - Scampi Vessel (MFV or SCO)

at Sanford

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

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

As the Mate, you will have the opportunity to support the Skipper with operations on one of these sought-after scampi vessels

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Director of Narrative & Strategic Growth

at LUMIVID Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kohimarama, Auckland(Hybrid)

$40 – $60 per hour + bonus

Proximity to frontier neurotech & AI innovation
Direct access to founder-level strategy & execution
High-agency role with real commercial impact & upside

Proximity to frontier neurotech & AI innovation
Direct access to founder-level strategy & execution
High-agency role with real commercial impact & upside

Help build the public architecture of a company redefining AI-driven human transformation.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

21d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Customer Service Representative

at World Vision NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland(Hybrid)

Creating positive change in the lives of the world's most vulnerable children.
Connecting with New Zealanders to inspire loyalty and generosity.
Representing a faith-based organisation committed to service and justice.

Creating positive change in the lives of the world's most vulnerable children.
Connecting with New Zealanders to inspire loyalty and generosity.
Representing a faith-based organisation committed to service and justice.

Deliver exceptional supporter service, drive loyalty and impact lives through inspiring, faith-aligned conversations.

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

20d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Light Vehicle Technician needed in ANTARCTICA

at Hays | Trades & Labour

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Flights + Accommodation + Meals

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

If you are looking to elevate your career with an experience that stands out anywhere in the world, APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

subClassification: Automotive TradesAutomotive Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

29d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Data Delivery Lead

at Lexel – Resourcing - Connecting IT Talent with Opportunity

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland(Hybrid)

Market hourly rate available

6-month contract + scope to extend
Newmarket + hybrid working
Career-defining project + high-profile delivery

6-month contract + scope to extend
Newmarket + hybrid working
Career-defining project + high-profile delivery

Lead data delivery at enterprise scale within a highly complex digital transformation. A rare chance to make a meaningful impact.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

23d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Light Vehicle Technician needed in ANTRACTICA!

at Hays | Trades & Labour

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Flights + Accommodation + Meals

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

If you are looking to elevate your career with an experience that stands out anywhere in the world, APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

subClassification: Automotive TradesAutomotive Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

29d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Sales Coordinator

at Recruitment Studio - Winners Seek Small Recruitment Agency of the Year 25, Winners Seek Diversity 23 & RSCA Outstanding Agency 24

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hobsonville, Auckland

Up to $37 per hour, experience dependent

Circa $35 per hour, Hobsonville location
Immediate start for 6 months
Variety, great people, awesome mixture of people + admin

Circa $35 per hour, Hobsonville location
Immediate start for 6 months
Variety, great people, awesome mixture of people + admin

Seeking an experienced and reliable Sales Assistant for an immediate temporary opportunity based in Hobsonville.

Recruited byBridgette Johnstone

subClassification: Client & Sales AdministrationClient & Sales Administration

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

23d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Mate - Scampi Vessel (MFV or SCO)

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman

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

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

As the Mate, you will have the opportunity to support the Skipper with operations on one of these sought-after scampi vessels

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Carpenter - ANTARCTICA

at Hays | Trades & Labour

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dunedin, Otago

$45.0 - $55.0 p.h.

All expenses paid
Make money, memories and new mates
Only 0.0001% of People Will Ever Work in Antarctica. Will You?

All expenses paid
Make money, memories and new mates
Only 0.0001% of People Will Ever Work in Antarctica. Will You?

Looking for your next COOL job, we've got it ON ICE!!

subClassification: Carpentry & Cabinet MakingCarpentry & Cabinet Making

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

28d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Light Vehicle Technician needed in ANTARCTICA

at Hays | Trades & Labour

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Flights + Accommodation + Meals

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

If you are looking to elevate your career with an experience that stands out anywhere in the world, APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

29d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

General Labourers

at OneStaff Invercargill

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Weekly Pay

Immediate Start
Full Training will be provided

Immediate Start
Full Training will be provided

Onestaff Invercargill is looking for reliable labourers to join our team for a variety of temporary roles across Southland starting immediately.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

21d ago

Listed five days ago

Individual Giving Manager

at Hato Hone St John

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

Key leadership role within Hato Hone St John fundraising team
Supportive and collaborative environment
Good WFH / Office balance.

Key leadership role within Hato Hone St John fundraising team
Supportive and collaborative environment
Good WFH / Office balance.

18m contract role leading established team. One of the largest fundraising programmes in NZ with plenty of opportunity for impact. Mix of office / WFH

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

5d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Senior Legal PA or Legal Executive | 5+ Years NZ exp in Family Law essential

at Epic Legal Recruits

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

WFH one day per week
Well appointed Barristers' Chambers in the heart of Auckland's CBD
Exceptional contract role for an accomplished Family Law Legal Executive or PA

WFH one day per week
Well appointed Barristers' Chambers in the heart of Auckland's CBD
Exceptional contract role for an accomplished Family Law Legal Executive or PA

Are you a Legal Executive or Legal PA experienced in family law and relationship property? Superb 9 mth contract, a rare opportunity not to be missed!

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

24d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Light Vehicle Technician needed in ANTARCTICA

at Hays | Trades & Labour

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dunedin, Otago

Flights + Accommodation + Meals

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

If you are looking to elevate your career with an experience that stands out anywhere in the world, APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

subClassification: Automotive TradesAutomotive Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

29d ago

Listed five days ago

Finance Transformation Lead

at Cohesion Consulting NZ Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Modern office in Auckland CBD
12 month contract
Professional Services environment

Modern office in Auckland CBD
12 month contract
Professional Services environment

Transform finance, systems and processes in a growing professional services business.

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

5d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Carpenter + Apprentice - ANTARCTICA

at Hays | Trades & Labour

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

$55 p/hr (CARPENTER) $45 p/hr (APPRENTICE CARP)

All expenses paid
Make money, memories and new mates
Only 0.0001% of People Will Ever Work in Antarctica. Will You?

All expenses paid
Make money, memories and new mates
Only 0.0001% of People Will Ever Work in Antarctica. Will You?

Ever wanted to experience the natural beauty of Antarctica? This all-expenses-paid gig will get you there!

subClassification: Carpentry & Cabinet MakingCarpentry & Cabinet Making

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

28d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Chief Financial Officer

at Find Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Competitive hourly rate offered!

Operate at Board and executive level while driving strategic financial direction
Lead both high level commercial decisions and day to day financial operations
Join a purpose driven organisation making a meaningful impact across New Zealand

Operate at Board and executive level while driving strategic financial direction
Lead both high level commercial decisions and day to day financial operations
Join a purpose driven organisation making a meaningful impact across New Zealand

Immediately available strategic contract CFO role with purpose, influence and hands on leadership

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

20d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Electricians needed in ANTARCTICA

at Hays | Trades & Labour

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dunedin, Otago

Once in a lifetime opportunity!

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

Are you a experienced electrician looking for a once in a lifetime OPPORTUNITY? APPLY NOW or call 021967565

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

29d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Electricians In Antarctica

at Hays | Trades & Labour

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Once in a lifetime opportunity!

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

Are you a experienced electrician? and are you looking for a once in a lifetime Opportunity? then this roles for you. APPLY NOW or call 021967565

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

29d ago

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