Stats NZ Contract Temp Jobs in All Canterbury, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Grants Strategist | Client Manager

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Be part of a values-led, supportive team making a real difference in the charitable sector, part-time, parental leave contract, work from home role

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

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

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Project Manager

at Moriori Imi Settlement Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Rare opportunity to lead a Moriori waka project on Rēkohu/Chatham Islands working across culture, heritage and recovery

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Listed sixteen hours ago

Finance Manager

at Find Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

12 month Maternity Leave cover
Work for a family friendly business
Start ASAP!

12 month Maternity Leave cover
Work for a family friendly business
Start ASAP!

Manage and deliver insightful analysis. Drive business performance and lead a close-knit accounting team at a Kiwi brand

Recruited byHarriet Hrynkewycz

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

16h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Grants Strategist | Client Manager

at JOYN

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Be part of a values-led, supportive team making a real difference in the charitable sector, part-time, parental leave contract, work from home role

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

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

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Faculty Office Administrator

at University of Canterbury

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$67,843 - $82,125 p.a.

Work 37.5 hours per week and enjoy a great work life balance
Values based organisation with an innovation orientated culture
Work at our beautiful campus

Work 37.5 hours per week and enjoy a great work life balance
Values based organisation with an innovation orientated culture
Work at our beautiful campus

Play a key role in supporting students, staff, and academic processes in a dynamic environment.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

12d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Key Account Manager

at Mars New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Competitive Salary + bonus + hybrid + vehicle

Join Mars NZ as our Key Account Manager – Foodstuffs South Island, Snacking.
Mars NZ home brands WHISKAS®, PEDIGREE®, MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®
12 Month contract based from our CHC Office, + Hybrid + vehicle + bonus

Join Mars NZ as our Key Account Manager – Foodstuffs South Island, Snacking.
Mars NZ home brands WHISKAS®, PEDIGREE®, MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®
12 Month contract based from our CHC Office, + Hybrid + vehicle + bonus

You’ll play a pivotal role managing one of our largest grocery customers in our biggest business area—driving growth, partnerships.

subClassification: Account & Relationship ManagementAccount & Relationship Management

classification: Sales(Sales)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve hours ago

Health & Safety and First Aid Contract Trainer - Christchurch

at Safety 'n Action

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Immediate contract work in Christchurch – strong demand right now
Deliver First Aid and/or H&S training with flexibility
Join NZ’s leading workplace safety training provider

Immediate contract work in Christchurch – strong demand right now
Deliver First Aid and/or H&S training with flexibility
Join NZ’s leading workplace safety training provider

Qualified First Aid or H&S Trainer? Step into immediate contract work in Christchurch delivering practical training with flexibility and variety.

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

12h ago

Listed six days ago

Executive Assistant to Region Manager – Christchurch – 6–Month Fixed Term

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Gain a wide range of experience working collaboratively with the wider EA team
Work in a dynamic setting where one day is different to the next
Salary range $83,155 - $92,394 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Gain a wide range of experience working collaboratively with the wider EA team
Work in a dynamic setting where one day is different to the next
Salary range $83,155 - $92,394 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Stay ahead of the Region Manager’s needs and keep operations smooth through strategic thinking, strong communication, and solid relationship‑building

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

6d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Category Manager

at Graham Consulting Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

Successful NZ-owned business
Christchurch location
12 Month Maternity Leave Cover

Successful NZ-owned business
Christchurch location
12 Month Maternity Leave Cover

Category Manager role with a leading NZ-owned business. Own a portfolio, drive growth, and work with global suppliers. 12-month cover, Christchurch.

Recruited byGeorgie Allan

subClassification: Product Management & DevelopmentProduct Management & Development

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty days ago

Sales Coordinator - fixed term

at New Zealand Couriers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Yaldhurst, Canterbury

Fixed term parental leave cover until mid January 2027
Support the business development field team
Liaise with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery

Fixed term parental leave cover until mid January 2027
Support the business development field team
Liaise with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery

Support the new business field sales team by coordinating pricing, reporting and customer processes

subClassification: Sales CoordinatorsSales Coordinators

classification: Sales(Sales)

20d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty seven days ago

Education Contractors to work with Evaluation Associates

at Evaluation Associates Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Expressions of Intersest are open to applicants from Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin.

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty four days ago

Experienced Claims Temps needed!

at Ensure Recruitment NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Immediate start
Monday - Friday 8.30 am - 5.00 pm
Short and long term assignments!

Immediate start
Monday - Friday 8.30 am - 5.00 pm
Short and long term assignments!

Calling experienced insurance professionals! Claims temp roles available now. Great hourly rates + holiday pay.

Recruited byVanessa Vandenbrink

subClassification: ClaimsClaims

classification: Insurance & Superannuation(Insurance & Superannuation)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty six days ago

Compliance and Risk Lead

at Profile Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Immediate start required
Contract position, great for your CV
Full time opportunity with an awesome Christchurch business

Immediate start required
Contract position, great for your CV
Full time opportunity with an awesome Christchurch business

This is a key role focused on making sure risks across the business are clearly understood and well managed.

Recruited byIsabella Redmond

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

Project Manager

at Moriori Imi Settlement Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Rare opportunity to lead a Moriori waka project on Rēkohu/Chatham Islands working across culture, heritage and recovery

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed four days ago

UC Online Assessment Implementation Lead

at University of Canterbury

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

World-class Research Institute

Shape future assessment technologies
Be part of a forward-thinking, innovative university environment
Competitive benefits, staff support, and enjoyable campus life!

Shape future assessment technologies
Be part of a forward-thinking, innovative university environment
Competitive benefits, staff support, and enjoyable campus life!

Join UC in a key role and shape the future of digital assessment by driving the design and delivery of online invigilated assessment across campus!

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

IT Subject Matter Expert / Content Reviewer Roles

at Open Polytechnic

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

IT Subject Matter Expert / Content Reviewer Roles Contract / WFH

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Employment Relations Advisor

at Remarkable People Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornby, Canterbury

$45/ph + 8% Holday Pay (Negotiable)

Potential Ongoing Position | Rare and Exciting Opportunity
Competitive Pay Package + Training Provided + EAP Services
Great Work/Life Balance | Located in Hornby, Christchurch

Potential Ongoing Position | Rare and Exciting Opportunity
Competitive Pay Package + Training Provided + EAP Services
Great Work/Life Balance | Located in Hornby, Christchurch

Exciting short-term opportunity for an experienced Employment Relations Advisor located in Hornby, Christchurch.

Recruited byKieron Laity

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

18d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow in Mathematics

at University of Canterbury

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

World-class Research Institute

A globally recognised, research-led university with a strong academic reputation
Supportive, collegial environment that values innovation and collaboration
Modern campus with excellent facilities and benefits

A globally recognised, research-led university with a strong academic reputation
Supportive, collegial environment that values innovation and collaboration
Modern campus with excellent facilities and benefits

Join UC as a Lecturer or Postdoctoral researcher contributing to a Marsden-funded project in Finite Geometry and Coding Theory.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

14d ago

Listed six days ago