61 advanced engineering jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp

Multiple shifts available
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Trade Qualified Mechanical Fitters | CNC Machinists | Foundry Trade | Multiple Shifts Available | Ongoing Career Opportunities

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Summer Internship

at Kea Aerospace

This is a Contract/Temp job

Burnside, Canterbury

$29.90 per hour

Spend your summer on real aerospace engineering - help build a solar-powered aircraft designed to fly for months in the stratosphere.

subClassification: Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

ELECTRICAL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING INTERNS – Christchurch/Tauranga/Auckland

at Ergo Consulting Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

Fun working environment
A progressive and professional company
Excellent insight into our Electrical & Civil Engineering Consultancy

Great people, interesting work, giving you opportunities to grow your skills

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Test Engineering Graduate

at HamiltonJet

This is a Contract/Temp job

A structured two-year Graduate programme with rotations across the business.
Hands on experience with world class marine technology.
Exposure to global customers and industry-leading engineering projects.

Launch your engineering career at HamiltonJet, working on world-leading marine technology with our Test Engineering team.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Product Validation Engineer

at Task Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Test GNSS, machine/grade control, automation, survey & construction technology
12mth Contract with potential extension or convert to permanent
Based in Inner West Christchurch

Wanting a career not just a job? Launch your engineering career testing world-class machine control & positioning technology used on global projects

Recruited byFortunato Galluzzo

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

21d ago

Listed six days ago

Production Supervisor

at Leaft Foods Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Brand-new food manufacturing process
Opportunity to impact the future of food production
Dynamic team and collaborative environment

Join the future of food innovation! You'll be at the forefront of running a new manufacturing process to make innovative plant-based proteins.

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

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

Internship Mechanical Engineering 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job

at New Zealand Quality Petfoods Limited

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Master's Graduate R&D Programme

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

$55,000 – $60,000 per year

Kick-start your R&D career by working on real product innovation and manufacturing projects with a fast-growing premium pet food company.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

11d ago

Listed nine days ago

Industrial Electrical Apprenticeship

at HamiltonJet

This is a Contract/Temp job

A structured, fully supported apprenticeship programme.
On-the-job training with experienced tradespeople and mentors.
Competitive apprentice remuneration.

We're excited to have an opening in our 2027 apprenticeship programme for an Industrial Maintenance Electrical Apprentice at HamiltonJet!

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

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Internship Mechatronics Engineering 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Service Technician

at Hygiene Technologies Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

$35 – $40 per hour

Service Technician providing onsite support for chemical distribution and dosing systems at a manufacturing facility in South Auckland.

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

3d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Trade Assistant (Metalwork)

at HamiltonJet

This is a Contract/Temp job

Competitive pay rate, overtime rates and allowances.
Fixed shift patterns
Opportunity to work for a global industry leader

We are on the look out for Engineering Process Workers to join our world-class manufacturing team in Christchurch!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

17d ago

Listed three days ago

Boiler Mechanic

at Hays | Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

$57.50 per hour (wages)

Save money while you earn money
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Long term growth opportunities

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

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Senior Product Designer

at Education Perfect Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Flexible working location - from home or one of our NZ offices
Communication allowance - get $50 NZD/month toward your phone and internet costs
Company shutdown over Christmas, plus 3 extra paid leave days

Two fixed-term parental leave cover roles: one 12-month and one 6-month. Auckland/Wellington preferred; NZ-wide applicants welcome.

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

18d ago

Listed nine days ago

Internship Electrical & Electronics Engineering 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Hands-on experience to develop in a corporate environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Business Development Manager - Commercial

at Build People Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive salary package + tools of trade

Drive aggressive growth across civil, plumbing, steel and manufacturing sectors.
Strengthen relationships with major clients
Own the sales pipeline and accelerate national market expansion.

Trusted supplier to civil, plumbing and manufacturing sectors. Seeking a driven BDM to grow key accounts and expand national market reach.

subClassification: New Business DevelopmentNew Business Development classification: Sales(Sales)

10d 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 five days ago

Project Manager - Fixed Term for 2years

at Auckland Airport

This is a Contract/Temp job

Work with a passionate team
Free onsite parking
2-years fixed term contract to align with delivery of our major projects.

You'll lead the delivery of major airfield infrastructure projects from planning and design through to construction & handover.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Fixed Term Graduate Technical Development Role (Masters/PhD) - 6 month FTC

at Biophive Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Feilding, Manawatu

$60,000 – $70,000 per year

Apply your postgrad science/engineering skills to R&D, quality, and innovation projects at Biophive.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

QA Technician

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

NZD 32 - 35 per hour, Long term role

Full time long term role for the right person
QA inspections on precast concrete components
55–60 hours per week with regular overtime

Immediate start opportunity to join a leading precast team in a full time, long term role with strong earning potential.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control classification: Construction(Construction)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty eight days ago

Drafter & Project Coordinator — Sustainable Saunas

at Sustainable Saunas

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

$30 per hour

Drafter & Project Coordinator wanted fo NZ sauna manufacturer, SketchUp + LayOut drafting, materials/quotes, supplier and freight coordination.

subClassification: Architectural DraftingArchitectural Drafting classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Internship Supply Chain - Engineering 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty days ago

Mechanical Commissioning Engineer

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive hourly rates

Competitive hourly rates - temporary contract - GST or PAYE
Commission automated machinery from workshop testing to customer handover
Work on innovative automation projects with travel to customer sites as required

Hands-on Commissioning Engineer wanted for temporary automation projects, machine testing, startup and commissioning.

Recruited byEwen Morgan

subClassification: Building Services EngineeringBuilding Services Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed six days ago

Communications Engineering Consultant

at Nova Systems Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Professional Development Allowance

Growing New Zealand presence
Strong company culture and focus on our people
Working within a purpose driven team

Contribute to the delivery of specialist RF/Comms and spectrum engineering services across Defence, government and commercial client programs.

subClassification: Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

Senior Technician/Technical Architect

at Voxell

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$60 – $80 per hour

Technically demanding project where good documentation actually matters.
Real ownership of the set; your experience and opinion count.
Direct line to the Director, no layers, fast decisions, your input lands.

Senior Technician/Technical Architect for 6-month contract driving design through detailed design and building consent documentation.

subClassification: ArchitectureArchitecture classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Internship Chemical and Materials Engineering 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty five days ago

CNC Operator

at Tradestaff Apply

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

NZD 32 - 35 per hour

Weekly pay at $32–$35 per hour
40–50 hours per week
Long-term role in a modern workshop

Operate CNC milling machines, read engineering drawings, and produce precision components in a busy engineering workshop.

subClassification: Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Data Engineer

at H2R Technology Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

11-month hourly rate Data Engineer contract in Wellington. Build automated data pipelines, dashboards and reporting solutions

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Junior Level 3 Engineer

at Appoint Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Systems Engineer - contract role - to provide cover whilst a team member is on a secondment.

subClassification: Networks & Systems AdministrationNetworks & Systems Administration classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

19d ago

Listed nine days ago

Internship Engineering Science 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job