Advanced Rigger Contract Temp Jobs in All Canterbury, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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HV Electricians Te Aroha/Hamilton New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Respectful and Supportive Management
Inclusive Team Environment
Excellent Rates of Pay

Respectful and Supportive Management
Inclusive Team Environment
Excellent Rates of Pay

High Voltage Electricians to support commissioning activities for our 150MW solar project based in the Waikato region of New Zealand.

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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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 one day ago

Construction Labourers

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Weekly Pay
PPE Supplied
Monday to Friday work

Weekly Pay
PPE Supplied
Monday to Friday work

Construction based work, all over greater Chch area. Rates $24-26

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Labourer

at Trade Assist

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

No experience required
Develop your skill set and take on a new opportunity
Get stuck into a hands on role

No experience required
Develop your skill set and take on a new opportunity
Get stuck into a hands on role

Come and join the crew and take on a new job working as a construction labourer on projects across Christchurch.

Recruited bySimon Williams

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Forklift Hoist Driver

at Premier Staffing Solutions

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$25 – $25.90 per hour

Weekly pay & career growth – competitive rates, long-term opportunity
95% forklift driving – minimal manual work
Night shift, 4 on / 4 off – avoid traffic, great work-life balance

Weekly pay & career growth – competitive rates, long-term opportunity
95% forklift driving – minimal manual work
Night shift, 4 on / 4 off – avoid traffic, great work-life balance

Experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver wanted! Nightshift - 4 nights on 4 off - 6:45pm - 7am Competitive hourly rate + Weekly pay Immediate start

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Skilled Labourers

at Managed Labour Hire

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive Pay: $24-$26/hr
Full and Part Time Hours
Variety of Roles

Competitive Pay: $24-$26/hr
Full and Part Time Hours
Variety of Roles

We have Temporary ongoing & Casual work available across multiple industries.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed six days ago

Register Now for Upcoming Roles!

at Stafford Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Access a wide range of upcoming roles across multiple industries
Suitable for entry‑level through to experienced candidates
Personal support and local opportunities through Stafford Recruitment

Access a wide range of upcoming roles across multiple industries
Suitable for entry‑level through to experienced candidates
Personal support and local opportunities through Stafford Recruitment

We are seeking motivated and reliable individuals to register for upcoming work opportunities.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Concrete Cutter Labourer

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

NZD 25 - 27 per hour

Start on $25/$26 p/h & train into a skilled trade
Fast track to $35+ p/h within 12 months
Full training, bonuses & career progression

Start on $25/$26 p/h & train into a skilled trade
Fast track to $35+ p/h within 12 months
Full training, bonuses & career progression

Labourer role with full training – fast track to $35+ p/h Cutter/Driller within 12 months. Great career pathway!

Recruited byHanne Quinn

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Yard Person | Delivery

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

$26-$27

Monday - Friday
Rolleston Location
Long Term Opportunity

Monday - Friday
Rolleston Location
Long Term Opportunity

CanRecruit have a great long-term opportunity for an experienced yard person for our client in Rolleston. Apply now!

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

1d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Marquee Rigger

at OneStaff Christchurch

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornby, Canterbury

$28.00p/h + depending on experience & licences

Shifts available across Monday to Sunday, with varying start times and locations
Previous marquee experience is an absolute must!
Immediate start and long-term job opportunity for the right candidate

Shifts available across Monday to Sunday, with varying start times and locations
Previous marquee experience is an absolute must!
Immediate start and long-term job opportunity for the right candidate

Set up and pack down marquees at exciting events around Chch. Heavy lifting/labour required. Must hold a Class 2 licence.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

20d ago

Listed four days ago

Construction- Civil Labourers

at Enterprise Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Experience based

Opportunity to grow with a small team
Contribute to Christchurch’s infrastructure development
Career Growth + Ongoing Opportunities

Opportunity to grow with a small team
Contribute to Christchurch’s infrastructure development
Career Growth + Ongoing Opportunities

Enterprise Recruitment supports top Canterbury construction projects and seeks motivated, reliable labourers to join our growing Christchurch team

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Aluminum Fabricator

at Trade Assist

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28.00 - $32.00 | Depending on experience
Monday to Friday | Day Shift
Immediate Starts Available

$28.00 - $32.00 | Depending on experience
Monday to Friday | Day Shift
Immediate Starts Available

Trade Assist are currently looking for an experienced Aluminum Fabricator to join our clients team.

Recruited byHannah Stewart

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

1d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Fabricator Welder

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 - $39+ per hour + 8% Holiday Pay

Role starting end of April 2026
Well-equipped workshop with steady, full-time hours
Trade qualified is advantageous

Role starting end of April 2026
Well-equipped workshop with steady, full-time hours
Trade qualified is advantageous

We are looking for experienced Fabricator Welders to join a local transport engineering firm. APPLY NOW!!

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

20d ago

Listed one day ago

Electricians In Antarctica

at Hays | Trades & Labour

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

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

A once in a life time opportunity to work in the COOLEST place on, if you are a qualified electrician APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed twenty days ago

General Mechanical Engineer

at Roading and Building Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Term to Perm
Competitive hourly rate
Leading engineering Company

Term to Perm
Competitive hourly rate
Leading engineering Company

General Mechanical Engineer - fabrication and mechanical engineering duties, reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Civil Labourers

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canterbury

NZD 25 - 30 per hour

Multiple Opportunities Available
Opportunity for Permanent
Long Term Project Stability

Multiple Opportunities Available
Opportunity for Permanent
Long Term Project Stability

Kickstart your civil career! Labourers needed in Christchurch. Immediate starts, training provided. Licence & transport a must.

Recruited byHanne Quinn

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

19d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Frame & Truss Fabricator

at Tech 5 Recruitment Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

NZD 26 - 33 per hour, Work Life Balance,Ongoing

Upskilling on site
Multiple shifts available
No experience required

Upskilling on site
Multiple shifts available
No experience required

Looking for Hammerhands, or Carpenters for large frame and truss factory

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Welder

at Roading and Building Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Burnside, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Competitive Pay and Temp to Perm Opportunities Available!
Multiple Ongoing Projects in Christchurch
Free PPE Provided

Competitive Pay and Temp to Perm Opportunities Available!
Multiple Ongoing Projects in Christchurch
Free PPE Provided

Multiple Skilled Welder roles available. Consistent hours, great team, immediate start. Bring your proven experience and build quality products daily.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed twenty one days ago