Agricultural Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Community Lease Advisor - 2 x Fixed term Opportunities

at Wellington City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Contribute to work that makes a real difference for our communities
Build meaningful relationships with our communities
2 x fixed term roles; one to end of Jan 2027 and one to end of Apr 2027

Contribute to work that makes a real difference for our communities
Build meaningful relationships with our communities
2 x fixed term roles; one to end of Jan 2027 and one to end of Apr 2027

Support Wellington City Council leases for community facilities, including parks and open spaces.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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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 five days ago

Cutting & Planting Nursery Worker

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

Seasonal work + Starts 18th May till mid-late September
Transport will be provided + All PPE gear provided
Nature will be your office + work in all weather

Seasonal work + Starts 18th May till mid-late September
Transport will be provided + All PPE gear provided
Nature will be your office + work in all weather

Nursery Workers wanted. No experience needed. Work outside and in all weather. Work in a close team environment. Rotorua based. Great pay rate!

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Service Technician

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waikato

$40 - $45 p.h.

Competitive pay based on skills and experience
Weekly pay, KiwiSaver, holiday pay, and sick leave
All required PPE provided

Competitive pay based on skills and experience
Weekly pay, KiwiSaver, holiday pay, and sick leave
All required PPE provided

Immediate start for an Agricultural Machinery Technician-hands-on role, welding a must.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Independent Soil Fertility & Nutrient Advisor

at Nutri-Link Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay(Remote)

$5,000 – $7,500 per month

Independent Contractors helping farmers with soil fertility, nutrient management and sustainable farming. Using science to give the best results.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Content Writer - Agriculture & Horticulture

at New Zealand Management Academies Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

3–6 month remote contract, NZ-wide applicants welcome
Brand-new Level 2 Primary Industry Skills programme
Create lesson plans, workbooks, and learning resources

3–6 month remote contract, NZ-wide applicants welcome
Brand-new Level 2 Primary Industry Skills programme
Create lesson plans, workbooks, and learning resources

Create engaging agriculture and horticulture content and help shape future learners across Aotearoa.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

12d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

AB Despatch Tech - Seasonal

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newstead, Waikato

Seasonal work in great team ! Jul-Nov.

Seasonal work to cover peak season. Storing and packing frozen semen straws to be distributed to farms. Great team environment!

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

18d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Ecological Restoration Team Members - Fixed Term

at Wildland Consultants

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Wildland Consultants are seeking Fixed Term Ecological Restoration Field Team Members for the period May to July 2026.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

18d ago

Listed nine days ago

Restoration Site Assistant

at Kaipatiki Project Inc

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Birkdale, Auckland

Living Wage Rate

We’re looking for a practical, hands-on Restoration Site Assistant to help care for and maintain our local planting sites.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei, Northland

Help maintain and enhance recreational and heritage assets across Whangārei
Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Full-time, fixed term opportunity through to March 2027 | Whangārei based

Help maintain and enhance recreational and heritage assets across Whangārei
Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Full-time, fixed term opportunity through to March 2027 | Whangārei based

Great opportunity to work in some of Northland's most beautiful environments

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Maintenance Technician - 18 months contract

at KoruTalent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pokeno, Waikato

$50 - $55 per hour | 18-month contract | 4 on 4 off (days and nights)
Fitter, Electrician, Millwright - step into a true "fix anything, anywhere" role
oin a world-class dairy site during major expansion with a supportive team

$50 - $55 per hour | 18-month contract | 4 on 4 off (days and nights)
Fitter, Electrician, Millwright - step into a true "fix anything, anywhere" role
oin a world-class dairy site during major expansion with a supportive team

Be the go-to maintenance problem solver at A2 Nutritional in Pokeno. High variety, high pressure, and no two days the same

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Biosecurity Field Operator

at DOWNER NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cromwell, Otago

Competitive Pay + Penal Rates!

Work outdoors across NZ's backcountry protecting native environments
Gain hands-on skills in pest control, GPS, and 4WD field operations
Training provided with strong team support while working away

Work outdoors across NZ's backcountry protecting native environments
Gain hands-on skills in pest control, GPS, and 4WD field operations
Training provided with strong team support while working away

Join Our Cromwell Team as a Biosecurity Field Operator delivering Pest Control Operations across the Lower South Island

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

3d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Maintenance Gardner

at Fred Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton, Waikato

Up to $30 an hourly including holiday pay!

Hamilton Airport Depot Location + Full Time 7:30am - 4pm + Monday to Friday
Full Time, Ongoing Temporary Assignment Starting ASAP!
Working In An Established Team + Exposure To A Range Of Sites + Variety

Hamilton Airport Depot Location + Full Time 7:30am - 4pm + Monday to Friday
Full Time, Ongoing Temporary Assignment Starting ASAP!
Working In An Established Team + Exposure To A Range Of Sites + Variety

Maintaining and caring for gardens across the Waikato, including tasks like mowing lawns, weeding, fertilising, and operating a range of equipment.

Recruited byStacey Committie

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

24d ago

Listed nine days ago

Customer Service Representative

at PGG Wrightson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waimate, Canterbury

Fixed-Term role
Get your foot in the door and build you career
Be part of an organisation that is invested in you

Fixed-Term role
Get your foot in the door and build you career
Be part of an organisation that is invested in you

Provide sales advise and service to a range of clients.

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

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

9d ago

Listed five days ago

Te Āpiti Manawatū Gorge Ranger (Fixed Term | Full + Part Time)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$65070 - $75981 p.a. (FTE)

12 month Fixed Term Contract, early July 2026 commencement
Multiple positions available - Full or Part time - tell us what works for you!
Based in Palmerston North

12 month Fixed Term Contract, early July 2026 commencement
Multiple positions available - Full or Part time - tell us what works for you!
Based in Palmerston North

Diverse, hands-on Biodiversity Ranger opportunity protecting taonga species through pest control and community engagement in the Manawatū Gorge.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Ranger (Seasonal Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Twizel, Canterbury

Be an integral part of the kakī recovery team over the busy summer period

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

12d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Key Account Manager

at Mars New Zealand

Expiring soon

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)

25d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Key Account Manager - Corporate Distributors (12 Month contract)

at Mars New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive Salary + bonus + hybrid + free parking

As our Key Account Manager you'll cover our Corporate Distributors
Mars NZ, home to brands as MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®
Role based onsite Ellerslie, free onsite parking + flexible working + bonus

As our Key Account Manager you'll cover our Corporate Distributors
Mars NZ, home to brands as MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®
Role based onsite Ellerslie, free onsite parking + flexible working + bonus

Lead high-impact initiatives, bring bold account plans to life, and fuel category and brand growth in one of our most exciting channels.

subClassification: Account & Relationship ManagementAccount & Relationship Management

classification: Sales(Sales)

12d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Gardener

at Selwyn Lawn Services Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

$27 – $32 per hour

Gardener wanted – Part-time with potential to grow. Tools & vehicle provided. Flexible agreed days for the right candidate.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Grounds Worker

at Green by Nature

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Fixed term opportunity for the next 6 months!
Put your Horticulture knowledge to good use supporting our Waikato Villages Team
Guaranteed hours with the ability to increase based on operational demands

Fixed term opportunity for the next 6 months!
Put your Horticulture knowledge to good use supporting our Waikato Villages Team
Guaranteed hours with the ability to increase based on operational demands

We're looking for a dedicated Grounds Worker to support our Waikato Villages team for a fixed term of 6 months!

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

25d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Purchasing Coordinator

at a2 Nutritionals NZ Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pokeno, Waikato

Manage purchase orders, inventory & supplier performance to meet production need
Coordinate with logistics, finance & warehouse teams to ensure timely deliveries
Join a values-led organisation with focus on quality, wellbeing and CI

Manage purchase orders, inventory & supplier performance to meet production need
Coordinate with logistics, finance & warehouse teams to ensure timely deliveries
Join a values-led organisation with focus on quality, wellbeing and CI

Coordinate purchasing of direct materials, manage supplier performance and ensure timely delivery to support production requirements. (12 month FTC)

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

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

12d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Customer Service Representative

at PGG Wrightson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kurow, Otago

Do you have knowledge and experience within the Rural industry?
Be part of a passionate and hard working team in Kurow
We are committed to growing our employees and our Country

Do you have knowledge and experience within the Rural industry?
Be part of a passionate and hard working team in Kurow
We are committed to growing our employees and our Country

Utilise your passion for Agriculture to support our small but strong team in Kurow.

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

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

18d ago

Listed two days ago

Trust Secretary

at Whangaroa Ngaiotonga Trust

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangaruru, Northland(Remote)

Are you highly organised, values-driven, and passionate about supporting strong governance for whenua Māori? We are seeking a skilled Trust Secretary!

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Territory Manager Part Time Fixed Term

at Evergreen Garden Care New Zealand Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Drive growth, building success partnerships
Workplace Wellbeing Scheme
12 months fixed term maternity cover

Drive growth, building success partnerships
Workplace Wellbeing Scheme
12 months fixed term maternity cover

Join a dynamic and supportive team as the Upper South Island Territory Manager

subClassification: Sales Representatives/ConsultantsSales Representatives/Consultants

classification: Sales(Sales)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Regional Representative — Central Otago - QEII National Trust Ngā Kairauhī Papa

at QEII National Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown Central, Otago(Remote)

$60.20 per hour

Aotearoa’s leading private land conservation organisation
Work with a variety of ecosystem types and landscapes
Great work/life balance with contracting hours

Aotearoa’s leading private land conservation organisation
Work with a variety of ecosystem types and landscapes
Great work/life balance with contracting hours

Use your ecological experience to help grow Aotearoa’s private land conservation network in the Central Otago region.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Executive Officer

at PeopleEX

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Shape the future of the aviation sector in New Zealand.

subClassification: Aviation ServicesAviation Services

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

5d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Deep Sea Fishing Crew – General Hand (Independent Contractor)

at Sanford

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Life at sea is never the same two days - and as a General Hand, you'll be part of the crew that makes it all happen.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

25d ago

Listed two days ago

Community Lease Advisor - 2 x Fixed term Opportunities

at Wellington City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Contribute to work that makes a real difference for our communities
Build meaningful relationships with our communities
2 x fixed term roles; one to end of Jan 2027 and one to end of Apr 2027

Contribute to work that makes a real difference for our communities
Build meaningful relationships with our communities
2 x fixed term roles; one to end of Jan 2027 and one to end of Apr 2027

Support Wellington City Council leases for community facilities, including parks and open spaces.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Specialist Operator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo, Waikato

MUST have a Full NZ Drivers License
Spotter for road inspector. Some basic data entry and relief driving
Full time + PPE provided

MUST have a Full NZ Drivers License
Spotter for road inspector. Some basic data entry and relief driving
Full time + PPE provided

Spotter/Assistant to Road Inspector. Minimum requirement of a NZ Full License. Some relief driving and basic data entry required.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Deep Sea Fishing Crew – General Hand (Independent Contractor)

at Sanford

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Life at sea is never the same two days - and as a General Hand, you'll be part of the crew that makes it all happen.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

25d ago

Listed five days ago

Category Specialist (Fixed-Term) - Retail

at Animates

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

Grow your career with a purpose‑driven Kiwi brand!
Felxible working, with options to work remotley 3 days a week!
Excellent benefits & Generous Discounts to use at our Stores & Vet Clinics!

Grow your career with a purpose‑driven Kiwi brand!
Felxible working, with options to work remotley 3 days a week!
Excellent benefits & Generous Discounts to use at our Stores & Vet Clinics!

Combine your love of animals and passion for all things retail, in this exciting Category Specialist position.

subClassification: BuyingBuying

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

5d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Key Account Executive

at Mars New Zealand

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive Salary + bonus + hybrid + free parking

Support Key Account Managers to drive growth across iconic global brands
Mars NZ home to brands such as MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®
8 Month contract based in our Ellerslie office + free parking, plus hybrid work

Support Key Account Managers to drive growth across iconic global brands
Mars NZ home to brands such as MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®
8 Month contract based in our Ellerslie office + free parking, plus hybrid work

You'll work closely with our Key Account Managers (KAMs) to deliver outstanding commercial outcomes, build strategic customer partnerships.

subClassification: Account & Relationship ManagementAccount & Relationship Management

classification: Sales(Sales)

25d ago

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