Animal Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Silviculture Planters – Outdoor Environmental Work

at MAINLAND VECTOR CONTRACTING LIMITED

This is a Contract/Temp job

Twizel, Canterbury

$26 – $35 per hour

Love the outdoors and physical work? Join Mainland Vector Contracting Ltd planting commercial forests

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

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Fixed Term Large Animal Veterinary Technician x3

at Veterinaryfirst Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Awamutu, Waikato

We’re 100% kiwi owned!
Work in the heart of the Waipa!
2 month fixed term contract

We’re 100% kiwi owned!
Work in the heart of the Waipa!
2 month fixed term contract

Join our dedicated vet tech team in Te Awamutu and play a key role in supporting our local farmers as a Veterinary Technician!

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

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Listed seven days ago

Farm hand

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Immediate start
Rolleston Location
Competative Pay

Immediate start
Rolleston Location
Competative Pay

Farm hands required ASAP!

subClassification: Farm LabourFarm Labour

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

7d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Silviculture Planters – Outdoor Environmental Work

at MAINLAND VECTOR CONTRACTING LIMITED

This is a Contract/Temp job

Twizel, Canterbury

$26 – $35 per hour

Love the outdoors and physical work? Join Mainland Vector Contracting Ltd planting commercial forests

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

19d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Fixed Term Large Animal Veterinary Technician x3

at Veterinaryfirst Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Awamutu, Waikato

We’re 100% kiwi owned!
Work in the heart of the Waipa!
2 month fixed term contract

We’re 100% kiwi owned!
Work in the heart of the Waipa!
2 month fixed term contract

Join our dedicated vet tech team in Te Awamutu and play a key role in supporting our local farmers as a Veterinary Technician!

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

24d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Veterinary Nurse - Companion Animal

at Massey University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North, Manawatu

Gain referral experience in NZ's only Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Work with specialists on diverse surgical, medical, and oncology cases
Fixed-term, weekdays role with learning, support, and career growth

Gain referral experience in NZ's only Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Work with specialists on diverse surgical, medical, and oncology cases
Fixed-term, weekdays role with learning, support, and career growth

Join Massey Vets' Companion Animal Hospital and grow your skills in a supportive, high-acuity referral and teaching environment.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

15h ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kerikeri, Northland

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Come join a unique programme developing future Māori leaders in conservation, with hands-on field experience and corporate skills.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

16h ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ahuriri, Hawkes Bay

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Come join a unique programme developing future Māori leaders in conservation, with hands-on field experience and corporate skills.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

16h ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gisborne, Gisborne

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Come join a unique programme developing future Māori leaders in conservation, with hands-on field experience and corporate skills.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

16h ago

Listed five days ago

Stud Groom - Matamata

at Westbury Stud

This is a Contract/Temp job

Matamata, Waikato

We’re looking for experienced Stud Grooms to join our Matamata team on a seasonal basis.

subClassification: Farm LabourFarm Labour

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

5d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Orchids growing and care

at Utopia Orchids Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pukekohe East, Auckland

$26 – $30 per hour

Do you have experience in orchid growing or maintenance? Then this could be your next job. We are looking for someone with nursery experience.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

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

16d ago

Listed three days ago

Ranger Biodiversity (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Warkworth, Auckland

Exciting opportunity to join our Biodiversity team
Make a real impact to save a species from extinction.
Fixed term, full-time position | based in Warkworth or Whangarei

Exciting opportunity to join our Biodiversity team
Make a real impact to save a species from extinction.
Fixed term, full-time position | based in Warkworth or Whangarei

Join the team protecting the New Zealand Fairy Tern/ Tara iti, New Zealand's rarest bird.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

3d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Qualified Deck Hand (QFD)

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

As a Qualified Deckhand, you'll be hands-on ensuring smooth operations on deck, working across our fleet of vessels located in Timaru or Tauranga.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

12h ago

Listed three days ago

Ranger Biodiversity (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei, Northland

Exciting opportunity to join our Biodiversity team
Make a real impact to save a species from extinction.
Fixed term, full-time position | based in Warkworth or Whangarei

Exciting opportunity to join our Biodiversity team
Make a real impact to save a species from extinction.
Fixed term, full-time position | based in Warkworth or Whangarei

Join the team protecting the New Zealand Fairy Tern/ Tara iti, New Zealand's rarest bird.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

3d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

DairyBase Data Collector - Contractor

at DairyNZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newstead, Waikato(Hybrid)

Enabling dairy farmers to make informed physical, financial and environmental decisions for the future of their business.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

18d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Ranger Project Lead Biodiversity-Kaimai Mamaku Goat Eradication

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Fixed Term, part-time (24hrs per week) through to June 2028 | based in Tauranga
Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Deliver meaningful outcomes for Aotearoa

Fixed Term, part-time (24hrs per week) through to June 2028 | based in Tauranga
Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Deliver meaningful outcomes for Aotearoa

Lead the planning and delivery of the Kaimai Mamaku Goat Eradication Project within Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Biosecurity Trainer (Contract) – IVS Training

at IVS Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Dynamic Role
Flexibility

Dynamic Role
Flexibility

Are you passionate about biosecurity & effective training? Do you have experience in biosecurity operations & a strong desire to help others succeed.

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Physiotherapist - (Welcoming All Experience Levels)

at Advantage Health Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wairau Valley, Auckland

$80,000 – $100,000 per year + commission+benefits

Busy clinic, strong patient demand, internal referrals, and guaranteed retainer. Flexible hours, supportive team. New grads welcome.

subClassification: Physiotherapy, OT & RehabilitationPhysiotherapy, OT & Rehabilitation

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

9h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Skipper - San Aotea ll (Deepwater longliner)

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dunedin Central, Otago

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

San Aotea II, one of Sanford’s deepwater longline vessels operating in some of the most challenging fisheries in the world is looking for a Skipper

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Fleet Coordinator - Fixed Term (12 months)

at Greater Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$62,642-93,962 incl. all benefits

Central Wellington location
Flexible working hours
Fantastic work culture servicing our communities

Central Wellington location
Flexible working hours
Fantastic work culture servicing our communities

Assist in administrating & coordinating our vehicle fleet, incl. purchasing & disposal of vehicles & organising ongoing servicing & maintenance.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

7d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Veterinarian Emergency & Critical Care Intern | Hamilton

at CareVets

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$60,000 + benefits

Train alongside a registered ECC Specialist
Develop high-level emergency skills in 12 months
Ideal for vets exploring ECC or boosting GP capability

Train alongside a registered ECC Specialist
Develop high-level emergency skills in 12 months
Ideal for vets exploring ECC or boosting GP capability

Build elite emergency skills in a specialist-led hospital — ideal for vets exploring ECC or wanting to fast-track clinical confidence.

subClassification: Nursing - A&E, Critical Care & ICUNursing - A&E, Critical Care & ICU

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

26d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Skipper - San Aotea ll (Deepwater longliner)

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

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

San Aotea II, one of Sanford’s deepwater longline vessels operating in some of the most challenging fisheries in the world is looking for a Skipper

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

11d ago

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