On Site Apprentice Crane Operator Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Kiwifruit Seasonal Work - Tauranga Port

at Qube Ports NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$28/hour + 8% holiday pay

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Kiwifruit Season starts April and goes until August
Rewarding pay $28/hour + 8% holiday pay

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Kiwifruit Season starts April and goes until August
Rewarding pay $28/hour + 8% holiday pay

Join Qube for the 2026 Kiwifruit season! Earn great pay, work 12-hour shifts, and kickstart a career on the waterfront.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

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* FORKLIFT & REACH TRUCK OPERATORS - AUCKLAND*

at Draft NZ Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

Excellent Rate$ up to $30.00 p/hr + Holidays + Benefits
Fantastic Career Progression
Bonus Rewards and Allowances

Excellent Rate$ up to $30.00 p/hr + Holidays + Benefits
Fantastic Career Progression
Bonus Rewards and Allowances

Seasoned forklift and reach truck operators are wanted in Auckland. 2+ yrs forklift, 3+ yrs reach, great pay, career growth and shift options.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

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Listed eight days ago

Kiwifruit Seasonal Work - Tauranga Port

at Qube Ports NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$28/hour + 8% holiday pay

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Kiwifruit Season starts April and goes until August
Rewarding pay $28/hour + 8% holiday pay

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Kiwifruit Season starts April and goes until August
Rewarding pay $28/hour + 8% holiday pay

Join Qube for the 2026 Kiwifruit season! Earn great pay, work 12-hour shifts, and kickstart a career on the waterfront.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

8d ago

Listed five days ago

* FORKLIFT & REACH TRUCK OPERATORS - AUCKLAND*

at Draft NZ Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

Excellent Rate$ up to $30.00 p/hr + Holidays + Benefits
Fantastic Career Progression
Bonus Rewards and Allowances

Excellent Rate$ up to $30.00 p/hr + Holidays + Benefits
Fantastic Career Progression
Bonus Rewards and Allowances

Seasoned forklift and reach truck operators are wanted in Auckland. 2+ yrs forklift, 3+ yrs reach, great pay, career growth and shift options.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

5d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Labourers and Operators

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$30.90 – $36 per hour (Including annual leave)

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for future work on our projects across the country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for future work on our projects across the country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking people to join our team for the Te Rahui Solar Project- Starting in May/ June! Up to 9 months of work!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

18d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Gantry Crane Operator

at Roading and Building Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canterbury

$30+ Per Hour Depending on Experience*

Immediate Start Available
Work for an industry leading company in Canterbury
$30+ Per Hour depending on experience!

Immediate Start Available
Work for an industry leading company in Canterbury
$30+ Per Hour depending on experience!

Gantry Crane Operator wanted for an Immediate Start. $30+ an hour, competitive pay, weekly pay and free PPE Provided

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

19h ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Trade Assistant

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devonport, Auckland

Competitive rates available

Competitive rates available
3+ month temp assignment (PAYE or GST Contractors Welcome)
Devonport location

Competitive rates available
3+ month temp assignment (PAYE or GST Contractors Welcome)
Devonport location

Interesting role that will give you valuable experience as a Trade Assistant/Fire Sentry.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

20h ago

Listed six days ago

Tower Crane Operator

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dunedin Central, Otago

$32 – $40 per hour

Join a supportive NZ family business
Fixed-term position from June 2026 to October 2028
Work alongside industry professionals

Join a supportive NZ family business
Fixed-term position from June 2026 to October 2028
Work alongside industry professionals

Be part of something big in Dunedin! Tower Crane Operators wanted for a major long-term project with steady hours and OT.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Kiwifruit Forklift Operators - Tauranga Port

at Qube Ports NZ

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

$30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Rewarding pay $30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay
Fixed term contract until September 2026

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Rewarding pay $30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay
Fixed term contract until September 2026

Forklift operators wanted for the 2026 Kiwifruit Season! $30.90/hr + 8% holiday pay, Mount Maunganui, day & night shifts.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

21d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Forklift Operators – Heavy Freight (5–10 Tonne Machines)

at Motion Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Forklift Operator + 5–10 Tonne Experience + Heavy & General Freight + 4AM Starts + East Tamaki to Wiri + Full NZ Work Rights

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

14d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Warehouse/Stores operative

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Riccarton, Canterbury

$26-27

Monday-Friday
Ongoing work

Monday-Friday
Ongoing work

We are looking for an experienced Warehouse Operative to join our clients busy team working within their Stainless and Steel area

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

21h ago

Listed one day ago

Engineering Trades Staff Required (Fitter Welders/Fabricators/Pipe Welders)

at Page Macrae Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

$65 – $75 per hour

Competitive rate of pay
Work with experienced tradespeople
Immediate start

Competitive rate of pay
Work with experienced tradespeople
Immediate start

Looking for contracting work in the Bay of Plenty?

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Frame & Truss Carpenters - Other Long Term Construction Roles!!

at Private Advertiser

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$30 – $45 per hour

Long-term roles with a reputable company
Fair pay rates with opportunities for progression
Strong pipeline of forward work

Long-term roles with a reputable company
Fair pay rates with opportunities for progression
Strong pipeline of forward work

We’re hiring for a range of long-term trade roles across multiple projects.

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

19h ago

Listed five days ago

Electrical trade assistant

at Turbo Staff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$28 - $32 p.h. + Weekly Pay + 50 hrs plus weekly

Attractive hourly rate + Weekly Pay Cycle
Top Projects in NZ + Supportive Team
PPE Covered + Upskilling Opportunity

Attractive hourly rate + Weekly Pay Cycle
Top Projects in NZ + Supportive Team
PPE Covered + Upskilling Opportunity

Experienced electrician in installation, maintenance, and servicing across commercial and residential projects? Sound like a fit? Apply now!

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Civil Skilled Labourer

at Drake New Zealand - Auckland South

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$27-$30

Full time hours, immediate start
Full training provided
Growth and career development opportunities

Full time hours, immediate start
Full training provided
Growth and career development opportunities

Join our civil crew as a skilled labourer. Steady full-time work, great team, competitive pay, and chances to upskill on Auckland projects.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed six days ago

Rigger/Dogman

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dunedin Central, Otago

$32 – $38 per hour

Join an award-winning crew
Dunedin location
Fixed-term position from June 2026 to October 2028

Join an award-winning crew
Dunedin location
Fixed-term position from June 2026 to October 2028

Looking for your next rigging role? Join a solid Dunedin crew and be part of a major project running through to 2028.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Civil CCTV Operator

at Express Employment Professionals Auckland NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

$30.00 - $35.00 p.h.

South Auckland Based
Work will be on projects across Auckland
Weekly Pay

South Auckland Based
Work will be on projects across Auckland
Weekly Pay

$30-35 p/hr + 8%. Company is based in South Auckland. Projects are across all of Auckland. Must have reliable transport.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

HV Electricians Te Aroha/Hamilton New Zealand

at Elecnor New Zealand Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

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)

17h ago

Listed five days ago

Rail Line Work - Breakbulk

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pipitea, Wellington

$30.00 - $40.00 p.h. + Travel allowance

12-hour shifts + Day and night shifts + Week days + Week ends
Short term role + ten days to two-weeks + Physical role with lifting
Roles start early May

12-hour shifts + Day and night shifts + Week days + Week ends
Short term role + ten days to two-weeks + Physical role with lifting
Roles start early May

We're recruiting rail labourers to join a small, tight‑knit crew stacking and loading steel rail lines on the wharf.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

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

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

Recruited byHanne Quinn

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

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

14d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

HV Electricians Te Aroha/Hamilton New Zealand

at Elecnor New Zealand Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

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)

17h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

General Labourer

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

NZD 25 - 27 per hour, Weekly Pay

Weekly pay + Kiwisaver + PPE provided
Opportunity to work in multiple trades
Locations Auckland wide

Weekly pay + Kiwisaver + PPE provided
Opportunity to work in multiple trades
Locations Auckland wide

Are you a hands-on worker who isn’t afraid to get your hands dirty? We want you on our team!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

13d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Electrical Trade Assistant

at WORK - The Recruitment Co.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work with a great crew!
On going work available

Work with a great crew!
On going work available

Electrical Trade Assistants Wanted!

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

18d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Trade Assistants & Mechanical Engineers / Contractors

at Motion Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Northcote, Auckland

$27 - $45 (PAYE or Contractor rates available)

Temporary Roles - Trade Assistants & Mechanical Engineers / Contractors

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Rigger/Dogman

at Smith Crane and Construction

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

$30 – $36 per hour

Immediate start available
Fixed term contract until August 2026
Hawkes Bay location

Immediate start available
Fixed term contract until August 2026
Hawkes Bay location

Immediate start for an experienced Rigger/Dogman. Guaranteed 40 hours per week, with overtime available. Hawke’s Bay, fixed-term until August 2026.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

26d ago

Listed four days ago

Production Operator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28 - $30 p.h. + Paid Lunch Break

Full-Time Hours + Immediate Start + Temp to Perm Opportunity
Weekly Pay Cycle + Carpark Onsite + Paid Lunch Break
On-The-Job Learning Opportunities + On-Going Work

Full-Time Hours + Immediate Start + Temp to Perm Opportunity
Weekly Pay Cycle + Carpark Onsite + Paid Lunch Break
On-The-Job Learning Opportunities + On-Going Work

Work as part of a team safely & efficiently operating machinery to ensure the continuous production of plasterboard. Drive a counterbalance forklift.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

General & Skilled Labourers | Rodney

at Unite Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland

Generous Pay
Great learning opportunity
Experienced and supportive team

Generous Pay
Great learning opportunity
Experienced and supportive team

We are looking for fit and able civil labourers in the South Auckland Region for long term projects.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Electrical Trade Assistant

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Northland

$26-$34 p/h + 8% Holiday Pay + Weekly Pay Cycle
Grow Your Industrial Profile + Access Long-Term Project Opportunities
Supportive, Close-Knit Team + Leading Renewable Electrical Company

$26-$34 p/h + 8% Holiday Pay + Weekly Pay Cycle
Grow Your Industrial Profile + Access Long-Term Project Opportunities
Supportive, Close-Knit Team + Leading Renewable Electrical Company

Recruited byPaul Miller

Looking for an Industrial Electrical Trade Assistant in Northland - Join Our Team!

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

16d ago

Listed six days ago

Junior Cabinet Maker / Joinery Assistant

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Avondale, Auckland

Annual leave, PPE provided

Established company, great work and team culture
Guaranteed work for the next 6 weeks
PPE Provided

Established company, great work and team culture
Guaranteed work for the next 6 weeks
PPE Provided

Junior joinery assistant in Avondale. Cabinet assembly, hand and power tools, site installs. Eager learners welcome. Drug, alcohol & police checks.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Motivated & Experienced Deck and Fence Builders Wanted

at Decks and Fences Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Glenfield, Auckland

$34 per hour

Looking for experienced deck and fence builders to carry out fantastic outdoor projects - Immediate start.

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

Skilled Labourer

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$24-$28

A Competitive Hourly Rate + Paid Weekly + Full PPE Provided
Development Opportunities + On-Going Work For The Right Candidates
City Based And The Wider Christchurch Area Working Locations

A Competitive Hourly Rate + Paid Weekly + Full PPE Provided
Development Opportunities + On-Going Work For The Right Candidates
City Based And The Wider Christchurch Area Working Locations

We are looking for Skilled Labourers with prior experience in construction or civil construction. A mix of short-term and long-term work available!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

7d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Skilled Labourers

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canterbury

$24-$27

Immediate start
Ongoing work
Mulitple sites!

Immediate start
Ongoing work
Mulitple sites!

CanRecruit are on the hunt for some skilled labourers

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

21h ago

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Kiwifruit Seasonal Work - Tauranga Port

* FORKLIFT & REACH TRUCK OPERATORS - AUCKLAND*

Kiwifruit Seasonal Work - Tauranga Port

* FORKLIFT & REACH TRUCK OPERATORS - AUCKLAND*

Labourers and Operators

Gantry Crane Operator

Trade Assistant

Tower Crane Operator

Kiwifruit Forklift Operators - Tauranga Port

Forklift Operators – Heavy Freight (5–10 Tonne Machines)

Warehouse/Stores operative

Engineering Trades Staff Required (Fitter Welders/Fabricators/Pipe Welders)

Frame & Truss Carpenters - Other Long Term Construction Roles!!

Electrical trade assistant

Civil Skilled Labourer

Rigger/Dogman

Civil CCTV Operator

HV Electricians Te Aroha/Hamilton New Zealand

Rail Line Work - Breakbulk

Concrete Cutter Labourer

HV Electricians Te Aroha/Hamilton New Zealand

General Labourer

Electrical Trade Assistant

Trade Assistants & Mechanical Engineers / Contractors

Rigger/Dogman

Production Operator

General & Skilled Labourers | Rodney

Electrical Trade Assistant

Junior Cabinet Maker / Joinery Assistant

Motivated & Experienced Deck and Fence Builders Wanted

Skilled Labourer

Skilled Labourers

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