On Site Basis Engineering Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

Listed two days ago

Project Engineer - Contract

at Lawson Williams

This is a Contract/Temp job

Avondale, Auckland

Full project responsibility and autonomy. ASAP start.
Interesting production and facilities improvement opportunity.
We regarded organisation, you will work closely with key decision makers.

Full project responsibility and autonomy. ASAP start.
Interesting production and facilities improvement opportunity.
We regarded organisation, you will work closely with key decision makers.

Immediate start, broad based project engineering role for high growth Nutraceuticals manufacturer.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed eighteen 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)

18d ago

Listed two days ago

EOI Qualified Fabricators

at Magnetic

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

NZD 45 - 60 per hour

Level 4 Qualified Fabricators for Auckland CBD contract roles
Heavy, marine or structural fabrication experience required
$45–$60/hr, 3–9 month contracts with immediate start potential

Level 4 Qualified Fabricators for Auckland CBD contract roles
Heavy, marine or structural fabrication experience required
$45–$60/hr, 3–9 month contracts with immediate start potential

Level 4 Fabricators wanted for 3–9 month Auckland CBD contracts. Heavy, marine or structural experience.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Operations Support Specialist

at Channel Infrastructure NZ

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

One Tree Point, Northland

- Competitive remuneration package
High-impact role on a major redevelopment with room to grow

- Competitive remuneration package
High-impact role on a major redevelopment with room to grow

Provide operational support to deliver the Marsden Point site redevelopment.

subClassification: Oil & Gas - OperationsOil & Gas - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

23d ago

Listed four days ago

PC Deployment Engineer (6M+ Contract)- Junior/Intermediate

at Sourced | IT Recruitment Specialists

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Contract role, onsite at Christchurch office
Hands-on opportunities in a major PC deployment project
Great business to work for, backed by excellent leadership and technology

Contract role, onsite at Christchurch office
Hands-on opportunities in a major PC deployment project
Great business to work for, backed by excellent leadership and technology

Join a dynamic team as a contract PC Deployment Engineer. Immediate onsite involvement in a key and large scale project.

Recruited byAlia Leilani

subClassification: Networks & Systems AdministrationNetworks & Systems Administration

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

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Technical Support Engineer

at Optic Digital

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

12-month independent contract (40 hours per week) onsite in Hamilton City
An 800-strong onsite business unit with some regional office support
From day to day BAU to training and projects - you'll sit across it all!

12-month independent contract (40 hours per week) onsite in Hamilton City
An 800-strong onsite business unit with some regional office support
From day to day BAU to training and projects - you'll sit across it all!

Keep the digital workplace running smoothly by applying expert support for devices, Win 11, M365 & SharePoint—onsite, remote, and always user-first

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support

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

2d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Site Engineer

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hutt Central, Wellington

Long term opportunity + Career growth potential!
Competitive weekly pay + PPE provided
Help to shape Wellington's Future!!

Long term opportunity + Career growth potential!
Competitive weekly pay + PPE provided
Help to shape Wellington's Future!!

Experienced Civil Site Engineer delivering safe, high‑quality civil projects, coordinating teams, subcontractors and site operations end to end.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Site Operations Manager - 6 month Fixed Term

at Convergence

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

Lead operations, engineering, production, supply chain & health and safety
Manukau Location
Immediate Start - 6 month fixed term contract

Lead operations, engineering, production, supply chain & health and safety
Manukau Location
Immediate Start - 6 month fixed term contract

6-month contract leading full site operations in a fast-paced FMCG environment, ensuring stability during a business transition.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

1d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Fabricator/Welder

at Techtrade Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

GST or PAYE rates available

3 - 9 month contracts starting immediately
GST or PAYE rates available
Auckland based roles

3 - 9 month contracts starting immediately
GST or PAYE rates available
Auckland based roles

Looking for Qualified Boilermakers or Fabricators for heavy fabrication & welding contracts on large engineering projects.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

24d ago

Listed ten days ago

Boatbuilder

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devonport, Auckland

Immediate Start

Competitive Rates on Offer PAYE or GST
Immediate start + Potential to extend
North Shore Location

Competitive Rates on Offer PAYE or GST
Immediate start + Potential to extend
North Shore Location

Experienced Carpenters needed for work on naval and commercial ships, barges, and yachts. Temp contract with strong potential to extend.

subClassification: Carpentry & Cabinet MakingCarpentry & Cabinet Making

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

CIMIC Group Undergraduate Program 2027 - NZ

at CIMIC Graduates - CPB Contractors

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Clear Career Progression & Learning Opportunities
Engage in Purposeful, Meaningful Work
Supportive Leadership & Strong Culture

Clear Career Progression & Learning Opportunities
Engage in Purposeful, Meaningful Work
Supportive Leadership & Strong Culture

Nau mai, haere mai — be part of something bigger! Join our award‑winning CIMIC Undergraduate Program, commencing 2027.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Engineering Trade Assistant

at OneStaff Christchurch

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$24 - $30 per hour + 8% Holiday Pay

Immediate start for the right candidate
Hands-on mechanical experience
Top Engineering/Manufacturing companies within Christchurch

Immediate start for the right candidate
Hands-on mechanical experience
Top Engineering/Manufacturing companies within Christchurch

Are you looking for a hands-on role in Mechanical Engineering that will give you valuable industry experience. We have short term or long-term

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23d ago

Listed ten days ago

Project Engineer Transportation

at Western Bay of Plenty District Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Be part of strengthening our district's future resilience
Collaborate with great people to make a real impact
How does five weeks annual leave sound?

Be part of strengthening our district's future resilience
Collaborate with great people to make a real impact
How does five weeks annual leave sound?

We are seeking a hands-on problem solver to join our transportation team for a fixed term of twelve months.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Trade Assistant

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

Competitive hourly rates + ongoing work opportunit

Ongoing contract work across multiple projects
Competitive hourly rates + varied environments
Mechanical or electrical background preferred

Ongoing contract work across multiple projects
Competitive hourly rates + varied environments
Mechanical or electrical background preferred

Contract roles for skilled Trade Assistants in Auckland. Some temp to perm opportunities. Mechanical or electrical experience preferred.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

15d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Loan Kit Technician

at Johnson & Johnson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

1 year contract potential to extend
Exciting learning opportunity
Recent graduates welcome!

1 year contract potential to extend
Exciting learning opportunity
Recent graduates welcome!

If you are looking to learn more about the pharmaceutical industry and want to be a part of a fast paced team, we encourage you to apply!

subClassification: Pharmaceuticals & Medical DevicesPharmaceuticals & Medical Devices

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

17d ago

Listed one day ago

Site Manager – Earthquake Strengthening Project - Timaru

at Alignz Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Full time project with an opportunity to go Permanent
Great hourly rate for the right skill set
Work for a great Company with work culture

Full time project with an opportunity to go Permanent
Great hourly rate for the right skill set
Work for a great Company with work culture

Site Manager – Earthquake Strengthening Project - Timaru

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Infrastructure Engineer

at HCL Australia Services Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$120,000 – $130,000 per year

Infrastructure Engineer

subClassification: Networks & Systems AdministrationNetworks & Systems Administration

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

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Warehouse Schedular (Fixed Term)

at Abodo Wood Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ohinewai, Waikato

6-month fixed term cover to support the Abodo team
Learn from experienced industry leaders and grow your skillset
Work culture in which you thrive

6-month fixed term cover to support the Abodo team
Learn from experienced industry leaders and grow your skillset
Work culture in which you thrive

Hands-on scheduling role coordinating production flow to deliver customer orders on time in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

4d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Connections Co-ordinator

at Northpower Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

8 months fixed term role
Located in East Tamaki
Join an inclusive, supportive organisation with excellent benefits

8 months fixed term role
Located in East Tamaki
Join an inclusive, supportive organisation with excellent benefits

Fixed-term Connections Co-ordinator role supporting Design Projects with admin, data, invoicing and stakeholder coordination until March 2027.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

17d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Brian Perry Civil

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ashburton, Canterbury

Salary + vehicle

Deliver major bridge and link‑road works on the 2AB project
Be part of a team shaping critical transport improvements for the region
Range of employee benefits and development opportunities

Deliver major bridge and link‑road works on the 2AB project
Be part of a team shaping critical transport improvements for the region
Range of employee benefits and development opportunities

Build key stages of the 2AB bridge and link road project. Based in Ashburton

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Commercial Manager Operations

at Downer EDI Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Seaview, Wellington

Opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to support water/utilities
Fixed term position
Play a key role in driving performance, value, and risk management

Opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to support water/utilities
Fixed term position
Play a key role in driving performance, value, and risk management

An exciting opportunity has presented itself for a Commercial Manager Operations on a Fixed term basis located Wellington NZ.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

19d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Baader Technician - San Granit (Deep Sea Fishing Vessel)

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Flight costs to be reimbursed each trip

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Flight costs to be reimbursed each trip

As a Baader Technician, you'll play a critical role in supporting factory operations, ensuring onboard processing machinery is operated and maintained

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Baader Technician - San Granit (Deep Sea Fishing Vessel)

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Flight costs to be reimbursed each trip

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Flight costs to be reimbursed each trip

As a Baader Technician, you'll play a critical role in supporting factory operations, ensuring onboard processing machinery is operated and maintained

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Baader Technician - San Granit (Deep Sea Fishing Vessel)

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!
Attractive remuneration on offer

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Attractive remuneration on offer

As a Baader Technician, you'll play a critical role in supporting factory operations, ensuring onboard processing machinery is operated and maintained

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

12d ago

24 basis engineering jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp, On Site

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Project Engineer - Contract

General Mechanical Engineer

EOI Qualified Fabricators

Operations Support Specialist

PC Deployment Engineer (6M+ Contract)- Junior/Intermediate

Technical Support Engineer

Site Engineer

Site Operations Manager - 6 month Fixed Term

Fabricator/Welder

Boatbuilder

CIMIC Group Undergraduate Program 2027 - NZ

Engineering Trade Assistant

Project Engineer Transportation

Trade Assistant

Loan Kit Technician

Site Manager – Earthquake Strengthening Project - Timaru

Infrastructure Engineer

Warehouse Schedular (Fixed Term)

Connections Co-ordinator

Senior Project Engineer

Commercial Manager Operations

Baader Technician - San Granit (Deep Sea Fishing Vessel)

Baader Technician - San Granit (Deep Sea Fishing Vessel)

Baader Technician - San Granit (Deep Sea Fishing Vessel)

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