55 climate friendly jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp

at Madison Recruitment Limited

Negotiable - independent contractor engagement

Represent NZ's aluminium sector directly with government decision-makers
Flexible part-time role - approx. one day/week, independent contractor
Remote, flexible working — home-based with occasional travel

Champion NZ's aluminium manufacturing sector as ALENZ's Independent Chair & Manager — lead national advocacy, governance and industry strategy.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

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Listed four days ago

Freshwater Biosecurity Ambassador

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Temporary assignment from Nov 2026 - Feb 2027
Travel around Canterbury
Engage with the community on a daily basis

Make a difference to Canterbury's freshwater environments. Travel, engage with communities, and protect our waterways.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Marine Biosecurity Ambassador

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Temporary assignment from Nov 2026 to Feb 2027
Travel around Canterbury
Engage with the community on a daily basis

Passionate about protecting Canterbury’s marine environment? Engage with boaters, promote biosecurity, support communities, and make a real impact.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Summer Project Assistant - Partnerships & Programmes

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Science Alive Charitable Trust

$24.79 – $27.17 per hour

Our Work Placement Program will run until February 27 and is a fantastic opportunity for you to experience what a career in local government could be

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Curriculum Writer - Science (Remote)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Research and write digital STEAM lessons for Years 7–8 learners aligned to the refreshed Aotearoa New Zealand Curriculum.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

17d ago

Listed five days ago

HSE Advisor

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$120,000 – $135,000 per year

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!

We are seeking an Experienced HSE Advisor to maintain our company culture focused on Safety and Zero Harm principles and join our growing team!

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Wildlife Keeper

at Isaac Construction Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Harewood, Canterbury

Competitive hourly rate

Be part of a great culture working in a collaborative environment
Care for your local environment
Work where no two days are the same!

Christchurch based. Hands-on, practical & love wild birds? Put your skills to work as our Handy Person/Keeper. Every day brings something different!

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

9d ago

Listed six days ago

Programme Development Lead - Predator Free in Tāmaki Makaurau

at NEXT Foundation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$150,000 – $200,000 per year

This is a 12 month fixed term role Lead programme development and technical planning for Predator Free in Tāmaki Makaurau.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

6d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Ranger (Fixed-Term) (Seasonal)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kaikoura, Canterbury

Based on Kaikōura Peninsula Field Base
Help protect New Zealand fur seals and other native wildlife
Spend your days outdoors on the stunning Kaikōura Peninsula

Help protect one of New Zealand's most iconic coastal wildlife areas through visitor education, advocacy, and compliance activities.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Summer Project Assistant - Water Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

$24.79 – $27.17 per hour

Our Work Placement Program will run until February 27 and is a fantastic opportunity for you to experience what a career in local government could be

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Ranger | Tūtei (Fixed Term)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Motueka, Tasman

$61189 - $67446 p.a.

Enjoy a unique outdoor role where no two days are the same
Develop hands-on conservation expertise in a rewarding ranger role
Fixed Term Opportunity - till end of May 2027

Call Abel Tasman National Park your office, with Great Walks, beautiful wildlife and crystal-clear waters at your doorstep.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Ranger Campground (Fixed-Term) (Seasonal)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Renwick, Marlborough

Play a key role in creating memorable experiences for visitors
Work in a stunning coastal environment at Marfells Beach and Rarangi Campgrounds
2x fixed-term part-time opportunities December 2026 to April 2027

Hands-on roles where you'll help maintain campground facilities, provide excellent customer service to visitors

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Summer Project Assistant - Waste & Climate Change

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

$24.79 – $27.17 per hour

Our Work Placement Program will run until February 27 and is a fantastic opportunity for you to experience what a career in local government could be

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Policy Advisor | Building System Performance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Salary: $75,114 - $93,724 + KiwiSaver (pro-rated)

Opportunity to develop and hone your regulatory and legislative policy skills
Engage directly with stakeholders to improve outcomes for the building sector
Fun and collaborative team

Provide insightful policy advice, solve complex issues, and work with stakeholders to shape effective government policy

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Visitor Centre Ranger (Fixed Term)

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Coast

Deliver exceptional visitor experiences in Paparoa National Park
Join a passionate team connecting people with nature
Fixed-term opportunities through to May 2027

Help visitors discover Paparoa National Park by providing expert advice, promoting conservation, and delivering outstanding customer service.

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Ranger Campground (Fixed-Term) (Seasonal)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Takaka, Tasman

Based at Tōtaranui Campground in Abel Tasman National Park
1x fixed-term full-time Campground Office ranger
2x fixed-term full-time Campground Ranger

We have three roles available at Tōtaranui Campground in Abel Tasman National Park: two Campground Ranger positions and one Campground Office Ranger

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Ranger (Fixed-Term) (Seasonal)

Stewart Island, Southland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Spend your days outdoors in unique conservation landscapes
Based on Rakiura Stewart Island
Live and work on stunning Rakiura/Stewart Island Spend your days outdoors in un

Working alongside an experienced team, you'll carry out practical field-based work including track maintenance, hut and facility upkeep

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed five days ago

Ranger (Fixed-Term) (Seasonal)

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown, Otago

Spend your days outdoors, not behind a desk
Diverse hands-on work across a variety of visitor sites
Fixed term, full-time role October - May 2027 based in Queenstown

Maintain visitor amenities and recreation sites across the Wakatipu District!

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Advisor - Information Requests – Fixed Term – Flexible location

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Tarewa Dairy Farm Ltd - Tarewa

Join a high-performing team driving transparency and trust
(ideally) Wellington-based; WFH 2–3 days, fixed-term to 26 February 2027
Advisor salary $85,150-$94,612 (pro rata), based on experience

Use your critical thinking and analytical skills in a role where your work directly supports transparency, accountability, and public trust.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed four days ago

Rural Business Performance & Compliance Manager

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cambridge, Waikato(Hybrid)

$50 – $65 per hour

Rural Business Performance & Compliance Manager; reporting, governance, compliance, & continuous improvement for growing family-owned dairy business

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

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Independent Chair & Manager - ALENZ

at Aluminium Extruders Association of New Zealand (ALENZ)

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Ngati Pahauwera Commercial Development

Negotiable - independent contractor engagement

Represent NZ's aluminium sector directly with government decision-makers
Flexible part-time role - approx. one day/week, independent contractor
Remote, flexible working — home-based with occasional travel

Champion NZ's aluminium manufacturing sector as ALENZ's Independent Chair & Manager — lead national advocacy, governance and industry strategy.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

5d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Independent Director

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay(Hybrid)

Experienced Independent Director to join governance team at Māori organisation.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Research Fellow - R13200.01

at Auckland University Of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$81,000 - $115,000 per annum

1.5-2 year fixed-term
Professional development opportunities
Work under a variety of experts and in collaboration with institutions in NZ

We are looking for a research fellow For a highly interdisciplinary project on researching novel methods to measure fluid transport in trees

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Advisor Wellbeing – Fixed Term – Wellington Region

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Be part of an organisation dedicated to serving our communities
We Are Better Together – Whanaungatanga
Salary range $99,326 - $110,362 (pro rata), dependent on skills & experience

Use your experience in Safety Health and Wellbeing in a supported position. This is a varied role with no 2 days the same!

subClassification: Occupational Health & SafetyOccupational Health & Safety classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Summer Project Assistant - Consenting Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

$24.79 – $27.17 per hour

Our Work Placement Program will run until February 27 and is a fantastic opportunity for you to experience what a career in local government could be

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Ranger Community - Tongariro (Fixed term)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ohakune, Manawatu

Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Make a positive impact in your community
Fixed Term, full-time role through to May 2027 | based in Ohakune

Inspire conservation action, strengthen community connections, and make a lasting impact for nature.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

6d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

HSEQ & Compliance Systems Coordinator - 6 month fixed term

at Kinetic

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work with an employer of choice
Work with one of ANZ's leading transport operators
Competitive salary

Kinetic is seeking a dedicated HSEQ & Compliance Systems Coordinator on a 6 month fixed term basis.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

19d ago

Listed two days ago

Regional Representative — Te Anau and Waiau Catchment

at QEII National Trust

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Anau, Southland(Remote)

$62.10 per hour

Help protect some of Aotearoa’s most outstanding private land ecosystems
Join New Zealand’s leading private land conservation organisation
Flexible contracting opportunity with excellent work/life balance

Use your ecology, land management and relationship building expertise to help protect and enhance biodiversity on private land.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

2d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Hut Warden (Fixed-Term) (Seasonal)