Core Engineer Mechanical Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

Work for a Kiwi start-up creating innovative, world first technology
We're transforming how farming works; your work directly helps farmers & animals
Work on real projects and build practical skills with hands-on mentorship

Work for a Kiwi start-up creating innovative, world first technology
We're transforming how farming works; your work directly helps farmers & animals
Work on real projects and build practical skills with hands-on mentorship

Work with real-world product that you can see, feel, and touch! We're one of NZ's fastest-growing companies in New Zealand.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed nine days ago

Production Engineering Internship (Mechanical)

at Halter

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work for a Kiwi start-up creating innovative, world first technology
We're transforming how farming works; your work directly helps farmers & animals
Work on real projects and build practical skills with hands-on mentorship

Work for a Kiwi start-up creating innovative, world first technology
We're transforming how farming works; your work directly helps farmers & animals
Work on real projects and build practical skills with hands-on mentorship

Work with real-world product that you can see, feel, and touch! We're one of NZ's fastest-growing companies in New Zealand.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

9d ago

Listed six days ago

Mechanical Fitter/Engineer

at OneStaff Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$40-$45 per hour

Temp-to-permanent pathway
Ongoing work with a great team
Immediate start

Temp-to-permanent pathway
Ongoing work with a great team
Immediate start

Seeking a Mechanical Fitter/Engineer for hydraulic maintenance, repairs, and installations in a hands-on, varied role within a supportive team

Recruited byKrisma Andres

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Fitter Welders

at New Zealand Steel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Glenbrook, Auckland

$44.00 - $52.00

Day shift, Monday–Friday roster
Varied maintenance, fitting, welding and breakdown work
Highly competitive overtime rates

Day shift, Monday–Friday roster
Varied maintenance, fitting, welding and breakdown work
Highly competitive overtime rates

Experienced Fitter Welders required for heavy industrial breakdown and maintenance work at NZ Steel Glenbrook. Trade qualification is essential.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

21h ago

Listed six days ago

Mechanical Fitter

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosedale, Auckland

$65/hr + GST or $52/hr PAYE + mileage paid

Ongoing until end of year, potential to extend
$65/hr + GST or $50/hr PAYE
Mileage reimbursed between sites (approx. 300-400 km/week)

Ongoing until end of year, potential to extend
$65/hr + GST or $50/hr PAYE
Mileage reimbursed between sites (approx. 300-400 km/week)

Long-term Mechanical Fitter role servicing treatment plants across Auckland. Pumps, valves and plant equipment. Good pay. Mileage reimbursed.

Recruited byArtur Karibov

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

Mechanical Fitter

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competative Rates
Weekly Pay
Work for a leading Manufacturing business

Competative Rates
Weekly Pay
Work for a leading Manufacturing business

Seeking a Trade Qualified Mechanical Fitter!

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Fitter (General)

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waitakere & West Auckland, Auckland

NZD 40 - 50 per hour

Pay up to $50 per hour + KiwiSaver
Immediate start
Ongoing support from the Tradestaff team

Pay up to $50 per hour + KiwiSaver
Immediate start
Ongoing support from the Tradestaff team

We are looking for mechanical fitters in Dargaville

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

Listed ten days ago

Mechanical Fitters

at HamiltonJet

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Fixed-term role
Collaborate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Competitive pay and overtime rates

Fixed-term role
Collaborate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Competitive pay and overtime rates

We’re looking for experienced Mechanical Fitters to join our world-class manufacturing team at HamiltonJet on a fixed-term basis.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Engineering / Trades Assistant

at excudo

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

Launch your mechanical engineering career with a hands-on role assisting our hydro power specialist team.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Marine Engineer

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devonport, Auckland

2 months work with potential to extend
Mostly Hands off role with process and safety focus
North Shore location

2 months work with potential to extend
Mostly Hands off role with process and safety focus
North Shore location

2 month contract starting ASAP for a Class 2 or 3 Marine Engineer or Marine Technician. Excellent rates offered!

Recruited byScott Hutton

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22h ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Lead Building Inspector Pre-Purchase / Pre-Sale + Future Business opportunities

at Inspected Residential Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$140 – $180 per hour

Be more than an inspector — help build the business and run your own team
Tech based company that focuses on efficient and effective processes
Backed by proven systems, templates, processes and automations

Be more than an inspector — help build the business and run your own team
Tech based company that focuses on efficient and effective processes
Backed by proven systems, templates, processes and automations

Help launch Inspected Residential Auckland as our lead inspector, with strong income potential, future business and stakeholder opportunities.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty nine days ago

Mechanical Engineering Apprentice

at OneStaff Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Gain a Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
Training and support from experienced staff
Long-term career opportunities

Gain a Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
Training and support from experienced staff
Long-term career opportunities

Dynaflow ENZED is looking for a motivated Mechanical Engineering Apprentice to gain hands-on hydraulic and engineering experience.

Recruited byKrisma Andres

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Commissioning Coordinator

at CHINTEC NEW ZEALAND PTY LIMITED

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Commissioning Coordinator for the large-scale EPC project

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Civil Engineer (Contract) Auckland, Northland

at Civil Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paihia, Northland

At Civil Alliance you’re not buried in a supply chain — A successful and agile company that gives opportunity to contract management.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Welder Fabricator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

$32 - $45 p.h. + ACC + Annual Leave + Kiwisaver

Seeking experienced tradespeople with 5+ years' experience across MIG, TIG, ARC
Competitive pay, steady hours, overtime available
Welder fabricator roles available across Auckland, workshop and site-based

Seeking experienced tradespeople with 5+ years' experience across MIG, TIG, ARC
Competitive pay, steady hours, overtime available
Welder fabricator roles available across Auckland, workshop and site-based

Experienced Welder Fabricators needed across Auckland. 5+ years MIG, TIG and ARC experience. Ongoing work, competitive pay, workshop & site roles.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed ten days ago

Mechanical Fitter

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28 - $35 per hour + 8% Holiday Pay

Immediate start for the right candidate
Iconic New Zealand Engineering/manufacturing company
Potential for long term work

Immediate start for the right candidate
Iconic New Zealand Engineering/manufacturing company
Potential for long term work

Our client is a world renowned marine engineering firm who currently require mechanical fitters for an immediate start.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed eight days ago

Site Supervisor

at Dematic Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Site based role
Global company
Exposure to cutting edge technology, automation and innovation

Site based role
Global company
Exposure to cutting edge technology, automation and innovation

Fantastic opportunity for experienced Site Supervisor for global logistics leader in automation and engineering

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior (Level 3) IT Support Engineer

at Swerve

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosedale, Auckland

Work across a variety of interesting clients, industries, and technologies
Close-knit team with real impact and growth opportunities
6-month contract with strong potential to become permanent

Work across a variety of interesting clients, industries, and technologies
Close-knit team with real impact and growth opportunities
6-month contract with strong potential to become permanent

We love people and technology! Join our North Shore-based MSP, taking on varied Level 3 challenges and turn a 6-month contract into a permanent role.

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support

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

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Production Technician (Manufacturing)

at Programmed Offshore

This is a Contract/Temp job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Hourly + shift allowance may apply

Wellness initiatives including on-site nurse and physio
Weekly pay + free parking
Full training provided

Wellness initiatives including on-site nurse and physio
Weekly pay + free parking
Full training provided

You will operate, monitor and maintain your own machine, playing a crucial role in the manufacturing process.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Welder

at Remarkable People Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Competitive Pay: Earn a great hourly rate with potential for overtime.
Career Development: Receive on-the-job training and opportunities.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible shifts that fit your lifestyle.

Competitive Pay: Earn a great hourly rate with potential for overtime.
Career Development: Receive on-the-job training and opportunities.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible shifts that fit your lifestyle.

We're seeking a skilled and reliable Welder to join our client's team in Wellington.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Commercial Project Manager - MRO

at Salus Aviation Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ardmore, Auckland

Exciting opportunity in Aviation
Progressive, rapidly growing company
Competitive Salary

Exciting opportunity in Aviation
Progressive, rapidly growing company
Competitive Salary

If you thrive in complex environments, driving outcomes and contributing to the future of aviation services then this role is for you!

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed eight days ago

CNC Machinist

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Industry leading business
Weekly Pay
Immediate Start

Industry leading business
Weekly Pay
Immediate Start

We are looking for skilled machinists with proven experience setting and operating CNC machinery

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

FIFO Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Field Service

at Premium Mechanical Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

FIFO to WA Mines + Paying up to $90PH
Flight packages from AU/NZ capital cities + Paid super on all hours worked
MUST have experience on CAT machinery

FIFO to WA Mines + Paying up to $90PH
Flight packages from AU/NZ capital cities + Paid super on all hours worked
MUST have experience on CAT machinery

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

13d ago

Listed ten days ago

Electronics Engineering Internship 2026/2027

at Halter

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$28 per hour

Work for a Kiwi start-up creating innovative, world first technology
We're transforming how farming works; your work directly helps farmers & animals
Work on real projects and build practical skills with hands-on mentorship

Work for a Kiwi start-up creating innovative, world first technology
We're transforming how farming works; your work directly helps farmers & animals
Work on real projects and build practical skills with hands-on mentorship

Work with real-world product that you can see, feel, and touch! We're one of NZ's fastest-growing companies in New Zealand.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed four days ago

Service Technician

at Autotest Servicing NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $35 per hour

Service Technician - Automotive Industry (12 month fixed‑term contract - potential to continue beyond).

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed ten days ago

Firmware Engineering Internship 2026/2027

at Halter

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$28 per hour

Work for a Kiwi start-up creating innovative, world first technology
We're transforming how farming works; your work directly helps farmers & animals
Work on real projects and build practical skills with hands-on mentorship

Work for a Kiwi start-up creating innovative, world first technology
We're transforming how farming works; your work directly helps farmers & animals
Work on real projects and build practical skills with hands-on mentorship

Work with real-world product that you can see, feel, and touch! We're one of NZ's fastest-growing companies in New Zealand.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed three days ago