200 council temp jobs in New Zealand

Deliver work programmes as the specialist for this fast-moving business unit
Lead the lift of delivery maturity across the team
5 weeks annual leave + flexible working arrangements

Deliver work programmes as the specialist for this fast-moving business unit
Lead the lift of delivery maturity across the team
5 weeks annual leave + flexible working arrangements

Join this forward-focused team and be the bridge between strategy & delivery – transform work programmes into executable plans.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

Featured

Listed fourteen days ago

Customer Service Representative

at Hutt City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington(Hybrid)

Opportunity to make a positive impact in our community
Fun, cohesive team environment
Hybrid working options & wellbeing perks

Opportunity to make a positive impact in our community
Fun, cohesive team environment
Hybrid working options & wellbeing perks

Customer Service Representative (Fixed Term to June 2027) – Join a fun, supportive team delivering great customer service.

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

14d ago

Listed seven days ago

Temps Temps Temps

at EMERGENT

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Full time short-term job opportunities
Working within standard business hours
Various locations across Auckland

Full time short-term job opportunities
Working within standard business hours
Various locations across Auckland

Are you searching for meaningful connections with New Zealand's most reputable businesses? We have full-time roles between $28-$45 ph, starting ASAP!

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

7d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Community Compliance Warden

This is a Contract/Temp job

NZD 30 per hour

Be a visible presence in the community patrolling Auckland CBD
Temp assignment - ASAP start until September 2026
Working rotating rosters between 7am - 10pm 7 days a week

Be a visible presence in the community patrolling Auckland CBD
Temp assignment - ASAP start until September 2026
Working rotating rosters between 7am - 10pm 7 days a week

Community-focused role enhancing CBD safety through proactive patrols, respectful engagement, and support for people in need.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

28d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Contact Centre Officer

at Taupo District Council

This is a Full time job

Taupo, Waikato

+ a generous total rewards proposition

Live, work and thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Great people; Great culture; Great community
Join us for a rewarding career full of opportunities to develop

Live, work and thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Great people; Great culture; Great community
Join us for a rewarding career full of opportunities to develop

If you share our commitment to putting the customer experience first, you'll be a great fit here!

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

10d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Nework Team Member | North - West - Central

This is a Part time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

$29.32+/h & Council Benefits

Keep Aucklander motivated and engaged in our busy, growing Leisure Centre
Great development opportunities, benefits, and hands‑on event experience
Competitive rate (over $30/h from Sept 2026) and Council Benefits

Keep Aucklander motivated and engaged in our busy, growing Leisure Centre
Great development opportunities, benefits, and hands‑on event experience
Competitive rate (over $30/h from Sept 2026) and Council Benefits

Inspire our community, and get Aucklanders moving with purpose

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

8h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Temporary Administrators & Receptionists

This is a Contract/Temp job

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A range of short and long term assignments with competitive hourly rates
Grow your skills and network across various industries

Register with us to stay informed about the latest temp roles!
A range of short and long term assignments with competitive hourly rates
Grow your skills and network across various industries

We are seeking reliable Administrators, Coordinators, & Receptionists for upcoming temporary positions in Auckland

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

14d ago

Listed three days ago

Temp Admin

at Alpha Recruitment - NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Work in a busy environment
A chance to learn and grow your career
Immediate start in a temp position

Work in a busy environment
A chance to learn and grow your career
Immediate start in a temp position

Short term temp role

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Administration Officer

at Education Review Office

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Work with dedicated people who are passionate about their work
Strong customer focus, results-driven and enjoys working in a team environment
Fixed term role for 12 months

Work with dedicated people who are passionate about their work
Strong customer focus, results-driven and enjoys working in a team environment
Fixed term role for 12 months

Join an organisation contributing to meaningful outcomes to improve learning for children and young adults across Aotearoa New Zealand

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Temporary Administrators (North Shore)

Rodney & North Shore, Auckland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Grow your skills and network across various industries
Competitive hourly rates & weekly pay
Join our temp pool and keep your admin career moving forward

Grow your skills and network across various industries
Competitive hourly rates & weekly pay
Join our temp pool and keep your admin career moving forward

We are seeking reliable Administrators, Coordinators, & Receptionists for upcoming temporary positions on the North Shore

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Customer Experience Officer

at Taupo District Council

This is a Part time job

Taupo, Waikato

+ a generous total rewards proposition

Live, work and thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Great people; Great culture; Great community
Join us for a rewarding career full of opportunities to develop

Live, work and thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Great people; Great culture; Great community
Join us for a rewarding career full of opportunities to develop

If you share our commitment to putting the customer experience first, you'll be a great fit here!

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Early Resolution Officer | Āpiha Whakataunga Moata - 12 month fixed term

at Utilities Disputes Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Great culture
Central location
Opportunity for development

Great culture
Central location
Opportunity for development

Become an Early Resolution Officer | Āpiha Whakataunga Moata at UDL. Resolve complaints, support customers, and make a difference.

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

2d ago

Listed four hours ago

Administrator

at Brian Perry Civil

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Run project office admin and document control end to end
Support delivery across major civil projects
Fixed term role through to end of June 2028

Run project office admin and document control end to end
Support delivery across major civil projects
Fixed term role through to end of June 2028

Own project admin, manage documents, and support delivery on civil projects through to June 2027.

subClassification: Records Management & Document ControlRecords Management & Document Control

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

4h ago

Listed six days ago

Receptionist

at Alpha Recruitment - NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

8am-5pm Mon-Fri
Centrally based in Newmarket
Free Parking onsite

8am-5pm Mon-Fri
Centrally based in Newmarket
Free Parking onsite

Immediate start long term temp assignment for an experienced receptionist / administrator!

subClassification: ReceptionistsReceptionists

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

6d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Animal Shelter Officer Office focused - Manukau Shelter

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$69,000 to $72,000 p/a plus benefits

Join a passionate team that values compassion and care
Make a real impact in animal welfare every day
Permanent Full-time

Join a passionate team that values compassion and care
Make a real impact in animal welfare every day
Permanent Full-time

Join Manukau Animal Shelter as an Officer—care for dogs, support vet work, and promote responsible ownership in a dedicated team.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

13d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Customer Services Officer Fixed Term

at Horizons Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Great people skills? We've got the role for you.
Customer service, variety, and community focus in one role.
Working together for a better environment across our region

Great people skills? We've got the role for you.
Customer service, variety, and community focus in one role.
Working together for a better environment across our region

Join our Customer Services team supporting our communities, solve problems, and deliver exceptional service in a rewarding fixed-term role.

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

2d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Facilities Assistant - Fixed Term

at Pinehurst School

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Auckland

We are looking for a Fixed Term Facilities Assistant for a period of 8 weeks. This is a key support role in our Property and Facilities team.

subClassification: Body Corporate & Facilities ManagementBody Corporate & Facilities Management

classification: Real Estate & Property(Real Estate & Property)

9h ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Temporary Administrator

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

NZD 28 - 30 per hour

Central office in CBD
Varied role with exposure to multiple business functions
Great entry point for recent graduates

Central office in CBD
Varied role with exposure to multiple business functions
Great entry point for recent graduates

Gain hands-on experience across reception, admin, and office support in an entry level role

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

21d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Customer Support Officer

at Environment Canterbury

This is a Full time job

Life, and Income Protection Insurance

Manage LGOIMA information requests
Put the customer & community at the heart of what you do
Work in a positive team environment

Manage LGOIMA information requests
Put the customer & community at the heart of what you do
Work in a positive team environment

Make a valuable contribution to our Customer Support Team

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Information and Record Management Coordinator

at Frog Recruitment - Auckland

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Cultivate – SEEK Medium Agency of the Year 2023 & 2024

$40 per hour

3 Month Temp Assignment | Work for a smaller government agency

subClassification: Records Management & Document ControlRecords Management & Document Control

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

7d ago

Listed two days ago

Parking Officer

at Timaru District Council

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

We are looking for a Parking Officer to join the team and enforce parking regulations throughout the district!

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Administrator

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Beyond Recruitment - NZ’s best career opportunities – jobs all over Aotearoa

$30ph + 8% holiday pay (paid weekly!)

Kick-start your finance career with hands-on compliance work
Two temp roles available | Wellington CBD | Start ASAP
$30 per hour + 8% holiday pay (paid weekly!)

Kick-start your finance career with hands-on compliance work
Two temp roles available | Wellington CBD | Start ASAP
$30 per hour + 8% holiday pay (paid weekly!)

Work with a welcoming whānau on a short-term compliance project in Wellington CBD. Great team culture and real-world finance experience.

Recruited byChelsea Widjaja

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

22d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Frontline Office Administrators

This is a Contract/Temp job

Showcase your fantastic frontline reception & administrative skill set
Temporary Opportunities with immediate starts are on offer
Have fun supporting teams who really value your expertise

Showcase your fantastic frontline reception & administrative skill set
Temporary Opportunities with immediate starts are on offer
Have fun supporting teams who really value your expertise

Are you an experienced Frontline Administrator looking for yur next opportunity? Fantastic hourly rates

subClassification: ReceptionistsReceptionists

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

13d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Administration Roles

at Ryan Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

$26-$38 P/H + KiwiSaver + Holiday Pay + Weekly Pay

Opportunities With Organisations Across Christchurch
Temp With The Support of A Team That Cares
Grow Your Experience Within Varied Industries

Opportunities With Organisations Across Christchurch
Temp With The Support of A Team That Cares
Grow Your Experience Within Varied Industries

Bring your proven administration skills to temporary roles with some of Christchurch's leading organisations.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

24d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Event Facilitator

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fixed-term full-time opportunity

Support community events across South/West Auckland
Build relationships and guide event organisers through the permitting process
Fixed-term full-time opportunity - through to 9 July 2027

Support community events across South/West Auckland
Build relationships and guide event organisers through the permitting process
Fixed-term full-time opportunity - through to 9 July 2027

Join a collaborative team where your enthusiasm, communication skills and drive will help create successful community events

subClassification: Event ManagementEvent Management

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Regulatory Support Officer

This is a Full time job

Support regulatory workflows and financial query resolution for Building Consents

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

10d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty eight days ago

More Than Temp Work – Welcome to Huntress

at Huntress Recruitment Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job