Dam Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Sep 2026

Listed five days ago

CAD Detailer

This is a Contract/Temp job

Great Pay($32–$38/hour)
Immediate start available.
Weekly Pay Cycle

Seeking a CAD Detailer ($32–$38/hr) with joinery or drafting experience to create production-ready Cabinet Vision models and shop drawings fo

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Freshwater Biosecurity Ambassador

at Madison Recruitment Limited

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)

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Graduate Engineer ME,PhD - Pilot Plant Operator: Mechanical or Process Engineer

at Upward

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$38 – $40 per hour

Hands-on role operating and optimising an innovative 500L pilot plant
Help turn geothermal gases into sustainable, high-value biofeedstocks
Work alongside leading geothermal experts on technology with global potential

Help turn geothermal gases into sustainable biofeedstocks in a hands-on pilot plant role for a recent engineering Masters or PhD graduate.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Geothermal Geologist - Hydrogeologist

at GeoExchange NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

$110,000 – $130,000 per year

Be part of the team leading NZs energy transition
Diverse project role with mix of site and office
Significant opportunity for professional growth

Project Lead on a MBIE funded geothermal drilling project in the Bay of Plenty, taking it from tender to results. NZ$110K-$130K + vehicle & phone

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Summer Project Assistant - Water Services

at Rotorua Lakes Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$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)

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Drainlayer's Assistant

at Blokhaus

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Great Pay($28–$32/hour)
Weekly Pay Cycle
Positive Team Environment

Seeking an Assistant Drainlayer in Canterbury for full-time civil projects ($28–$32/hr)

subClassification: PlumbersPlumbers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Pipeline Project Roles

at Greymouth Petroleum Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waitara, Taranaki

Pipeline project roles available in North Taranaki.

subClassification: Oil & Gas - OperationsOil & Gas - Operations classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

23d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Irrigation Skilled Worker

at Diverse Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ashburton, Canterbury

Learn specialised irrigation & mainline skill
Agricultural, civil, plumbing & labouring backgrounds welcome
6-month role with potential to go permanent

Join a leading irrigation team across Canterbury. 6-month placement with potential to go permanent. Practical/agricultural backgrounds welcome.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Project Manager

at Projects IQ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill Central, Southland(Hybrid)

$100 – $140 per hour

Take ownership of high-profile projects with national significance, navigating complex consenting challenges that enable major industrial operations.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Construction(Construction)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty five days ago

Drainlayer

at Tech 5 Recruitment Auckland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

NZD 30 per hour

Work on large-scale wastewater and civil drainage projects
Hands-on role installing large civil and wastewater pipes
Albany-based role for an experienced Drainlayer

Experienced Drainlayer wanted in Albany. Work on large wastewater projects with an experienced civil construction team. Apply now!

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed nineteen days ago

Draingage Foreperson

at Remarkable People Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rest of Wellington Region, Wellington

Opportunity for growth with an industry leading client in Wairarapa.
Health, safety and wellbeing is our number one priority.
Competitive renumeration based on experience.

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Drainage Foreperson to join our client's established team in Wairarapa.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors classification: Construction(Construction)

19d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Drainage and Water Reticulation

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

NZD 50 - 60 per hour

Water Articulation
Qualified Drainlayer
Class 2 WTR

Qualified Drainlayer working on water reticulation, trenching and pipe installation projects across the Bay of Plenty.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Marine Engineers - Deepwater Fishing Vessels

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!
Flights paid for within NZ every trip

As a Marine Engineer, you'll play a vital role in keeping our vessels running at their best. Working aboard scampi vessels, trawlers, or longliners.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Drainlayer

at Tradestaff

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

NZD 35 - 42 per hour

Trade qualified
Hands on experience
Pay range $35 to $40

subClassification: Contracts ManagementContracts Management classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Qualified Deck Hand (QFD)

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Structured 6–12 week rotations with time at home between trips

As a Qualified Deckhand, you'll be hands-on ensuring smooth operations on deck, working across our fleet of vessels located in Timaru or Tauranga.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

3d ago

Listed eight days ago

Drainlayer

at Franklin Smith

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canterbury

NZD 35 per hour

Experienced Drainlayers wanted. Build major underground infrastructure projects. $35–$37/hr with long-term career opportunities.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Principal Engineer – Building Strengthening Project

at HamiltonJet

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

A project that matters to the whole business
Work for a global industry leader in marine propulsion
Genuine end-to-end ownership of a high-profile project

Global industry leader in marine propulsion, trusted in 120+ countries, with skilled professionals who value teamwork & continuous improvement

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23d ago

Listed three days ago

Water Serviceperson

at Tech 5 Recruitment Auckland

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

NZD 29.90 per hour

Weekly Pay
Work with a reputable company
Supportive team

Maintain and repair water networks in Canterbury. Install pipes, fix leaks, and support site work.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Qualified Deck Hand (QFD)

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Structured 6–12 week rotations with time at home between trips

As a Qualified Deckhand, you'll be hands-on ensuring smooth operations on deck, working across our fleet of vessels located in Timaru or Tauranga.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

3d ago

Listed five 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 (typically up to 6 weeks on, 6 weeks off)
Paid a daily sea-day rate + tonnage-based bonus linked to catch performance
Travel within NZ to/from the vessel is reimbursed

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)

5d ago

Listed five 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 (typically up to 6 weeks on, 6 weeks off)
Paid a daily sea-day rate + tonnage-based bonus linked to catch performance
Travel within NZ to/from the vessel is reimbursed

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)

5d ago

Listed five 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 (typically up to 6 weeks on, 6 weeks off)
Paid a daily sea-day rate + tonnage-based bonus linked to catch performance
Travel within NZ to/from the vessel is reimbursed

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)

5d ago

Listed ten days ago