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

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Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Composites

This is a Contract/Temp job

Join the team at our Warkworth Composite Complex to work on real operational challenges and contribute to missions that are reaching for the stars.

subClassification: Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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CAD Data Intern

at Rocket Lab

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

An opportunity to work on real enterprise systems and apply your CAD/CAM and software engineering skills.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

Featured•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Senior Project Manager + Senior Business Analyst

at Likemind

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Senior Project Manager
Process Business Analyst
Long term contracts

We're seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager and Business Analyst to play a key role on a strategic project

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

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Industrial Painter

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devonport, Auckland

Annual Leave, KiwiSaver, ACC Cover

Immediate start available with full-time hours and on-going work
Work on high-profile Marine Engineering projects in Devonport
Competitive pay rates, weekly pay, and overtime opportunities

Trade-qualified Industrial Painter required for marine and heavy industrial projects involving blasting, spray painting, and surface preparation

subClassification: Painters & Sign WritersPainters & Sign Writers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Engineering (R&D) Summer Intern

at Anura Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wairau Valley, Auckland

$29.90 per hour

10-week fixed-term Engineering Internship supporting Anura’s R&D team with CAD, documentation, research, prototype development, testing and analysis.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Inventory Specialist Intern

at Rocket Lab

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

An opportunity to work on real operational challenges and contribute to missions that are literally reaching for the stars.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

18d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Composites

at Rocket Lab

This is a Contract/Temp job

Warkworth, Auckland

Join the team at our Warkworth Composite Complex to work on real operational challenges and contribute to missions that are reaching for the stars.

subClassification: Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

CAD Data Intern

at Rocket Lab

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

An opportunity to work on real enterprise systems and apply your CAD/CAM and software engineering skills.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen days ago

Facilities Maintenance Manufacturing Engineering Intern

at Rocket Lab

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

This is an opportunity to work on real operational challenges and contribute to missions that are literally reaching for the stars.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed twelve days ago

AI Development Intern

at Energyline

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Use AI to explore business improvements and new ideas
Work with a market leader in commercial lighting design and manufacture
Great team, good hourly rate and Woolston location

Bring your AI skills and understanding to Energyline and work on rewarding, measurable projects in our business

subClassification: Industrial DesignIndustrial Design classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

12d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

MSC / Marine Maintenance / USV Maintenance

at Ocius

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Drive maintenance for a leadingdefence-focussed uncrewed capability
Rare opportunity to become a foundational team member
2 x Fixed Term roles available

Be a foundational member of Ocius NZ and expand your career to involve maintaining USVs alongside RNZN whilst gaining hands-on experience in Australia

subClassification: Maintenance & Handyperson ServicesMaintenance & Handyperson Services classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Senior Systems Engineer - fixed term

at Christchurch International Airport

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Market salary, 37.5-hour week, carparking

Get involved in high-impact engineering operations
Cloud, infrastructure and security focus in a critical environment
A rare, fixed-term opportunity to build your experience

Help shape and support the technology that underpins a dynamic and complex operational environment.

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

8d ago

Listed ten days ago

Business Operations Support

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$68,380-$77,359

Diverse business support role with plenty of variety
Contribute to a collaborative, customer-focused, and high-performing culture

Drive operational excellence through business support, systems administration, reporting, engagement, and improvement across the team.

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

10d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Operational Quality Engineer

at Aroa Biosurgery

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland

Easy Motorway access and based in Airport Oaks
NZ medical device company with an inspiring purpose
6 months' fixed term contract

Entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build their career

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

22d 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 sixteen days ago

Business Change Project Managers

at Likemind

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Hourly rate contracts
ASAP start
Working within talented and committed teams

We would love to hear from any business change project managers who are currently on the lookout for their next contract

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

16d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Site Manager

at Daifuku Oceania

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Atatu South, Auckland

Lead the site delivery of high-profile automation projects in Auckland
Own site safety and drive strong contractor performance.
Enjoy wellbeing benefits, team support and career development

Bring your construction and control systems exp to lead site operations, champion safety, manage contractors, and ensure successful project delivery.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Construction(Construction)

22d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Project Manager

at Ministry of Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

$97607 - $130142 p.a.

Auckland Based | Full-time
Fixed term until 30 June 2027
Shape better cancer outcomes through impactful, equity-focused projects

Drive meaningful change in cancer care. Deliver projects that improve equity, outcomes and experiences for communities across Aotearoa.

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

11d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

MAINTENANCE ENGINEER (12 Month Fixed Term Contract | Auckland)

at Endless Metals

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

$37 – $42 per hour

Be part of an exciting growing business full of opportunities
Be part of a great team who love a laugh while they work.
Come join us and learn about the exciting metal recycling industry!

This is a unique opportunity to embed yourself in a hands-on industrial environment, apply your engineering knowledge, and make a real difference.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance classification: Engineering(Engineering)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed sixteen days ago

Product Data Administrator - Solid Works PDM

at PTL Machinery

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

20 hours per week
Great team culture
New purpose built premises

Product Data Administrator to maintain SolidWorks PDM library accuracy and manage duplicate parts elimination.

subClassification: Records Management & Document ControlRecords Management & Document Control classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

16d ago

Listed ten days ago

Administrator

at DOWNER NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

Fixed term Contract
Supportive and inclusive culture
Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes

We currently have an opportunity for an Administrator to join our team on a fixed term contract.

subClassification: Contracts AdministrationContracts Administration classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

10d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Engineering Internships - Battery recycling

at Linca Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$29.90 per hour

Help develop sustainable battery recycling processes

subClassification: Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed three days ago

Quality Engineer

at Brian Perry Civil

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Coordinate audits, inspections, and quality assurance activities
Join a landmark Wellington infrastructure project
Fixed-term opportunity with strong project team support

Drive quality outcomes on a major infrastructure project. Lead audits, manage ITPs, and keep construction records on track.

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

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Business Operations Support

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$68,380-$77,359

Diverse business support role with plenty of variety
Contribute to a collaborative, customer-focused, and high-performing culture

Drive operational excellence through business support, systems administration, reporting, engagement, and improvement across the team.

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

10d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Project Administrator

at PDV Consultants Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Varied role across the full project lifecycle — not just admin
Experienced, down-to-earth team who'll back you from day one
Flexible hours — 32 to 40 hrs/week to suit you

Support our Project Manager and engineering team with cost control, contracts and admin for short-term dryer safety projects in Hamilton

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Digital Workplace Engineer

at HCL New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Collaborative team environment with strong focus on learning and growth
High Business Visibility & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Opportunity to Contribute to Large-Scale Transformation

Immediate role

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Logistics Coordinator

at Salus Aviation Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ardmore, Auckland

Fixed term opportunity in our Ardmore stores!

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

18d ago

Listed eight days ago