Development Chemist Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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QC Technician I (6 months)

at Sensient Technologies

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Join our dynamics team for more learning opportunities!

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

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Laboratory Assistant

at SGS New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waihi, Waikato

Join a highly successful NZ and global business
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Based in Waihi

Join a highly successful NZ and global business
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Based in Waihi

We are looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join our Waihi laboratory on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed seventeen days ago

QC Technician I (6 months)

at Sensient Technologies

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Join our dynamics team for more learning opportunities!

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

17d ago

Listed five days ago

Laboratory Assistant

at SGS New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waihi, Waikato

Join a highly successful NZ and global business
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Based in Waihi

Join a highly successful NZ and global business
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Based in Waihi

We are looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join our Waihi laboratory on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Laboratory Technician - Auckland

at Enviro NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

Good hourly rate

Excellent team environment in NZ wide, growth oriented, complex business
Have a contemporary approach – come help us lift our game!
Dynamic and exciting environmental outcomes industry

Excellent team environment in NZ wide, growth oriented, complex business
Have a contemporary approach – come help us lift our game!
Dynamic and exciting environmental outcomes industry

Play a key role in the daily operations of our laboratory, where you will be responsible for sampling, tracking, and reporting incoming waste samples

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior/Policy Advisor - 3 positions

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Te Papa Atawhai DOC has an opportunity to shape and influence policy that drives transformational change in Aotearoa's conservation sector.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed four minutes ago

Key Account Manager

at Mars New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Competitive Salary + bonus + hybrid + vehicle

Join Mars NZ as our Key Account Manager – Foodstuffs South Island, Snacking.
Mars NZ home brands WHISKAS®, PEDIGREE®, MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®
12 Month contract based from our CHC Office, + Hybrid + vehicle + bonus

Join Mars NZ as our Key Account Manager – Foodstuffs South Island, Snacking.
Mars NZ home brands WHISKAS®, PEDIGREE®, MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®
12 Month contract based from our CHC Office, + Hybrid + vehicle + bonus

You’ll play a pivotal role managing one of our largest grocery customers in our biggest business area—driving growth, partnerships.

subClassification: Account & Relationship ManagementAccount & Relationship Management

classification: Sales(Sales)

4m ago

Listed seven days ago

Compliance Adviser

at McCallum Industries

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Henderson, Auckland

Fixed term or contract role with competitive benefits.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

7d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Quality Assurance Specialist

at Iplex Pipelines

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornby, Canterbury

Champion compliance with engineering specs and ISO standards
Deliver expert technical guidance to sales teams and customers
Enhance QMS frameworks and ensure operational alignment

Champion compliance with engineering specs and ISO standards
Deliver expert technical guidance to sales teams and customers
Enhance QMS frameworks and ensure operational alignment

Join our quality team on a 6 fixed-term contract to refine processes, support training, and drive continuous improvement for operational excellence.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

18d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Behaviour Specialist

at Sommerville School

This is a Contract/Temp job

Panmure, Auckland(Hybrid)

determined by relevant collective agreement

Full-time hours
Flexible working hours during school holidays
Professional learning and development opportunities

Full-time hours
Flexible working hours during school holidays
Professional learning and development opportunities

Sommerville is hiring a fixed-term Behaviour Specialist

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

14d ago

Listed four hours ago

Manager Culture and Capability

at Maritime New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

9 month fixed term or secondment opportunity
Appointing range: $164,424 - $203,407 pro-rated
Lead a team of professionals to deliver on Maritime NZ's strategic goals

9 month fixed term or secondment opportunity
Appointing range: $164,424 - $203,407 pro-rated
Lead a team of professionals to deliver on Maritime NZ's strategic goals

9 month ftxed term or secondment opportunity

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

4h ago

Listed five days ago

Student Advisor

at University of Canterbury

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Employer superannuation contribution (up to 6.75%)

Work 37.5 hours per week and enjoy a great work life balance
Great culture and team environment
Work at our beautiful campus, offer great facilities and services

Work 37.5 hours per week and enjoy a great work life balance
Great culture and team environment
Work at our beautiful campus, offer great facilities and services

Guide students through their academic journey with expert advice and meaningful support.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Quality Associate Releaser

at Icon Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Quality Associate - Releaser Position| Progressive Organisation - Far Reaching Career Opportunities| Auckland, NZ

subClassification: Pharmaceuticals & Medical DevicesPharmaceuticals & Medical Devices

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

12d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior AI & Tool Development Engineer (Full-time/Remote)

at BW IP Holdings Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$75 – $95 per hour

Have the autonomy to shape our AI direction from the ground up, access to the latest tools and frameworks, and the freedom to work from anywhere!

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Liaison and Grants Coordinator

at Cure Kids

This is a Contract/Temp job

Greenlane, Auckland(Hybrid)

Research
Child Health
Not for Profit

Research
Child Health
Not for Profit

Join Cure Kids to lead and manage the annual research granting round and manage the coordination of open grants.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

Listed one hour ago

Senior Policy Analyst - Wellington

at Ministry of Social Development

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Fixed-term or secondment opportunity until 30 June 2027
Important mahi supporting the Disability Support Services Group
Work in an organisation driving better outcomes for all disabled people

Fixed-term or secondment opportunity until 30 June 2027
Important mahi supporting the Disability Support Services Group
Work in an organisation driving better outcomes for all disabled people

This is your chance to be part of a journey, to continue to strengthen the delivery of Disability Support Services.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1h ago

Listed eight days ago

Sales, Marketing & Design Coordinator

at Energylight

This is a Contract/Temp job

Woolston, Canterbury

Nine month fixed term role starting mid May
Established market leader in specification lighting and manufacturing
Good salary, great team and a role offering good experience in several areas

Nine month fixed term role starting mid May
Established market leader in specification lighting and manufacturing
Good salary, great team and a role offering good experience in several areas

A fixed term role in lively, rewarding environment supporting cutting edge commercial lighting technology solutions

subClassification: Sales CoordinatorsSales Coordinators

classification: Sales(Sales)

8d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Production Engineer

at Taska Prosthetics

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$80,000 – $100,000 per year

An innovative company that enhances people's lives
Support global customers & end users
Caring and collaborative team based in Christchurch

An innovative company that enhances people's lives
Support global customers & end users
Caring and collaborative team based in Christchurch

A rare opportunity for an experienced Production Engineer to join a world-leading company specialising in prosthetic solutions.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

Listed six days ago

Field Technician (Avocado Sampler)

at Eurofins Regional Service Centre (AU/NZ)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kerikeri, Northland

Field Technician vacancy for the upcoming avocado sampling season running from May - August 2026.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Quality Assessor - Maternity Leave

at McCain Foods (NZ) Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Join a supportive team with career development opportunities. Apply today!

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

21d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Programme Manager - Sustainable Nutrition

at Massey University

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Massey University, Manawatu

Lead project management and communications for SNi® research programme
Coordinate stakeholders, meetings, and research activities
Support sustainable nutrition science and NZ food system research

Lead project management and communications for SNi® research programme
Coordinate stakeholders, meetings, and research activities
Support sustainable nutrition science and NZ food system research

Manage projects and communications for the SNi® programme, supporting research on sustainable nutrition and future food systems.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

26d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Utility Fleet Vehicles

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Mechanical Engineer (12-month contract) with electric vehicle maker, Mt Maunganui. Creating tough, reliable vehicles for real work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

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