Drilling Rig Contract Temp Jobs in All Canterbury, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Project Manager

at Moriori Imi Settlement Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Rare opportunity to lead a Moriori waka project on Rēkohu/Chatham Islands working across culture, heritage and recovery

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

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HV Electricians Te Aroha/Hamilton New Zealand

at Elecnor New Zealand Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Respectful and Supportive Management
Inclusive Team Environment
Excellent Rates of Pay

Respectful and Supportive Management
Inclusive Team Environment
Excellent Rates of Pay

High Voltage Electricians to support commissioning activities for our 150MW solar project based in the Waikato region of New Zealand.

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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Listed four days ago

Concrete Cutter Labourer

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

NZD 25 - 27 per hour

Start on $25/$26 p/h & train into a skilled trade
Fast track to $35+ p/h within 12 months
Full training, bonuses & career progression

Start on $25/$26 p/h & train into a skilled trade
Fast track to $35+ p/h within 12 months
Full training, bonuses & career progression

Labourer role with full training – fast track to $35+ p/h Cutter/Driller within 12 months. Great career pathway!

Recruited byHanne Quinn

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Labourer

at Trade Assist

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

No experience required
Develop your skill set and take on a new opportunity
Get stuck into a hands on role

No experience required
Develop your skill set and take on a new opportunity
Get stuck into a hands on role

Come and join the crew and take on a new job working as a construction labourer on projects across Christchurch.

Recruited bySimon Williams

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

22h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Warehouse Pick Packer

at Roading and Building Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

- Hands-On Warehousing Role
- Full PPE Provided
- Competitive Pay & Opportunity To Grow

- Hands-On Warehousing Role
- Full PPE Provided
- Competitive Pay & Opportunity To Grow

Reliable Pick Packer wanted 📦 Fast-paced warehouse role, RF scanning & order picking. Forklift + Class 2 is an advantage. Competitive pay and hours

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

11d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Construction Labourers

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Weekly Pay
PPE Supplied
Monday to Friday work

Weekly Pay
PPE Supplied
Monday to Friday work

Construction based work, all over greater Chch area. Rates $24-26

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

21h ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Civil Labourers

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canterbury

NZD 25 - 30 per hour

Multiple Opportunities Available
Opportunity for Permanent
Long Term Project Stability

Multiple Opportunities Available
Opportunity for Permanent
Long Term Project Stability

Kickstart your civil career! Labourers needed in Christchurch. Immediate starts, training provided. Licence & transport a must.

Recruited byHanne Quinn

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

18d ago

Listed two hours ago

Class 2 Driver Christchurch

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30:90 per hour

Competitive pay: $30:90 per hour plus 8% holiday pay
Current Class 2 NZ Driver's License with a clean record
Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture

Competitive pay: $30:90 per hour plus 8% holiday pay
Current Class 2 NZ Driver's License with a clean record
Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture

Our client is seeking an experienced and safety focused Class 2 Driver to join their Christchurch team.

subClassification: Couriers, Drivers & Postal ServicesCouriers, Drivers & Postal Services

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

2h ago

Listed one day ago

Yard Person | Delivery

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

$26-$27

Monday - Friday
Rolleston Location
Long Term Opportunity

Monday - Friday
Rolleston Location
Long Term Opportunity

CanRecruit have a great long-term opportunity for an experienced yard person for our client in Rolleston. Apply now!

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

1d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Cold Store Production Operator

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Opportunity To Get Bonus Incentives Weekly!

Long Term On-Going Work, With Temp To Perm Opportunities
Full PPE And On-Site Training Provided
Full Time Opportunities Available

Long Term On-Going Work, With Temp To Perm Opportunities
Full PPE And On-Site Training Provided
Full Time Opportunities Available

We are looking for motivated Cold Store Warehouse Pickers to start work ASAP. Full training provided with competitive pay and opportunities to grow.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

19d ago

Listed seven days ago

Night shift Operator - Material Supply Department

at CanRecruit

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$26-28+

Middleton Location
Long term opportunity
4 days on 4 days off - Nights

Middleton Location
Long term opportunity
4 days on 4 days off - Nights

Interested in night shift and want work/life balance? This roles for you!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

7d ago

Listed ten days ago

Skilled Labourers

at Managed Labour Hire

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive Pay: $24-$26/hr
Full and Part Time Hours
Variety of Roles

Competitive Pay: $24-$26/hr
Full and Part Time Hours
Variety of Roles

We have Temporary ongoing & Casual work available across multiple industries.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Production Operator

at AWF

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28 - $30 p.h. + Paid Lunch Break

Full-Time Hours + Immediate Start + Temp to Perm Opportunity
Weekly Pay Cycle + Carpark Onsite + Paid Lunch Break
On-The-Job Learning Opportunities + On-Going Work

Full-Time Hours + Immediate Start + Temp to Perm Opportunity
Weekly Pay Cycle + Carpark Onsite + Paid Lunch Break
On-The-Job Learning Opportunities + On-Going Work

Work as part of a team safely & efficiently operating machinery to ensure the continuous production of plasterboard. Drive a counterbalance forklift.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

24d ago

Listed three days ago

Construction- Civil Labourers

at Enterprise Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Experience based

Opportunity to grow with a small team
Contribute to Christchurch’s infrastructure development
Career Growth + Ongoing Opportunities

Opportunity to grow with a small team
Contribute to Christchurch’s infrastructure development
Career Growth + Ongoing Opportunities

Enterprise Recruitment supports top Canterbury construction projects and seeks motivated, reliable labourers to join our growing Christchurch team

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Electricians In Antarctica

at Hays | Trades & Labour

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Once in a lifetime Opportunity

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

A once in a life time opportunity to work in the COOLEST place on, if you are a qualified electrician APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

21h ago

Listed twenty days ago

General Mechanical Engineer

at Roading and Building Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Term to Perm
Competitive hourly rate
Leading engineering Company

Term to Perm
Competitive hourly rate
Leading engineering Company

General Mechanical Engineer - fabrication and mechanical engineering duties, reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

General Construction Labourer

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

NZD 25 - 26 per hour

$25–$26/hr + immediate start
Full-time labouring & site support
Pre-employment checks required

$25–$26/hr + immediate start
Full-time labouring & site support
Pre-employment checks required

General Labourers wanted in Christchurch. $25–$26/hr. Full-time work with immediate start. Must pass drug test & criminal history check.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

19d ago

Listed six days ago

Register Now for Upcoming Roles!

at Stafford Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Access a wide range of upcoming roles across multiple industries
Suitable for entry‑level through to experienced candidates
Personal support and local opportunities through Stafford Recruitment

Access a wide range of upcoming roles across multiple industries
Suitable for entry‑level through to experienced candidates
Personal support and local opportunities through Stafford Recruitment

We are seeking motivated and reliable individuals to register for upcoming work opportunities.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

6d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Forklift Hoist Driver

at Premier Staffing Solutions

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$25 – $25.90 per hour

Weekly pay & career growth – competitive rates, long-term opportunity
95% forklift driving – minimal manual work
Night shift, 4 on / 4 off – avoid traffic, great work-life balance

Weekly pay & career growth – competitive rates, long-term opportunity
95% forklift driving – minimal manual work
Night shift, 4 on / 4 off – avoid traffic, great work-life balance

Experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver wanted! Nightshift - 4 nights on 4 off - 6:45pm - 7am Competitive hourly rate + Weekly pay Immediate start

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

21h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Skilled Labourer - Irrigation

at Diverse Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rangiora, Canterbury

40-50 hours per week on average (up to 50-60 hours during busy periods)
Competitive pay (depending on experience)
Stay away allowance plus meals and accommodation provided

40-50 hours per week on average (up to 50-60 hours during busy periods)
Competitive pay (depending on experience)
Stay away allowance plus meals and accommodation provided

We are currently seeking for a reliable labourer for farm irrigation installs and repairs across Canterbury. Short-term with potential to go permanent

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Frame & Truss Fabricator

at Tech 5 Recruitment Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

NZD 26 - 33 per hour, Work Life Balance,Ongoing

Upskilling on site
Multiple shifts available
No experience required

Upskilling on site
Multiple shifts available
No experience required

Looking for Hammerhands, or Carpenters for large frame and truss factory

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Wax Moulder Process Worker

at HamiltonJet

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Fixed-term role
Competitive pay and overtime rates
Opportunity to work for a global industry leader

Fixed-term role
Competitive pay and overtime rates
Opportunity to work for a global industry leader

We’re looking for a reliable, hands-on person to join our foundry team on our afternoon shift (Monday to Friday, 3.30pm – 11.00pm).

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

7d ago

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