Engineering Manager Director Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Project Director

This is a Contract/Temp job

Are you highly capable and experienced?
Do you work effectively within structured delivery frameworks?
Are you ready and confident to lead large and complex projects?

Are you highly capable and experienced?
Do you work effectively within structured delivery frameworks?
Are you ready and confident to lead large and complex projects?

We are looking for a Project Director to lead technically challenging and complex projects in the industrial and energy sectors.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Programme Director (Transformation)

at Hutt City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

Lead Council’s transformation programme, including delivery of our Target Operating Model and coordinating our response to reform activities.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed eleven days ago

Project Director

at Artifex Engineering Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay(Hybrid)

Are you highly capable and experienced?
Do you work effectively within structured delivery frameworks?
Are you ready and confident to lead large and complex projects?

Are you highly capable and experienced?
Do you work effectively within structured delivery frameworks?
Are you ready and confident to lead large and complex projects?

We are looking for a Project Director to lead technically challenging and complex projects in the industrial and energy sectors.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Programme Director (Transformation)

at Hutt City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

Lead Council’s transformation programme, including delivery of our Target Operating Model and coordinating our response to reform activities.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Project Manager - Te Wharau Project

at Nga Taonga Sound & Vision

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Work with leadership to plan relocation and processing of collection materials.
Be part of an organisation that values Te Tiriti and cultural identity.
Flexible working – 65 hours per fortnight on full-time pay.

Work with leadership to plan relocation and processing of collection materials.
Be part of an organisation that values Te Tiriti and cultural identity.
Flexible working – 65 hours per fortnight on full-time pay.

Join a purpose-led org preserving the audiovisual heritage of Aotearoa, playing a key role in a large-scale collections relocation & storage project.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Technical Lead

at Younity

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Contract or permeant
Auckland outer fringe location
Azure SME

Contract or permeant
Auckland outer fringe location
Azure SME

Act as the critical bridge between a development team and a key enterprise customer.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Director

at Far North Holdings Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Opua, Northland(Hybrid)

The Bay of Islands Marina Ltd is seeking Expressions of Interest for an Independent Director.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

12d ago

Listed five 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)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Engineering Project Manager

at Techtrade Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Take full ownership of a marine maintenance projects on large vessel inside New Zealand's largest dry dock.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Project Manager

at Potentia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Competitive Hourly Rate

6-month hourly rate contract
Late April – early May start
Remote from within NZ (or hybrid in any main city if preferred)

6-month hourly rate contract
Late April – early May start
Remote from within NZ (or hybrid in any main city if preferred)

Project Manager leading end-to-end delivery; set plan, manage risks/deps, align stakeholders, and keep workstreams on track.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

8d ago

Listed nine days ago

Warehouse Relocation Project leader

at Jacobsen Creative Surfaces

This is a Contract/Temp job

St Johns, Auckland

Own a landmark project — Lead NZ's most significant warehouse relocation
Flexible engagement on your terms - built around where your strengths shine.
Leave a legacy — Deliver a fit-for-purpose facility that transforms operations

Own a landmark project — Lead NZ's most significant warehouse relocation
Flexible engagement on your terms - built around where your strengths shine.
Leave a legacy — Deliver a fit-for-purpose facility that transforms operations

Own a high-impact relocation project end-to-end — or just the phase that suits you. Planning, implementation, or both.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

9d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Technical Lead - Mobile (React Native) - Contract

at Theta

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

6 Month plus contract opportunity!
Work alongside innovative, experienced consultants and thought leaders
Inclusive and diverse company culture

6 Month plus contract opportunity!
Work alongside innovative, experienced consultants and thought leaders
Inclusive and diverse company culture

6 Month plus contract! Design & build modern, responsive & accessible mobile applications that deliver exceptional user experiences.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

23d ago

Listed two days ago

Innovation Manager - Strategic NPD Projects

at Asahi Beverages

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parnell, Auckland

Lead end-to-end NPD and packaging projects from concept to launch
Partner cross-functionally across Marketing, Sales and Supply Chain

Lead end-to-end NPD and packaging projects from concept to launch
Partner cross-functionally across Marketing, Sales and Supply Chain

We are seeking an experienced Innovation Manager - Strategic NPD Projects to join the team on a fixed term, 8, month contract.

subClassification: Product Management & DevelopmentProduct Management & Development

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

2d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Programme Manager

at Hutt City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Wellbeing and birthday leave, flexibility & more

Pivotal role to deliver the City Transformational Programme
Forward-thinking, inclusive team environment
Coordinate resources, manage risks, and drive successful outcomes

Pivotal role to deliver the City Transformational Programme
Forward-thinking, inclusive team environment
Coordinate resources, manage risks, and drive successful outcomes

Lead delivery of major city infrastructure programmes. Coordinate projects, manage risk and stakeholders, and drive impactful outcomes.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed six days ago

Manager Offender Management Systems

at Department of Corrections

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$154,808 - $218,553 per annum

Lead a key system shaping outcomes for people in our care
Drive digital delivery with strong relationships and clear direction
Fixed term for 2 years with hybrid working

Lead a key system shaping outcomes for people in our care
Drive digital delivery with strong relationships and clear direction
Fixed term for 2 years with hybrid working

Ensure Offender Management systems are operating well and support the safe, effective management of people in our care

subClassification: Product Management & DevelopmentProduct Management & Development

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

6d ago

Listed sixteen 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)

16d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Site Manager

at Kirimana

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton, Waikato

Immediate start!
Attractive remuneration $$$
Great opportunity to gain unique experience!

Immediate start!
Attractive remuneration $$$
Great opportunity to gain unique experience!

Take advantage of a unique, immediate opportunity with enviable remuneration

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Construction(Construction)

22d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Principal & Senior Engineers

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Auckland(Hybrid)

Excellent brand entering growth phase
Hybrid working
Supportive work environment

Excellent brand entering growth phase
Hybrid working
Supportive work environment

Join our client as a Principal/Senior Engineer! Leverage your Java/React skills to drive growth in a dynamic environment.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

26d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

PROJECT MANAGER

at Pohlen Partners

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Location of choice West Auckland or South Auckland
Combines connecting people and detailed reporting
Preferred sector knowledge transport, construction, industrial

Location of choice West Auckland or South Auckland
Combines connecting people and detailed reporting
Preferred sector knowledge transport, construction, industrial

Immediate start 4 month fixed term contract with a well known national business

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Senior Integration Developer | Spring & Mulesoft

at Walker Smith

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Join a high-performing engineering team delivering enterprise integration solutions.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

25d ago

Listed three days ago

Papakāinga and Marae Development Director

at Ngāti Pāoa Iwi Trust

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Panmure, Auckland

Lead a transformational iwi development delivering papakāinga, marae, and enduring cultural, social, and economic infrastructure.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Senior Project Manager Property Projects – Fixed Term – Wellington

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Be part of an organisation dedicated to helping our communities
This is a 12-month fixed term position
Salary range $141,145-$156,827, actual salary dependent on skills & experience

Be part of an organisation dedicated to helping our communities
This is a 12-month fixed term position
Salary range $141,145-$156,827, actual salary dependent on skills & experience

Use your experience managing projects as an in-house consultant, partner with regional property teams to deliver construction & refurbishment projects

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

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