Engineering Manager Mechanical Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Nov 2026

Lead a major industrial robotics project in a hands-on senior engineering PM role combining technical delivery, client leadership and commercial focus

27d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo, Waikato

NZD 42.50 - 49 per hour, Immediate Start

$42.50–$49 per hour + weekly pay
Long-term placement opportunity
Work with a specialist aviation engineering company in Taupō

Diagnose mechanical faults, service equipment and maintain precision components using your engineering skills.

7d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Project Engineer

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devonport, Auckland

Complex marine engineering and upgrade projects
Project planning, coordination and delivery focus
6 month contract starting January 2027

Support the planning and delivery of complex engineering change and upgrade projects within a large marine engineering environment.

Recruited byScott Hutton

26d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty six days ago

Project Manager

at CONCENTIS PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Join a Global Market Leader in the Mining Industry | Invercargill Based
Manage the full lifecycle of a variety of multi-disciplinary works
Long-Term Contract Opportunity

Join this growing Tier 1 Asset owner to provide project management across a diverse range of capital works within a complex mining environment

26d ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Project Engineer

at All Energy Contracting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Negotiable on experience

Join an international group operating across the UK, New Zealand and Australia
Work on some of New Zealand and Australia's largest renewable energy projects
Help build a cleaner, more sustainable energy future

We are looking for a Project Engineer to support the delivery of a major renewable energy project near Taupo

6d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Engineering Project Coordinator (4 month contract)

at Southward Warehouse Automation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cambridge, Waikato

$35 - $45 per hour

Work on real multimillion-dollar automation and robotics projects
Summer role with a pathway to full-time after you graduate
Cambridge-based, mentored by experienced engineers

Support project and design team delivering warehouse automation projects as an engineering graduate.

14d ago

Listed five days ago

Project Engineer Substructure Care - Drainage

at KiwiRail

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Competitive salary plus 4% employer kiwiSaver

Auckland Based Fixed-term end of June 2028
Strong training and development support to build your capability
Car and weekend allowance available

Heavily focused on innovation, Predictive Maintenance, and asset management

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Project Manager

at Lexel – Resourcing - Connecting IT Talent with Opportunity

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Initial 6-month contract

Experienced PM? Ready for Your Next Challenge?
Join a collaborative, supportive team that values delivery & innovation
Competitive daily rate and convenient location

Own high-impact technology projects, and work alongside a collaborative team delivering real business value

1d ago

Listed four days ago

Programme Planner & Project Manager

at Technical Recruitment Solutions

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Christchurch based - with seasonal time at Scott Base
Minimum 3 year contract
Be part of a legacy project in an iconic NZ institution

Key opportunity to manage delivery of a major upgrade project in an iconic NZ facility

Recruited byTony De Barr

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Chief Executive

at McLaren Recruitment – in business since 1989

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Lead and advocate for New Zealand's podiatry profession
Ongoing management services contract averaging approximately 25 hours per week
Flexible, home-based role that can be undertaken anywhere in New Zealand

Bring strategic leadership, advocacy and a strong member focus to a respected national professional membership organisation. WFH anywhere in NZ.

Recruited byKirsty McLaren

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Principal Engineer – Building Strengthening Project

at HamiltonJet

Be an early applicant

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

4d ago

Listed three hours ago

Electronics Engineer-Space Systems

at Zenno Astronautics Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

Build the future of space at Zenno. Take electronics from design to space-ready hardware in a challenging, hands-on three-month engineering contract.

3h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Change Manager

at Evolve Recruitment Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead enterprise-wide change across security, device management and AI adoption
Partner directly with engineering teams in a highly technical, future-focused en
Highly flexible work environment; Auckland or Wellington location

Initial 6 month contract working within a future-focused environment with a mix of innovation, impact and stakeholder engagement

Recruited byLouise Hickey

27d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Senior Project Manager - 24 month FTC

at KPMG

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead high-impact technology projects that shape business outcomes
Work flexibly with hybrid, overseas working and global opportunities
Grow your career with learning, certifications and secondment opportunities

Lead complex technology and business projects, driving successful outcomes through strong leadership and delivery excellence.

4d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Contract Engineering Technicians

at Grada Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Point Chevalier, Auckland(Hybrid)

NZD 50 - 100 per annum

Competitive hourly rates
Solid understanding of the NZ Building Code and consenting process
Hybrid, remote, or on-site arrangements may be available depending on the role.

Contract Engineering Technicians About the company The opportunity is with established engineering consultancies and design firms in Auckland,

21h ago

Listed six hours ago

Site Engineer (Earthworks) - Te Pae o Tararua - Ōtaki to North of Levin (Ō2NL)

at McConnell Dowell

This is a Contract/Temp job

Otaki, Wellington

Work across planning, construction, quality, and project delivery
Gain mentorship and professional development in a supportive team
6% KiwiSaver employer contributions and medical insurance*

McConnell Dowell are seeking a Site Engineer to join our Earthworks team and work on a key infrastructure project.

6h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Project Manager

at VEGA RECRUITMENT AUSTRALIA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Exciting new contract position for a PM with a background in construction delivery and client-side project management in the Wellington region.

12d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Change Lead - 6 Month Contract

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

Enjoy flexible working options
Join a supportive and collaborative team
6 Month Contract

We're looking for an experienced Change Lead to join us on a 6 month contract

20d ago

Listed one hour ago

Boiler Commissioning Technician

at RobLawMax Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$90k - $100k pa + depending on experience

Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude, supported by a relevant qual.
Permanent or fixed-term contract opportunities. Immediate start preferred.
Commissioning, testing and optimisation of industrial boilers.

Suited to people from industrial steam, utilities, manufacturing, power generation and process engineering environments who want a change.

1h ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Project Manager

at Taylor Construction

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Experienced Project Manager needed to lead operations, oversee site, ensure quality & safety, manage multiple projects.

25d ago•Expiring

Listed nineteen days ago

Project Manager

at Lexel – Resourcing - Connecting IT Talent with Opportunity

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Significant stakeholder exposure

Opportunity to lead a high-profile infrastructure transformation programme.
Competitive contract rates.
Christchurch based engagement | WFH Flexi

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in datacentre migration, infrastructure transformation, or decommissioning programmes?

19d ago

Listed six hours ago