Entry Level Mechanical Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Nov 2026

Listed two days ago

Junior Project Engineer

This is a Contract/Temp job

12-month fixed term role based in Māngere
Kickstart your career with hands-on capital project experience
Learn from an experienced engineering team

Kickstart your engineering career with hands-on exposure to capital projects, upgrades and equipment installations with a leading food manufacturer!

2d ago

Listed sixteen 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.

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Operator

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

Work within a supportive and experienced manufacturing team.
A workplace that values attention to detail, quality and doing things right.
Two rotating shift options: Day or Night.

Mechanically minded? Join a leading Penrose manufacturer! Machine operating and valid forklift license essential. Great pay and career growth.

Recruited byRisiti Samaauga

1d ago

Listed twenty three 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.

23d ago

Listed one day ago

Purchasing Officer - Engineering

at ALH Auckland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland

$32.00 - $38.00

Manage purchasing, source engineering parts and raise purchase orders.
$32.00 - $38.00 p/h depending on experience
Monday to Friday | 7:00am - 3:30pm

Purchasing Officer - $32-$38/hr, Monday to Friday. Join a busy engineering team in an ongoing opportunity with temp-to-perm potential.

1d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Contract Engineering Technician

at Grada Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

NZD 50 - 100 per hour

Competitive hourly rates
Solid understanding of the NZ Building Code and consenting process
remote and hybrid arrangements depending on the role.

Contract Engineering Technicians (Structural & Civil) | Auckland We’re recruiting for live contract roles with established engineering

21h ago

Listed eight days ago

Intern Asset Engineer

at Northpower Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Competitive pay
Life insurance, discounted medical cover
Fuel and retail discounts

We're looking for an Intern Asset Inspection Engineer to join our Inspection Solutions team for a 3-month summer internship.

8d ago

Listed seven days ago

Internship - Manufacturing/Engineering

at a2 Nutritionals NZ Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pokeno, Waikato

Gain practical experience in manufacturing and process improvement.
Work alongside experienced teams on real production projects.
Learn from experienced production and engineering teams.

Gain hands-on manufacturing experience, working on real projects to improve production processes, efficiency and performance at our Pōkeno site.

7d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Commissioning Technician

at RobLawMax Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$50 - $70 p.h. + wages or contract rates available

Seeking someone to commission Boilers!!!!
Permanent or fixed-term contract opportunities immediate start!!
Bring experience troubleshooting and bringing plant online.

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

21h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Diesel Mechanic

at Trade Assist

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whenuapai, Auckland

$40-48 p/hr + Weekly Pay!

$40-$52p/hr + Weekly Pay + Company Vehicle!
AEWV Candidates Welcome To Apply!
Temp ot Perm Opportunity + Apply today, Start Tomorrow!

Join a growing team based in Whenuapai, Auckland as a Diesel Mechanic! Competitive hourly rate, tools of trade, ability to progress your career!

Recruited byMike Paterson

14d ago

Listed nine days ago

Junior Clinical Engineering Technician

at Alpha Recruitment - NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hawkes Bay

6 month assignment - starting ASAP
New Grad or Junior Opportunity
Work for a large healthcare organisation in Hawkes Bay

Launch your clinical engineering career! Hawkes Bay location. 6 month opportunity where you can learn from a small experienced team.

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Production Assistant

at Fred Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Avondale, Auckland

$23.95 + holiday pay + free parking

Ditch the commute, live and work in West Auckland + free parking
Immediate start, with work secured through to 23 December + full time hours
Practical, hands-on role with potential for a permanent opportunity

Hands on temp manufacturing role, in a great team with steady hours right through to Christmas and with the potential to go permanent in the New Year.

13d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Production & Machine Optimiser / Maintenance Assistant

at Riverlock Group Holdings Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Opotiki, Bay of Plenty

$27 – $30 per hour

Support production performance as a Production & Machine Optimiser / Maintenance Assistant at our kiwifruit packing facility.

21d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Clinical Engineering Technicians

at Alpha Recruitment - NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Mid January 2027 start
1-3 month temp assignment
Work available at various hospitals across NZ

Temporary full-time Clinical Engineering Technician roles across NZ for graduates and experienced candidates

29d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Electrical Engineer (Short-term contract)

at Zenno Astronautics Limited

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

We are seeking a capable electrical design engineer to work on an impactful, short term project.

8d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Mechanical Fitter / Assembler

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornby, Canterbury

$30-$35ph dependant on experience

Full time work with potential for permanent opportunities available
Join a stable, growing engineering company
Up to $35 per hour depending on experience

We are recruiting Mechanical Fitters and Assemblers to join a leading New Zealand manufacturer of innovative horticultural equipment.

Recruited byJenna Lurajud

25d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Production Operator – Plastics Manufacturing

at Alignz Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28 – $30 per hour

Be part of a supportive production team
Use your existing experience with the opportunity to upskill
Weekly pay with big hours available

Join a busy manufacturing operation producing high-quality plastic pipeline products.

22d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Fabricator/ Welder

at Tradestaff Apply

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

NZD 35 - 45 per hour, Immediate Start

$35–$45 per hour based on experience
Hands-on work across varied fabrication projects
Long-term opportunity with an established workshop

Fabricate and weld quality steel components from engineering drawings in a hands-on workshop role in Central City, Christchurch.

20d ago

Listed three days ago

Press Brake Operator

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

NZD 32 - 36 per hour

Earn $32–$36 an hour, with weekly pay to keep the dollars rolling in!
Keen to earn extra coin? Overtime opportunities may be up for grabs!
Build your skills and take the next step with a major NZ engineering outfit!

Operate CNC press brake machinery, read engineering drawings and tackle fabrication work in a busy Hastings engineering workshop.

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Electronics Engineer-Space Systems

at Zenno Astronautics Limited

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.

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Rubber Manufacturing Operator

at Roading and Building Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wigram, Canterbury

Immediate Start at $27+ an hour dependent on experience
Opportunity to go permanent available!
Full training provided - No Experience Needed

RB Recruitment is looking for a Rubber Manufacturing Operator to join their team in the development of rubber products. Full training provided!

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Fabricator/ Welder

at Tradestaff Apply

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

NZD 35 - 45 per hour, Immediate Start

$35–$45 per hour based on experience
Hands-on work across varied fabrication projects
Long-term opportunity with an established workshop

Fabricate and weld quality steel components from engineering drawings in a hands-on workshop role in Central City, Christchurch.

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Boiler Commissioning Technician

at RobLawMax Recruitment

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.

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Electrical / Mechatronics Engineer Contractor

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

Hands-on electronics, instrumentation and control systems
Combine electrical engineering with practical programming
Apply ASAP! Immediate start | Exciting 2-month engineering project

Join an innovative Auckland technology company in a hands-on role integrating instrumentation and control systems.

Recruited byBelinda McKenzie

13d ago

Listed three hours ago

Operator

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Work with specialised equipment, product handling and dispatch.
Temporary opportunity with potential for long-term employment.
Hands-on industrial production and plant operations role.

Exciting opportunity for a hands-on operator! Work with industrial equipment and build your skills in a specialized production environment

Recruited byRisiti Samaauga

3h ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Generation Technician - Operations

at Contact Energy

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wairakei, Waikato

12-month fixed-term Generation Technician opportunity based in Taupō.
Hands-on role working across hydro generation plant and remote schemes.
Put your mechanical or electrical trade skills to work in power generation.

Bring your trade and generation experience to a hands-on hydro role working across Contact’s wider Taupō schemes.

15d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Fabricator/ Welder

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waitakere & West Auckland, Auckland

NZD 30 - 35 per hour

Competitive Rates
Ongoing Work
Weekly Pay + Kiwi Saver

You'll be involved in a range of workshop and on-site work, including structural steel, general engineering and custom fabrication.

27d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Maintenance Fitter / Welder

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canterbury

NZD 35 - 45 per hour

Join a busy Christchurch food production team as a Maintenance Fitter / Welder. Put your mechanical and welding skills to work!

1d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Aluminium Production Operators & Labourers

at Enterprise Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill, Southland

NZD 35.80 - 35.80 per hour

Competitive hourly rate
Transport provided from Invercargill
Work/Life Balance

Aluminium, Production, Operators, Labourers

Recruited byNicola Cunningham

29d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

CNC Operator

at Trade Assist

This is a Contract/Temp job

Addington, Canterbury

$28.00-$35.00 Per Hour Depending on Experience
Monday-Friday | 7:30am-5:00pm
Based in Addington | Weekly Pay

Trade Assist are looking for an experienced CNC Operators to join our Christchurch team starting ASAP - Call 0800 999 599 to apply now!

Recruited byIsabella McCormick

22d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Fabricator/ Welder

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gisborne

NZD 35 - 45 per hour

Pocket $35–$45/hr putting your fabrication skills to work
Big steel, solid welds and plenty of proper engineering work
Put your skills to work in the heart of Gizzy farming country

Fabricate, weld and repair heavy agricultural machinery, structural steel and engineering components in Gisborne.

9d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

at Trade Assist

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Permanent, fixed term, or casual work to suit your needs and availability
Earthmoving gear, ag and fleet machines, real rebuilds, a real mix
Locally owned operated with a range of options to support you

If you're a Heavy Diesel Mechanic who enjoys an engine overhaul as much as a tricky field breakdown, this one's worth a look.

Recruited byRebecca Spittal

14d ago

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