Fish Processing Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jul 2026

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Process Technician

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brand-new food manufacturing process
Opportunity to impact the future of food production
Immediate start available

Join the future of food innovation! You'll be at the forefront of operating new food-processing technologies to make a plant-based protein.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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This is a featured job

Master's Graduate R&D Programme

at New Zealand Quality Petfoods Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

$55,000 – $60,000 per year

Kick-start your R&D career by working on real product innovation and manufacturing projects with a fast-growing premium pet food company.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

Featured

Listed twenty days ago

Meat Process Worker

at OneStaff Auckland Hub

This is a Contract/Temp job

Karaka, Auckland

$24.50ph

Monday - Friday
Must be comfortable working around live & processed chicken
ASAP start

Looking for physically fit candidates who are comfortable working with live & processed chickens to join a busy production team in Karaka

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

20d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Deep Sea Fishing Crew - Seafood Processing (Independent Contractor)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Remote)

Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Work approximately 6–12 weeks at sea before returning home between voyages

Earn year-round while typically only working 6–8 months. Work 6–12 weeks on/6 weeks off with meals, Wi-Fi and a unique career at sea

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

11d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Factory Process Workers Wanted

at Stafford Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Temp roles available now - Timaru / South Canterbury area
Good physical fitness and ability to pass drug testing required
NZ work rights apply - working holiday visa holders welcome to apply!

Immediate start! Temp factory roles with full-time hours available. Get in, get working, and earn now.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Master's Graduate R&D Programme

at New Zealand Quality Petfoods Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

$55,000 – $60,000 per year

Kick-start your R&D career by working on real product innovation and manufacturing projects with a fast-growing premium pet food company.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

11d ago

Listed five days ago

Qualified Deck Hand (QFD)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Structured 6–12 week rotations with time at home between trips

As a Qualified Deckhand, you'll be hands-on ensuring smooth operations on deck, working across our fleet of vessels located in Timaru or Tauranga.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

5d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Deep Sea Fishing Crew - Seafood Processing (Independent Contractor)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury(Remote)

Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard
Structured 6–12 week rotations with time at home between trips
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!

Earn year-round while typically only working 6–8 months. Work 6–12 weeks on/6 weeks off with meals, Wi-Fi and a unique career at sea

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Deep Sea Fishing Crew - Seafood Processing (Independent Contractor)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman(Remote)

Structured 6–12 week rotations with time at home between trips
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard

Earn year-round while typically only working 6–8 months. Work 6–12 weeks on/6 weeks off with meals, Wi-Fi and a unique career at sea

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

11d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Animal Feed Labourer

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

$26/hr + 8% holiday pay

Immediate start - Rolleston location
Earn $26.00/hr + 8% holiday pay, with PPE supplied
Monday to Friday rotating roster, no weekend shifts

Operate machinary, lift/stack product and grow with a leading Rolleston feed manufacturer - $26/hr + rotating shift roster

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Process Technician

at Leaft Foods Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Brand-new food manufacturing process
Opportunity to impact the future of food production
Immediate start available

Join the future of food innovation! You'll be at the forefront of operating new food-processing technologies to make a plant-based protein.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Sample Processing Operators - Seasonal

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Riverlea, Waikato

Experience the buzz of peak dairy season!

Great team environment
Extra leave days
Seasonal role

Join a friendly and supportive team environment. Play a part in driving the future of dairy in NZ. Shift work is required.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

Food Processing Workers

at Tech 5 Recruitment - Nelson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman

NZD 24 - 26 per hour, Great culture

Competitive rate for the work, paid to you weekly
Casual work, it gives you flexibility and work/life balance
All appropriate safety clothing will be supplied to you for free

Come working casually for food processing businesses world famous, not only in New Zealand: making products you can be proud of!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

18d ago

Listed ten days ago

Seasonal Sample Processing Operators - Christchurch

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Islington, Canterbury

Be part of the industry that powers the NZ economy

8 Month Seasonal Role
Experience the buzz of peak dairy season!
Work with a great team.

Join a friendly and supportive team environment. Play a part in driving the future of dairy in NZ. Rotating shift work is required.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

Listed four days ago

Pot-washer / Cleanmaster

at Dessert Kitchen

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paerata, Auckland

$23.95 per hour

Keep our commercial bakery running smoothly! 6 month contract pot-washing role for a reliable team player who takes pride in hygiene and hands-on work

subClassification: LabourersLabourers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Shift Production Operator

at Ice Point

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$28 – $32 per hour

A great hands on shift production role for an energetic and reliable candidate.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Cold Store Production Operator

at ALH Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$24

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)

12d ago

Listed two days ago

Production Line Worker

at OneStaff Hawkes Bay

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings, Hawkes Bay

Competitive starting rate and paid breaks

A competitive starting rate with paid breaks
Maximise your workdays and your downtime.
Work with a supportive company through your employment

Production Line Workers wanted! Join a well-known local manufacturer in a fast-paced bagging role. Reliable, fit team players wanted. Apply now!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Foundry Workers

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Immediate start for the right candidate
Fantastic team culture
Apply now

We are looking for Foundry Workers to start ASAP for a well established industry leader in the marine industry. Apply Now!!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

20d ago

Listed four days ago

Slaughter Labourer - Crusader Meats

at NetYourJob

This is a Contract/Temp job

Benneydale, Waikato

$23.95 - $30 per hour

Fixed term seasonal roles commencing November 2026
Life insurance benefits for qualifying employees
Join the team at Crusader Meats in Benneydale

Crusader Meats NZ have 20-30 vacancies for reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking people to join our team as Labourers in our Slaughter room

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Meal Plant Operator - Longliner Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman

6–7 week on/off rotation – Enjoy extended time at home between voyages
Unique offshore career – Work aboard a deep-sea longline vessel
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!

Operate and maintain the fish meal plant aboard our longline vessel. Enjoy a 6–7 week on/off rotation and unique offshore lifestyleent

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Meal Plant Operator - Longliner Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

6–7 week on/off rotation – Enjoy extended time at home between voyages
Hands-on technical role – Operate and maintain the onboard fish meal plant
Unique offshore career – Work aboard a deep-sea longline vessel

Operate and maintain the fish meal plant aboard our longline vessel. Enjoy a 6–7 week on/off rotation and unique offshore lifestyleent

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Boning Room Labourers

at NetYourJob

This is a Contract/Temp job

Benneydale, Waikato

Gain valuable experience in the meat processing industry
Seasonal Full-Time Positions | Multiple Vacancies Available
Join the team at Crusader Meats in Benneydale

Crusader Meats NZ are looking for 20 - 30 reliable, hardworking Labourers to join our Boning Room team for the upcoming peak season

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Cook/Chef - Deepsea Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Travel covered – Flights to and from Timaru are arranged and paid for by Sanford
Flights covered – Travel to and from Timaru is arranged and paid for each trip.
Unique offshore role – Cook aboard a deep-sea longline vessel.

Cook hearty meals for up to 26 crew aboard our longline vessel. Enjoy a 6–7 week on/off rotation, with flights to Timaru included.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Fishing Charter Skipper

at Snapper Fishing Charters

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$45 – $50 per hour

Fishing Charter Skipper

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty days ago

Laboratory Technician - Newstead (Seasonal)

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newstead, Waikato

Experience the buzz of peak dairy season!

Work in the sector that powers the NZ economy!
Fast paced and fun environment.
Great team to work with.

Join a farmer‑owned co‑op to support semen testing and dairy genetics with precise, collaborative work and peak‑season flexibility.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago

Listed four days ago

Meal Plant Operator - Longliner Fishing Vessel

at Sanford

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

6–7 week on/off rotation – Enjoy extended time at home between voyages
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Unique offshore career – Work aboard a deep-sea longline vessel

Operate and maintain the fish meal plant aboard our longline vessel. Enjoy a 6–7 week on/off rotation and unique offshore lifestyleent

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Laboratory Despatch Technician - Seasonal

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newstead, Waikato

Experience peak dairy season !

Work in the sector that powers the NZ economy
Great team environment
Seasonal role

Join a supportive, collaborative team, dedicated to empowering farmers with industry-leading products.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed six days ago

AB Despatch Technician - Seasonal

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newstead, Waikato

Experience peak dairy season !

Create better work stories
Be part of the sector that powers the NZ economy
5 months seasonal work

Seasonal work to cover peak season. Storing and packing frozen semen straws to be distributed to farms. Great team environment!

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Brewery Technician

at Asahi Beverages

This is a Contract/Temp job

Papakura, Auckland

Hourly rate + Asahi Perks!

Join a leading beverage organisation and make an impact!
Be part of a supportive team culture valuing safety and continuous improvement
Enjoy product discounts and Asahi perks

Play a key role in crafting some of New Zealand’s most loved beers, working hands-on across all stages of the brewing process.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

F Endorsed Forklift Operator

at OneStaff Auckland Hub

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tuakau, Waikato

Weekly Pay
Competitive Pay rates
PPE Provided

We are looking for an F Endorsed Forklift Operator / Process Worker to join a busy production team in Tuakau

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Cook

at Nuku Walk

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waikawau, Waikato

$30 – $40 per hour

Remote coastal location
Small supportive team
Free accommodation

Join Nuku Walk as a seasonal cook, creating memorable meals in a breathtaking rural coastal setting where adventure is part of every day.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

20d ago

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