Forestry Worker 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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Listed nineteen 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)

19h 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 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 twelve days ago

Gardener

at Selwyn Lawn Services Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

$27 – $32 per hour

Gardener wanted – Part-time with potential to grow. Tools & vehicle provided. Flexible agreed days for the right candidate.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

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)

17d ago

Listed five 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)

5d 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 twenty six days ago

Deep Sea Fishing Crew – General Hand (Independent Contractor)

at Sanford

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Life at sea is never the same two days - and as a General Hand, you'll be part of the crew that makes it all happen.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

26d 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 twenty six days ago

Deep Sea Fishing Crew – General Hand (Independent Contractor)

at Sanford

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Life at sea is never the same two days - and as a General Hand, you'll be part of the crew that makes it all happen.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

26d 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 thirteen days ago

Ranger (Seasonal Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Twizel, Canterbury

Be an integral part of the kakī recovery team over the busy summer period

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Construction Supervisor

at Hays | Construction

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Rate dep on exp + accommodation, food & an amazing

Work in a landscape unlike anywhere else!
A once in a lifetime opportunity!
Rate dep on exp + accommodation, food & an amazing experience!

Work in a landscape unlike anywhere else!
A once in a lifetime opportunity!
Rate dep on exp + accommodation, food & an amazing experience!

This is an amazing opportunity for a Construction Supervisor to expand experience into Antarctica!

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

22h 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 ten days ago

Frame and Truss - Nightshift

at Diverse Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Ongoing role
Excellent culture led from the top
Work for a supportive employer

Ongoing role
Excellent culture led from the top
Work for a supportive employer

Join a great team with steady work, competitive pay, and a positive workplace culture!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

10d ago

Listed ten 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)

10d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago