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Production Supervisor

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brand-new food manufacturing process
Opportunity to impact the future of food production
Dynamic team and collaborative environment

Join the future of food innovation! You'll be at the forefront of running a new manufacturing process to make innovative plant-based proteins.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Product Validation Engineer

at Task Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Test GNSS, machine/grade control, automation, survey & construction technology
12mth Contract with potential extension or convert to permanent
Based in Inner West Christchurch

Wanting a career not just a job? Launch your engineering career testing world-class machine control & positioning technology used on global projects

Recruited byFortunato Galluzzo

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

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Listed twenty days ago

Mechanical Commissioning Engineer

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive hourly rates

Competitive hourly rates - temporary contract - GST or PAYE
Commission automated machinery from workshop testing to customer handover
Work on innovative automation projects with travel to customer sites as required

Hands-on Commissioning Engineer wanted for temporary automation projects, machine testing, startup and commissioning.

Recruited byEwen Morgan

subClassification: Building Services EngineeringBuilding Services Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Operations Team Leader

at Ocius

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hillcrest, Auckland

Take ownership of and grow Ocius in New Zealand
Unique potential to set up an entire maintenance and ops facility
Deliver maintenance for a capability already making an impact

Build the Ocius New Zealand operational presence and deliver market-leading uncrewed capability to RNZN

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

13d ago

Listed six days ago

Production Supervisor

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
Dynamic team and collaborative environment

Join the future of food innovation! You'll be at the forefront of running a new manufacturing process to make innovative plant-based proteins.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Engineering & Manufacturing Opportunities

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Multiple shifts available
Multiple positions available
Immediate start

Trade Qualified Mechanical Fitters | CNC Machinists | Foundry Trade | Multiple Shifts Available | Ongoing Career Opportunities

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

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Engineering Project Manager

at Synlait Milk Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dunsandel, Canterbury

Dunsandel location + Bus from Rolleston available
Deliver a significant portfolio of projects in our Capital Works program
12-month fixed term contract - Step into a role that makes a difference

Join us as a Senior Engineering Project Manager for a 12-month fixed term contract to deliver a diverse range of projects...

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Product Validation Engineer

at Task Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Test GNSS, machine/grade control, automation, survey & construction technology
12mth Contract with potential extension or convert to permanent
Based in Inner West Christchurch

Wanting a career not just a job? Launch your engineering career testing world-class machine control & positioning technology used on global projects

Recruited byFortunato Galluzzo

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

21d ago

Listed nine days ago

Internship Mechanical Engineering 2026/2027

at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Building Services Manager

at RobLawMax Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$70 - $90 p.h.

Lead complex projects through successful completion
Join a respected team delivering excellence
Drive innovation across building services delivery

Take ownership of critical building services delivery on a landmark project while working with an experienced, high-performing team.

subClassification: Building Services EngineeringBuilding Services Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Mechanical Fitter

at Industry Staff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

$50 – $65 per hour

New equipment build
Good conditions
Excellent environment

This project work is suited to a trades person that is comfortable in fitting to fine tolerances and working in a team environment.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Mechanical Supervisor

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

NZD 45 - 60 per hour, + $700 p.w

$700/week out-of-town allowance on top of your $60/hr rate
6-month contract with weekly pay and payment for every hour worked
Spend six months on a major project while enjoying the region

Relocate to sunny Hawke’s Bay for a 6-month Mechanical Supervisor contract. Immediate start.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Process Engineer

at Ballance Agri-Nutrients

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hawera, Taranaki

Manage and support capital projects
Manage and support process safety activities
Support our management of Change process

Provide process engineering support to Operations and Maintenance, improving infrastructure and keeping the Ammonia-Urea plant running.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty four days ago

Reliability Engineer

at Asset Recruitment Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Immediate start
On-going employment
Great, well-known organisation

Support global capital projects and existing assets by embedding reliability and asset management principles early in the equipment lifecycle.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance classification: Engineering(Engineering)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Internship Mechatronics Engineering 2026/2027

at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Workshop Engineer - 6 Months Fixed Term

at Ricoh New Zealand Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Yearly

Hands-on, technical & practical
Supportive Team Environment
Come and work for Ricoh!

Workshop Engiineer - 6 month fixed term

subClassification: Printing & Publishing ServicesPrinting & Publishing Services classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

MSC / Marine Maintenance / USV Maintenance

at Ocius

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Drive maintenance for a leadingdefence-focussed uncrewed capability
Rare opportunity to become a foundational team member
2 x Fixed Term roles available

Be a foundational member of Ocius NZ and expand your career to involve maintaining USVs alongside RNZN whilst gaining hands-on experience in Australia

subClassification: Maintenance & Handyperson ServicesMaintenance & Handyperson Services classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

16d ago

Listed three days ago

Service Technician

at Hygiene Technologies Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

$35 – $40 per hour

Service Technician providing onsite support for chemical distribution and dosing systems at a manufacturing facility in South Auckland.

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

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Boiler Mechanic

at Hays | Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

$57.50 per hour (wages)

Save money while you earn money
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Long term growth opportunities

Ever wanted to experience the natural beauty of Antarctica? This all-expenses-paid gig will get you there!

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Wildfire Specialist – Fixed Term – Wellington or Christchurch

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Passionate about the natural environment
This role can be based in Wellington or Christchurch
Salary range $128,449-$142,721 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Join us and help strengthen New Zealand’s ability to prevent, prepare for and respond to wildfires.

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Innovation Project Lead

at Ballance Agri-Nutrients

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

An exciting role helping shape the future of farming.
Turn great ideas and science into outcomes for NZ farmers and growers.
Be part of a great team.

Lead innovation projects from concept to launch, partnering across teams to deliver value for Ballance, customers and shareholders.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

5d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Site Maintenance Engineer

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

6 month contract with potential to extend
Full time hours on site
Join an amazing team!

Great opportunity to join an amazing team in this 6 month contract Site Maintenance Engineer opportunity in Tauranga.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical & Fabrication

at Able Personnel (2024) Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Temporary role with possibility to become permanent
Varied locations - workshop and field servicing
Supportive team environment

Are you a practical, mechanically minded engineer or technician who enjoys problem-solving and variety?

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Internship Programme

at KiwiRail

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

On-The Job Skill Development +Job Progression Opportunities
Great Staff Benefits & Discounted Travel
Great opportunity to join one of NZ's largest growing organization's

Track your future with KiwiRail - gain real experience that moves New Zealand forward.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed five days ago

Project Manager - Fixed Term for 2years

at Auckland Airport

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Work with a passionate team
Free onsite parking
2-years fixed term contract to align with delivery of our major projects.

You'll lead the delivery of major airfield infrastructure projects from planning and design through to construction & handover.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

IT Project Lead

at Brannigans Consulting Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Based in Christchurch NZ

Fixed Term Contract, Christchurch Based
Drive Multi-Site IT Infrastructure Delivery
Trusted Technical Partner to the Digital Lead

You will take ownership of IT infrastructure readiness across a significant multi-site programme of work during a minimum 9 month fixed term.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Site Engineer

at Seipp Construction Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Stay local
Build landmark infrastructure
Grow your engineering career

Build a landmark Hawke's Bay infrastructure project. Grow your engineering career with Seipp while working close to home on a major wastewater upgrade

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed two days ago