Machinery Operator Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Kiwifruit Forklift Operators - Tauranga Port

at Qube Ports NZ

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

$30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Rewarding pay $30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay
Fixed term contract until September 2026

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Rewarding pay $30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay
Fixed term contract until September 2026

Forklift operators wanted for the 2026 Kiwifruit Season! $30.90/hr + 8% holiday pay, Mount Maunganui, day & night shifts.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

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Labourers and Operators

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$30.90 – $36 per hour (Including annual leave)

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for future work on our projects across the country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for future work on our projects across the country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking people to join our team for the Te Rahui Solar Project- Starting in May/ June! Up to 9 months of work!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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Listed three days ago

Heavy Machinery Operator

at AWF

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$28 - $35 p.h. + Kiwisaver + Holiday & Sick Pay

Weekly Pay
Local Work
Long Term Opportunities

Weekly Pay
Local Work
Long Term Opportunities

If you're a skilled machine operator who takes pride in quality work, we have opportunities on major civil projects that value experience and skill.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Heavy Machinery Operator

at AWF

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill, Southland

$28 - $40 p.h.

Weekly pay
on-going consistent work
Opportunity for full-time position for the right candidate

Weekly pay
on-going consistent work
Opportunity for full-time position for the right candidate

Experienced Heavy Machine Operator required for Southland civil projects, operating WTR machinery and Class 2-5 trucks with a strong safety focus.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Machine Operator Night Shift

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Drury, Auckland

Monday - Thursday Shifts | Weekly Pay
$29 - 40 per hour - depending on experience
Drury South location

Monday - Thursday Shifts | Weekly Pay
$29 - 40 per hour - depending on experience
Drury South location

Nightshift Machine Operators needed in Drury. 12hr Mon-Thu shifts with day shift training. Food manufacturing/canning experience ideal.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

3d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Civil Machine Operators

at ALH Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Competitive Hourly Rates (Based on Experience)
Paid Weekly
Ongoing Civil & Roading Projects

Competitive Hourly Rates (Based on Experience)
Paid Weekly
Ongoing Civil & Roading Projects

We're looking for reliable WTR-endorsed operators to join our growing civil team for an immediate start.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

7h ago

Listed three days ago

Machine Operator

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Otahuhu, Auckland(Remote)

Temp-to-perm opportunity with a highly reputable food manufacturer
Long-term career development in a stable, essential industry
Two years FMCG experience and ability to lift 20Kgs repetitively required.

Temp-to-perm opportunity with a highly reputable food manufacturer
Long-term career development in a stable, essential industry
Two years FMCG experience and ability to lift 20Kgs repetitively required.

Join a top NZ flour miller in Otahuhu! Rotating shift role with training, growth & hands-on work in a solid, long-standing food production team.

Recruited bySarah Coad

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Civil Machine Operators - Auckland

at Drake New Zealand - Auckland South

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

$35 - $40

Full-time hours with an immediate start
Supportive team environment.
Opportunities for growth within the company

Full-time hours with an immediate start
Supportive team environment.
Opportunities for growth within the company

Can operate a digger without being babysat? Good pay, steady civil work, solid crew. Apply now.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Machine Operator / Line Leader

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pakuranga, Auckland

Termporary role with potential to transition to a permanent position!
Convenient East Auckland Location.
Available Immediately!

Termporary role with potential to transition to a permanent position!
Convenient East Auckland Location.
Available Immediately!

Are you an experienced Line Leader with strong machine operation and line setup expertise? Take the next step in your career with this afternoon shift

Recruited bySarah Coad

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

3d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Machine Operator / Labourer

at The Labour Supply Co

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

NZD 28 - 35 per hour

Visa sponsorship available if you are already in NZ
Long-term civil projects
Multiple machines on offer

Visa sponsorship available if you are already in NZ
Long-term civil projects
Multiple machines on offer

We’re looking for experienced machine operators who are also happy to jump out of the cab and help the crew on the ground . This is...

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

28d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Kiwifruit Forklift Operators - Tauranga Port

at Qube Ports NZ

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

$30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Rewarding pay $30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay
Fixed term contract until September 2026

Work for one of Australasia's leading providers of integrated logistics
Rewarding pay $30.90/hour + 8% holiday pay
Fixed term contract until September 2026

Forklift operators wanted for the 2026 Kiwifruit Season! $30.90/hr + 8% holiday pay, Mount Maunganui, day & night shifts.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

20d ago

Listed nine days ago

Wool Scourer / Processing Operator

at EQUIP Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Seasonal opportunity with an immediate start
Hastings based
Weekly wages plus 8% holiday pay

Seasonal opportunity with an immediate start
Hastings based
Weekly wages plus 8% holiday pay

NZ‑owned company supporting the primary sector is looking for experienced, reliable seasonal Wool Scourers to join their processing team.

Recruited bySonya Trott

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Forklift Operators – Heavy Freight (5–10 Tonne Machines)

at Motion Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Forklift Operator + 5–10 Tonne Experience + Heavy & General Freight + 4AM Starts + East Tamaki to Wiri + Full NZ Work Rights

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Production Operator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28 - $30 p.h. + Paid Lunch Break

Full-Time Hours + Immediate Start + Temp to Perm Opportunity
Weekly Pay Cycle + Carpark Onsite + Paid Lunch Break
On-The-Job Learning Opportunities + On-Going Work

Full-Time Hours + Immediate Start + Temp to Perm Opportunity
Weekly Pay Cycle + Carpark Onsite + Paid Lunch Break
On-The-Job Learning Opportunities + On-Going Work

Work as part of a team safely & efficiently operating machinery to ensure the continuous production of plasterboard. Drive a counterbalance forklift.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

3d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Machine Operator

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wigram, Canterbury

$25.00p/h + depending on experience

Structured day shift with clear rosters allows you to plan outside of work
Competitive hourly rates dependent on your experience
Opportunities to upskill on a wide range of modern machinery

Structured day shift with clear rosters allows you to plan outside of work
Competitive hourly rates dependent on your experience
Opportunities to upskill on a wide range of modern machinery

Full-time Machine Operator roles with iconic NZ company. Day shifts producing high-quality rubber & polymer products

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

12d ago

Listed two hours ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator

at Cardinal Logistics

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

Push your career forward with Cardinal! 40hrs a week & get paid weekly.
Fixed term ending January 2027
Free on site parking, good team culture, monthly team events and more

Push your career forward with Cardinal! 40hrs a week & get paid weekly.
Fixed term ending January 2027
Free on site parking, good team culture, monthly team events and more

Night shift Forklift Operator wanted! If you have a previous forklift operating experience and want to drive your career to the next step apply today.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

2h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Skilled Machine Operator

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Proven machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment
Earn weekly wages with an additional 8% holiday pay
Stable afternoon hours,Monday to Friday, 3 PM to 11:30 PM

Proven machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment
Earn weekly wages with an additional 8% holiday pay
Stable afternoon hours,Monday to Friday, 3 PM to 11:30 PM

Experienced Machine Operator needed for afternoon shift in Highbrook. $25-$27/hr. Temp to perm role in manufacturing. Sewing experience a bonus.

Recruited byNicole Kristar

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

14d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Civil Machine Operators - AKL North

at Unite Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rodney & North Shore, Auckland

Weekly Pay
Competitive Rates
Long Term Projects

Weekly Pay
Competitive Rates
Long Term Projects

We are looking for experienced Civil Machine Operators for immediate starts on a number of projects on Auckland's North Shore.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Labourers and Operators

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$30.90 – $36 per hour (Including annual leave)

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for future work on our projects across the country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for future work on our projects across the country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking people to join our team for the Te Rahui Solar Project- Starting in May/ June! Up to 9 months of work!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed four days ago

Process Worker/ Forklift Operator - Pokeno

at Drake New Zealand - Hamilton

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pokeno, Waikato

Temporary role in Pokeno
4x4 shifts - 12 hours per day - Weekly pay
Potential to turn into a Permanent role

Temporary role in Pokeno
4x4 shifts - 12 hours per day - Weekly pay
Potential to turn into a Permanent role

Process Worker / Forklift Driver role in Pokeno - Working 4x4 shifts - 12 hours per day - With weekly pay.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Civil Operator (WTR)

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Petone, Wellington

$30 - $38 + based on experience

Ongoing full-time work!
Long-term projects!
Work for a high performing team!

Ongoing full-time work!
Long-term projects!
Work for a high performing team!

We're looking for multi-skilled operators for projects across Wellington starting ASAP!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Aluminium Production Operators & Labourers

at Enterprise Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill, Southland

Learn new skills
Work/Life balance
Ongoing opportunities

Learn new skills
Work/Life balance
Ongoing opportunities

Work includes operating plant machinery, manual industrial tasks, production processes, and maintaining high standards of equipment care.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

5d ago

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