Materials Engineering Contract Temp Jobs in Howick Auckland, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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QC Technician I (6 months)

at Sensient Technologies

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Join our dynamics team for more learning opportunities!

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

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Warehouse Relocation Project leader

at Jacobsen Creative Surfaces

This is a Contract/Temp job

St Johns, Auckland

Own a landmark project — Lead NZ's most significant warehouse relocation
Flexible engagement on your terms - built around where your strengths shine.
Leave a legacy — Deliver a fit-for-purpose facility that transforms operations

Own a landmark project — Lead NZ's most significant warehouse relocation
Flexible engagement on your terms - built around where your strengths shine.
Leave a legacy — Deliver a fit-for-purpose facility that transforms operations

Own a high-impact relocation project end-to-end — or just the phase that suits you. Planning, implementation, or both.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

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Listed eleven days ago

Timber Warehouse/ Sales Assistant

at MIllwood Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

$25 – $32.50 per hour

Join us & become an integral role in the growth and development of a family run business. Opportunity for career growth for someone with initiative.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

11d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

QC Technician I (6 months)

at Sensient Technologies

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Join our dynamics team for more learning opportunities!

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

24d 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 twenty five days ago

Laboratory Technician - Auckland

at Enviro NZ

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

Good hourly rate

Excellent team environment in NZ wide, growth oriented, complex business
Have a contemporary approach – come help us lift our game!
Dynamic and exciting environmental outcomes industry

Excellent team environment in NZ wide, growth oriented, complex business
Have a contemporary approach – come help us lift our game!
Dynamic and exciting environmental outcomes industry

Play a key role in the daily operations of our laboratory, where you will be responsible for sampling, tracking, and reporting incoming waste samples

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

25d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Customer Service / Sales Support

at Bailey Tanks

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wiri, Auckland

We value communities and being a responsible and sustainable manufacturer in NZ
Be part of a thriving dynamic business
Modern facility located in Wiri, South Auckland

We value communities and being a responsible and sustainable manufacturer in NZ
Be part of a thriving dynamic business
Modern facility located in Wiri, South Auckland

Customer service role on a 6-month contract. Support customers, handle enquiries, and keep communication smooth across the team.

subClassification: Client & Sales AdministrationClient & Sales Administration

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

17d 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 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 seventeen days ago

Warehouse Relocation Project leader

at Jacobsen Creative Surfaces

This is a Contract/Temp job

St Johns, Auckland

Own a landmark project — Lead NZ's most significant warehouse relocation
Flexible engagement on your terms - built around where your strengths shine.
Leave a legacy — Deliver a fit-for-purpose facility that transforms operations

Own a landmark project — Lead NZ's most significant warehouse relocation
Flexible engagement on your terms - built around where your strengths shine.
Leave a legacy — Deliver a fit-for-purpose facility that transforms operations

Own a high-impact relocation project end-to-end — or just the phase that suits you. Planning, implementation, or both.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

17d ago

Listed four 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

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)

4d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Indirect Procurement Coordinator

at Steel&Tube Holdings Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

6-month contract. Drive indirect procurement excellence for NZ’s steel leader
Optimise supplier performance, contracts and fleet management
Deliver cost efficiency while supporting customer service goals

6-month contract. Drive indirect procurement excellence for NZ’s steel leader
Optimise supplier performance, contracts and fleet management
Deliver cost efficiency while supporting customer service goals

Join Steel & Tube, in this 6-month fixed-term role as our Indirect Procurement Coordinator.

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

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

13d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Supply Chain Planner - 12 Month Fixed Term

at POSTIE PLUS GROUP LIMITED

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland

We’re customer-obsessed, people-focused, and always looking for better ways to do things. When our people thrive, our customers do too.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

12d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Software Engineer - Mobile Android

at TSB

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Join us and be part of making a positive impact in our communities
Join a team passionate about our vision, as we work to become the easiest bank
Work with a team that recognises and celebrates your contribution

Join us and be part of making a positive impact in our communities
Join a team passionate about our vision, as we work to become the easiest bank
Work with a team that recognises and celebrates your contribution

This hands-on role involves designing, building, and maintaining Android applications and integrations with backend systems using APIs.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

8h ago

Listed three days ago

Dispatch Coordination

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

Strong pay + clear pathway to $80-90k permanent salary
Monday to Friday | 6:00am - 4:00pm
Penrose Auckland location

Strong pay + clear pathway to $80-90k permanent salary
Monday to Friday | 6:00am - 4:00pm
Penrose Auckland location

Join a fast-moving team managing dispatch, bookings, and weighbridge operations in a busy logistics environment.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Inventory Storeperson

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

$28 ph plus 8% holiday pay

$28/hr + 8% Holiday Pay
Day shift - Monday to Friday & Free Parking
Opportunity for growth - Heights certificate (upskilling available)

$28/hr + 8% Holiday Pay
Day shift - Monday to Friday & Free Parking
Opportunity for growth - Heights certificate (upskilling available)

Experienced Inventory Storeperson with Reach / Manup licence for a long standing company - Long term role on offer

Recruited byJason Boot

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

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

13d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Administrator

at Stellar Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Glen Innes, Auckland

Competitive Salary + Learning Opportunities

6 month contract with opportunity to move permanent
30 - 35 hours per week, Perfect for the school run!
Glen Innes Location, carpark provided

6 month contract with opportunity to move permanent
30 - 35 hours per week, Perfect for the school run!
Glen Innes Location, carpark provided

Support daily operations through invoicing, stock receipting, filing, and admin tasks in a busy, friendly team with strong learning opportunities.

Recruited bySam Chatterley-Hodgson

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

25d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Senior Procurement Business Partner

at Foodstuffs North Island Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland(Hybrid)

12 month fixed term opportunity
Join an awesome team who love to achieve awesome things
Competitive salary, a multitude of benefits & flexible working opportunities

12 month fixed term opportunity
Join an awesome team who love to achieve awesome things
Competitive salary, a multitude of benefits & flexible working opportunities

Partner across the business to deliver high‑quality procurement outcomes with emphasis on packaging, consumables, and IT procurement.

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

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

11h ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Trade Assistants & Mechanical Engineers / Contractors

at Motion Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Northcote, Auckland

$27 - $45 (PAYE or Contractor rates available)

Temporary Roles - Trade Assistants & Mechanical Engineers / Contractors

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

26d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Senior AI & Tool Development Engineer (Full-time/Remote)

at BW IP Holdings Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$75 – $95 per hour

Have the autonomy to shape our AI direction from the ground up, access to the latest tools and frameworks, and the freedom to work from anywhere!

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

14d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Demand Planner

at Mars New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive Salary + bonus + hybrid + free parking

Build and align forecasts with Sales and Marketing
Mars NZ home to brands such as PEDIGREE® MARS®, SNICKERS®, WHISKAS®, ECLIPSE®
12 Month contract based onsite Ellerslie | Hybrid Working + free onsite parking

Build and align forecasts with Sales and Marketing
Mars NZ home to brands such as PEDIGREE® MARS®, SNICKERS®, WHISKAS®, ECLIPSE®
12 Month contract based onsite Ellerslie | Hybrid Working + free onsite parking

You’ll own the forecasting process across our Snacking and Food portfolio.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

13d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

CIMIC Group Undergraduate Program 2027 - NZ

at CIMIC Graduates - CPB Contractors

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Clear Career Progression & Learning Opportunities
Engage in Purposeful, Meaningful Work
Supportive Leadership & Strong Culture

Clear Career Progression & Learning Opportunities
Engage in Purposeful, Meaningful Work
Supportive Leadership & Strong Culture

Nau mai, haere mai — be part of something bigger! Join our award‑winning CIMIC Undergraduate Program, commencing 2027.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago

Listed six days ago

Rollformer Operator / Setter

at Trade Assist

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

Set up and operate roll forming machinery
Monitor quality and troubleshoot issues
Perform basic maintenance and work safely

Set up and operate roll forming machinery
Monitor quality and troubleshoot issues
Perform basic maintenance and work safely

Hands-on role setting and operating roll forming machinery. Ideal for a mechanically minded operator focused on quality and efficiency.

Recruited byAlex Gorham

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

6d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Raw Material Planner/Buyer (Fixed - Term)

at Tegel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

Competitive remuneration + Carpark + A supportive, team-focused environment
Staff discounts on Tegel products
Fixed term opportunity with well known poultry brand

Competitive remuneration + Carpark + A supportive, team-focused environment
Staff discounts on Tegel products
Fixed term opportunity with well known poultry brand

Our Story As a market leader in our industry, we face the challenge of staying ahead and consistently delivering world-class products that our custome

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

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

18d ago

Listed four days ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Construction Systems, AI and Sector Resilience

at Auckland University Of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$80k - 85k p.a + professional development + more

Generous Leave Entitlements
Flexible working arrangements
Professional Development Opportunities

Generous Leave Entitlements
Flexible working arrangements
Professional Development Opportunities

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join a nationally significant research programme, CanConstruct Aotearoa.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed six days ago

Supply Chain Analyst

at Hunter Campbell Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland

Shape the supply chain with insights

Build Power BI dashboards from scratch to turn raw data into actionable insight
Influence operational and commercial decisions with your analysis
Gain exposure across multiple teams while supporting day-to-day logistics activi

Build Power BI dashboards from scratch to turn raw data into actionable insight
Influence operational and commercial decisions with your analysis
Gain exposure across multiple teams while supporting day-to-day logistics activi

Immediate start, newly created supply chain analyst role - initial 3 month contract. Auckland city fringe.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

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

6d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Maintenance Engineer

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Join a supportive, safety-first culture where your skills are valued.
Work with GMP standards and enjoy on-site parking for stress-free mornings.
Afternoon Shift | Immediate Start - Temporary/Contract with long-term potential

Join a supportive, safety-first culture where your skills are valued.
Work with GMP standards and enjoy on-site parking for stress-free mornings.
Afternoon Shift | Immediate Start - Temporary/Contract with long-term potential

Join a fast-paced FMCG site in South/East Auckland. Maintain high-speed production lines, work on modern equipment, and support continuous improvement