Mechanical Design Draftsperson Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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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)

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Site Engineer

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$95,000 – $110,000 per year

Very Competitive Salary and Benefits
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!

Very Competitive Salary and Benefits
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented Site Engineer to join our team on the Te Rahui Solar Project.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

Featured

Listed five days ago

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

at HamiltonJet

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work on innovative, real world engineering projects.
Learn from industry leading engineers.
Be part of a globally recognised New Zealand brand.

Work on innovative, real world engineering projects.
Learn from industry leading engineers.
Be part of a globally recognised New Zealand brand.

We are seeking a hands-on, design-focused Graduate Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the development of next generation waterjet products.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

General Mechanical Engineer

at Roading and Building Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Term to Perm
Competitive hourly rate
Leading engineering Company

Term to Perm
Competitive hourly rate
Leading engineering Company

General Mechanical Engineer - fabrication and mechanical engineering duties, reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Draughting Contractor

at Keith Hay Homes

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Roskill, Auckland(Hybrid)

By negotiation - per job

We are looking for a team player who is passionate about their job. Help us make a difference building.

subClassification: Architectural DraftingArchitectural Drafting

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

2d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Architectural Revit Draftsperson

at Mulu Design Workshop Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Birkenhead, Auckland(Hybrid)

Be part of a small, design-led team with deep involvement, flexibility, and close collaboration.

subClassification: Architectural DraftingArchitectural Drafting

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

22d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer

at Tradestaff

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

Fantastic company
Work on large-scale, tangible projects
Join a culture of experts who take pride in their craft

Fantastic company
Work on large-scale, tangible projects
Join a culture of experts who take pride in their craft

As our new Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be the bridge between conceptual problem-solving and physical execution.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago

Listed thirteen 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)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Draftsperson (Archicad) (Contract)

at Grada Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Remote)

Flexible contract work (1-2 week blocks + ongoing)
Residential projects - townhouses, reclads, renovations
ArchiCAD 28 required (own system)

Flexible contract work (1-2 week blocks + ongoing)
Residential projects - townhouses, reclads, renovations
ArchiCAD 28 required (own system)

Flexible ArchiCAD contract work across residential projects. Short-term bursts and ongoing support with immediate start.

subClassification: Architectural DraftingArchitectural Drafting

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

13d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Interior Technician

at Warren and Mahoney Architects

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive Salary + Kiwisaver

An international practice of award winning designers and architects
Salary + Kiwisaver + 1 day WFH
Strong culture of creativity, collaboration and innovation

An international practice of award winning designers and architects
Salary + Kiwisaver + 1 day WFH
Strong culture of creativity, collaboration and innovation

We are seeking a talented Interior Technician with 8+ years' experience, ideally in workplace design, Revit knowledge and working onsite.

subClassification: Interior DesignInterior Design

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

20d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Engineering Trade Assistant

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$24 - $30 per hour + 8% Holiday Pay

Immediate start for the right candidate
Hands-on mechanical experience
Top Engineering/Manufacturing companies within Christchurch

Immediate start for the right candidate
Hands-on mechanical experience
Top Engineering/Manufacturing companies within Christchurch

Are you looking for a hands-on role in Mechanical Engineering that will give you valuable industry experience. We have short term or long-term

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Site Engineer

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$95,000 – $110,000 per year

Very Competitive Salary and Benefits
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!

Very Competitive Salary and Benefits
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented Site Engineer to join our team on the Te Rahui Solar Project.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Sales, Marketing & Design Coordinator

at Energylight

This is a Contract/Temp job

Woolston, Canterbury

Nine month fixed term role starting mid May
Established market leader in specification lighting and manufacturing
Good salary, great team and a role offering good experience in several areas

Nine month fixed term role starting mid May
Established market leader in specification lighting and manufacturing
Good salary, great team and a role offering good experience in several areas

A fixed term role in lively, rewarding environment supporting cutting edge commercial lighting technology solutions

subClassification: Sales CoordinatorsSales Coordinators

classification: Sales(Sales)

23d ago

Listed five days ago

Graduate Energy Project Coordinator - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

at Auckland Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work-life balance and flexibility

Great opportunity for a recent graduate
Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth
Two-year fixed term contract

Great opportunity for a recent graduate
Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth
Two-year fixed term contract

Contribute to real energy savings and carbon reduction outcomes

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

5d ago

Listed six days ago

Intermediate Packaging Designer & Artworker (Freelance Contract)

at Purpose Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$55 – $65 per hour

Mid-weight designer with packaging experience and ready to get stuck into a fast-paced contract?

subClassification: Graphic DesignGraphic Design

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

6d ago

Listed ten hours ago

Electronics & Test Engineer (Fixed Term)

at Utility Fleet Vehicles

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Joining a highly talented team taking UBCO electric utility bikes to the world.
Fantastic opportunity to shape a growing global EV brand.
Dream location in Mt Maunganui.

Joining a highly talented team taking UBCO electric utility bikes to the world.
Fantastic opportunity to shape a growing global EV brand.
Dream location in Mt Maunganui.

Electronics & Test Engineer with Utility Fleet Vehicles, Mt Maunganui. Hands-on testing of UBCO products for tough, real-world fleet use.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10h ago

Listed two days ago

Welder Fabricator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sandringham, Auckland

$35 - $45 p.h. + ACC, Kiwisaver, Annual Leave

Hands‑on stainless steel fabrication, TIG & MIG welding, custom sinks, kitchens
Sandringham workshop + site installs, immediate start, standard hours
Strong package, weekly pay, KiwiSaver, ACC, annual leave, full PPE provided

Hands‑on stainless steel fabrication, TIG & MIG welding, custom sinks, kitchens
Sandringham workshop + site installs, immediate start, standard hours
Strong package, weekly pay, KiwiSaver, ACC, annual leave, full PPE provided

Experienced Sheetmetal Fabricator needed for stainless TIG/MIG work, shop fitouts, workshop fabrication and site installs. Immediate start.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Civil Engineer / Graduate

at Tradestaff

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taradale, Hawkes Bay

45

Civil and Structural Projects
Great team and support
Local Hawkes Bay Work

Civil and Structural Projects
Great team and support
Local Hawkes Bay Work

Civil Engineer required for Taradale - Hawkes Bay - APPLY TODAY!

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

CNC Machinist

at Trade Assist

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

$35-42 p/hr

$35-42 p/hr + Paid Weekly
Monday - Friday, 40 hrs/Week + On Going Work
Based in East Auckland with a Temp to Permanent opportunity

$35-42 p/hr + Paid Weekly
Monday - Friday, 40 hrs/Week + On Going Work
Based in East Auckland with a Temp to Permanent opportunity

Trade Assist are looking for an experienced CNC Machinist for an ongoing opportunity based in East Auckland.

Recruited byMike Paterson

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

23d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Project Engineer

at Goodman Fielder New Zealand Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Longburn, Manawatu

18 Month fixed term contract delivering upgrades at dairy manufacturing site
Join the team behind Meadow Fresh, one of NZ's most loved dairy brands
Immediate start

18 Month fixed term contract delivering upgrades at dairy manufacturing site
Join the team behind Meadow Fresh, one of NZ's most loved dairy brands
Immediate start

End-to-end delivery, technical assurance & acceptance of Major Plant & Process equipment at dairy manufacturing site. Deliver cost, scope & quality

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Plastic Technician Wanted - Porirua based

at RobLawMax Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$28 - $30 p.h.

Stability + opportunity to grow your career in a growing industry
Learn valuable, in-demand technical skills
Competitive payrates and shifts designed to maximise a great work life balance

Stability + opportunity to grow your career in a growing industry
Learn valuable, in-demand technical skills
Competitive payrates and shifts designed to maximise a great work life balance

RobLawMax Recruitment is on the hunt for a skilled Plastic Technician to join our client's high-performing production crew in Porirua.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

1d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

CNC Machinist

at HamiltonJet

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive pay and overtime rates
Opportunity to work for a global industry leader
Be a part of a supportive and skilled team

Competitive pay and overtime rates
Opportunity to work for a global industry leader
Be a part of a supportive and skilled team

We are currently seeking experienced CNC Machinist to join our team!

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

27d ago

Listed nine days ago

Engineering Trades Staff Required (Fitter Welders/Fabricators/Pipe Welders)

at Page Macrae Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

$65 – $75 per hour

Competitive rate of pay
Work with experienced tradespeople
Immediate start

Competitive rate of pay
Work with experienced tradespeople
Immediate start

Looking for contracting work in the Bay of Plenty?

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

9d ago

Listed five days ago

CIMIC Group Undergraduate Program 2027 - NZ

at CIMIC Graduates - CPB Contractors

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)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Client Lead Coordinator (Construction Projects)

at Contractor Scale

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$55,000 – $70,000 (pro-rated for part-time)

Handle inbound enquiries from homeowners planning building and renovation projects. No cold calling. phone-based role focused on qualifying leads

subClassification: Sales Representatives/ConsultantsSales Representatives/Consultants

classification: Sales(Sales)

3d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Marine Fitter

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devonport, Auckland

Good Rates. Immediate Start.

Excellent base rate + OT rate + PPE
Immediate start + Potential to extend
North shore location

Excellent base rate + OT rate + PPE
Immediate start + Potential to extend
North shore location

Mechanical or Marine Fitters for a long term contract on a large marine refurbishment project. Starting ASAP

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Project Engineer – Foundry Capacity Increase

at HamiltonJet

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Opportunities to work on engaging and challenging projects.
The chance to make real impact on our business.
Join a globally recognised industry leader

Opportunities to work on engaging and challenging projects.
The chance to make real impact on our business.
Join a globally recognised industry leader

This is an exciting opportunity to expand HamiltonJet’s manufacturing capability and shaping the future of our production and foundry operations.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago

Listed five days ago

Trade Assistant

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

Competitive hourly rates + ongoing work opportunit

Ongoing contract work across multiple projects
Competitive hourly rates + varied environments
Mechanical or electrical background preferred

Ongoing contract work across multiple projects
Competitive hourly rates + varied environments
Mechanical or electrical background preferred

Contract roles for skilled Trade Assistants in Auckland. Some temp to perm opportunities. Mechanical or electrical experience preferred.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed five hours ago

Fitter

at Page Macrae Engineering

Be an early applicant

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

$60 – $70 per hour

Competitive rate of pay
5–6-week project with potential to extend
10-hour days + Saturday work (as required)

Competitive rate of pay
5–6-week project with potential to extend
10-hour days + Saturday work (as required)

Join our highly experienced team and utilize your fitting skills!!

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5h ago

Listed fifteen 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)

15d ago

Listed nine days ago

Product Designer

at Taska360

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$$ dependent on your experience

Engagement to Jan 2027
Join a large programme of work
Chance to utilise your Education / Pedagogy knowledge

Engagement to Jan 2027
Join a large programme of work
Chance to utilise your Education / Pedagogy knowledge

Exciting role which will suit someone who brings expertise in Pedagogy, project work and education assessment standards

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Project Co-Ordinator

at Onestaff Queenstown

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown, Otago

Competitive Hourly rate + 8% Holiday Pay

Be part of a major infrastructure project in Queenstown
Varied role with plenty of responsibility and autonomy
Great opportunity to gain experience across admin, HR, and project coordinatio

Be part of a major infrastructure project in Queenstown
Varied role with plenty of responsibility and autonomy
Great opportunity to gain experience across admin, HR, and project coordinatio

Organised Project Coordinator needed to support a busy team with admin, scheduling, and day-to-day project coordination in a fast-paced environment.

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management

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

13d ago

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