Mechanical Design Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Production Support Technician

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

Expiring soon

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)

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This is a featured job

Project Coordinator

at Techtrade Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Become a key part of a maintenance project for a large vessel inside New Zealand's largest dry dock.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed four days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer

at Tradestaff

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)

4d ago

Listed ten days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Utility Fleet Vehicles

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Mechanical Engineer (12-month contract) with electric vehicle maker, Mt Maunganui. Creating tough, reliable vehicles for real work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed seven days ago

Production Engineer

at Taska Prosthetics

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$80,000 – $100,000 per year

An innovative company that enhances people's lives
Support global customers & end users
Caring and collaborative team based in Christchurch

An innovative company that enhances people's lives
Support global customers & end users
Caring and collaborative team based in Christchurch

A rare opportunity for an experienced Production Engineer to join a world-leading company specialising in prosthetic solutions.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Trade Assistants & Mechanical Engineers / Contractors

at Motion Recruitment

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)

12d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Production Support Technician

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

Expiring soon

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)

26d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer – Foundry Capacity Increase

at HamiltonJet

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)

4d ago

Listed ten days ago

Aftersales Engineering Support Coordinator

at HamiltonJet

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Opportunities to work on engaging and challenging projects.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.
A supportive and innovative company culture.

Opportunities to work on engaging and challenging projects.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.
A supportive and innovative company culture.

Looking for a role where your engineering skills meet real world data? Are you ready to advance your career with a innovative Kiwi company? Apply now!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed twenty two hours 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)

22h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Project Engineer

at GAMBOL PET FOOD (NEW ZEALAND) CO., LIMITED

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pokeno, Waikato

$80,000 – $100,000 per year

Project Engineer: 3-7y exp , Eng degree , NZS 3910. Manage site ops & delivery for Gambol Pet Food NZ

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Engine Room Watch Rating (ERWR) Trainee

at StraitNZ

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Come and join the team onboard engineering team at StraitNZ Bluebridge!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

24d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Project Coordinator

at Techtrade Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Become a key part of a maintenance project for a large vessel inside New Zealand's largest dry dock.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

CNC Machinist

at Trade Assist

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)

17h ago

Listed four days ago

Civil Engineer / Graduate

at Tradestaff

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)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Expression of Interest - Fabricator

at Techtrade Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

3 - 9 month contracts starting ASAP
Competitive rates available
Auckland based roles

3 - 9 month contracts starting ASAP
Competitive rates available
Auckland based roles

Looking for Boilermakers or Fabricators for heavy fabrication & welding contracts on large engineering projects starting in April.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Engineering Trade Assistant

at OneStaff Christchurch

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

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

Roles starting ASAP
Work with well established Engineering/Manufacturing companies
Engineering qualification's are advantageous

Roles starting ASAP
Work with well established Engineering/Manufacturing companies
Engineering qualification's are advantageous

Are you looking for a hands-on role in Mechanical Engineering that will give you valuable industry experience. APPLY NOW!!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

28d ago

Listed ten days ago

Maintenance Engineer

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

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