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

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Manufacturing Quality Inspector

at PEC Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Marton, Manawatu

$70,000 – $75,000 per year

Privately Owned Company
Hi Tech Company in Rural New Zealand
Exciting Future

Privately Owned Company
Hi Tech Company in Rural New Zealand
Exciting Future

An exciting 6 month opportunity to development and implement robust processes and procedures for our manufacturing areas.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

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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)

Featured

Listed thirteen days ago

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Food Manufacturing

at Equip People Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$40-$45ph depending on experience

$40-$45ph depending on experience
Predominantly day shift work
Long-term opportunity within an established manufacturing operation

$40-$45ph depending on experience
Predominantly day shift work
Long-term opportunity within an established manufacturing operation

EQUIP People are looking for an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support plant reliability within a busy food manufacturing site.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed five days ago

Engineering Draftsperson

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Immediate start for the right candidate
On site gym and cafe for staff
Long term oppurtunity

Immediate start for the right candidate
On site gym and cafe for staff
Long term oppurtunity

We are looking for a Junior Engineering Draftsperson to join a leading engineering firm who export their products to the world market. APPLY NOW!!

subClassification: Engineering DraftingEngineering Drafting

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed seven days ago

Site 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: 3-6y exp , Eng degree , NZS 3910. Manage site ops & delivery for Gambol Pet Food NZ

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed five days ago

Project Engineer

at McCain Foods (NZ) Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Supportive team environment
Be part of a brand that is recognised (and loved) worldwide
Immediate cover for Life and Total Permanent Disability Insurance

Supportive team environment
Be part of a brand that is recognised (and loved) worldwide
Immediate cover for Life and Total Permanent Disability Insurance

Join us and make a tangible impact on the future of food manufacturing

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Manufacturing Quality Inspector

at PEC Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Marton, Manawatu

$70,000 – $75,000 per year

Privately Owned Company
Hi Tech Company in Rural New Zealand
Exciting Future

Privately Owned Company
Hi Tech Company in Rural New Zealand
Exciting Future

An exciting 6 month opportunity to development and implement robust processes and procedures for our manufacturing areas.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

19d ago

Listed four days ago

Site Stabilisation Engineer - Contract position

at Madison Recruitment Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Six month Contract position
Full time hours on site in Tauranga
Pivotal role with a highly recognised global brand!

Six month Contract position
Full time hours on site in Tauranga
Pivotal role with a highly recognised global brand!

Ready to put your skills into practice in this pivotal Site Stabilisation project for a fast paced manufacturing client in Tauranga?

subClassification: OtherOther

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

4d ago

Listed twenty two 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)

22d ago

Listed six days ago

Mechanical Engineering Apprentice

at OneStaff Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Gain a Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
Training and support from experienced staff
Long-term career opportunities

Gain a Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
Training and support from experienced staff
Long-term career opportunities

Dynaflow ENZED is looking for a motivated Mechanical Engineering Apprentice to gain hands-on hydraulic and engineering experience.

Recruited byKrisma Andres

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

6d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Maintenance Assistant

at Juice Products New Zealand Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Fixed-term seasonal role offering consistent work across the production period
Opportunity to build specialist mechanical skills, knife sets & machinery upkeep
Safety-focused environment with clear processes and strong team support

Fixed-term seasonal role offering consistent work across the production period
Opportunity to build specialist mechanical skills, knife sets & machinery upkeep
Safety-focused environment with clear processes and strong team support

Maintenance role supporting machinery upkeep, knife set servicing, and safe operations across WYMA and grading areas.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

8h ago

Listed eight 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
Hand on engineering work
Short or long term opportunities

Immediate start for the right candidate
Hand on engineering work
Short or long term opportunities

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: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Mechanical Maintenance Tech (Development Role)

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Accrue annual leave, paid stat days

Full time + 7.30am to 4.30pm + Monday to Friday + Career progression
Troubleshoot machines + Scheduled machine maintenance + Breakdown resolution
Short term role with a possibility to extend, for the right person

Full time + 7.30am to 4.30pm + Monday to Friday + Career progression
Troubleshoot machines + Scheduled machine maintenance + Breakdown resolution
Short term role with a possibility to extend, for the right person

Join a well-established organisation at the forefront of animal health, offering innovative solutions that make a real impact globally.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Junior R&D Scientist

at Precision Chroma

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ilam, Canterbury

We are looking for a R&D scientist/engineer to help develop and scale 3D-printed chromatography technology for biopharma manufacturing.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Process Engineer (Graduate)

at PDV Consultants Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Play a key role in high-profile projects by bringing technical information to life through clear documentation and supporting our team of Engineers.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago•Expiring

Listed eight hours ago

Fitter Welder - Fixed Term Contract

at New Zealand Steel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Glenbrook, Auckland

Trade-qualified role with diverse technical work
Overtime opportunities available
Variety of plant maintenance and fabrication work

Trade-qualified role with diverse technical work
Overtime opportunities available
Variety of plant maintenance and fabrication work

Join our maintenance team as a Fitter Welder on a 6-month fixed-term contract with varied industrial work. Level 4 Trade Cert is essential.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8h ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Assembly Technician

at Frogparking Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

We are on the lookout for a motivated individual who isn't afraid to "get their hands dirty" and help build the future of parking technology.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

25d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Site Manager

at Motion Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

$45 -$60p/h depending on experience

Lead modular construction and installation projects in a hands-on Site Manager role with long-term project work

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Site Engineer

at Premier Staffing Solutions

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$31.25 – $38.50 per hour

Competitive Hourly Rate + Weekly Pay
Excellent team culture
Diverse role & interesting work

Competitive Hourly Rate + Weekly Pay
Excellent team culture
Diverse role & interesting work

Civil Site Engineer role - Managing crews, subcontractors & project delivery across Auckland. Competitive pay, career growth & immediate start.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Maintenance Technician - 18 months contract

at KoruTalent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pokeno, Waikato

$50 - $55 per hour | 18-month contract | 4 on 4 off (days and nights)
Fitter, Electrician, Millwright - step into a true "fix anything, anywhere" role
oin a world-class dairy site during major expansion with a supportive team

$50 - $55 per hour | 18-month contract | 4 on 4 off (days and nights)
Fitter, Electrician, Millwright - step into a true "fix anything, anywhere" role
oin a world-class dairy site during major expansion with a supportive team

Be the go-to maintenance problem solver at A2 Nutritional in Pokeno. High variety, high pressure, and no two days the same

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Machine Builder

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland

Top rates for skilled tradespeople

Top rates for skilled tradespeople
Short and longer-term opportunities available
Auckland-based project work

Top rates for skilled tradespeople
Short and longer-term opportunities available
Auckland-based project work

Skilled Machine Builders, Fitters and Toolmakers needed for current and upcoming project work across Auckland. Top rates.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

14d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Mechanical Apprentice

at DB Breweries Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Full‑time | Fixed Term (12 months)

Full‑time | Fixed Term (12 months)

We're looking for a 2nd or 3rd year Mechanical Apprentice to work closely with a qualified mentor and grow your trade skills.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

Listed eight days 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)

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Mechanical Fitter

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Competitive rates

Competitive rates
Short & long-term contract opportunities
Auckland, Northland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawkes Bay, Taranaki projects

Competitive rates
Short & long-term contract opportunities
Auckland, Northland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawkes Bay, Taranaki projects

Experienced Mechanical Fitters wanted for maintenance and project work across a range of industries.

Recruited byEwen Morgan

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed seven days ago

Graduate - Operations

at Westland Milk Products

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Kickstart a global dairy career
Fast-track your growth with rotations, mentors & real projects
Make an impact from day one in a sustainable, innovative business

Kickstart a global dairy career
Fast-track your growth with rotations, mentors & real projects
Make an impact from day one in a sustainable, innovative business

Launch Your Career with Yili Oceania Operational Graduate Programme starting in February 2027!

subClassification: OtherOther

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

7d ago

Listed five days ago

Building / Civil Project Engineer / Manager

at Novo Tech Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$70 – $75 per hour

Building Project Manager or Engineer – Auckland Airport

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Golf Simulator Bay Builder/Installer

at Golf Technologies Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Silverdale, Auckland

$35 – $40 per hour

Be the person proud to build quality golf simulators in every environment, our customers love our products.

subClassification: Carpentry & Cabinet MakingCarpentry & Cabinet Making

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Maintenance Fitter

at Alignz Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton, Waikato

Competitive hourly rate
Supportive team environment
Moedern facility with strong commitment

Competitive hourly rate
Supportive team environment
Moedern facility with strong commitment

Fitter

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed one hour ago

Lead Building Inspector Pre-Purchase / Pre-Sale + Future Business opportunities

at Inspected Residential Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$140 – $180 per hour

Be more than an inspector — help build the business and run your own team
Tech based company that focuses on efficient and effective processes
Backed by proven systems, templates, processes and automations

Be more than an inspector — help build the business and run your own team
Tech based company that focuses on efficient and effective processes
Backed by proven systems, templates, processes and automations

Help launch Inspected Residential Auckland as our lead inspector, with strong income potential, future business and stakeholder opportunities.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1h ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Asset Manager (12 month term)

at Transdev Australasia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive

• Drive asset planning and lifecycle performance for bus and facilities assets
• Use asset data to improve maintenance outcomes and cost efficiency
• Partner with maintenance and operations to deliver asset improvements

• Drive asset planning and lifecycle performance for bus and facilities assets
• Use asset data to improve maintenance outcomes and cost efficiency
• Partner with maintenance and operations to deliver asset improvements

Drive smarter asset decisions. Support safe, reliable public transport with Howick & Eastern Bus operation in Auckland.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

28d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Asset Lead

at Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lichfield, Waikato

This is a 3-month Fixed Term Position
Proven experience in asset care and reliability improvement
Ability to lead teams and coach others in maintenance practices

This is a 3-month Fixed Term Position
Proven experience in asset care and reliability improvement
Ability to lead teams and coach others in maintenance practices

The Asset Lead is responsible for managing the effective deployment of the asset care program and performance of the maintenance teams.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Mechanical FItter

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Otago

Workshop based role

Work on heavy engineering machinery in a hands-on workshop environment
Competitive weekly pay with immediate start and ongoing work potential
Join a supportive team working on large-scale maintenance projects

Work on heavy engineering machinery in a hands-on workshop environment
Competitive weekly pay with immediate start and ongoing work potential
Join a supportive team working on large-scale maintenance projects

Workshop and site-based Fitter/Turner role working on heavy machinery, fabrication, maintenance, and hydraulic systems in Dunedin.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

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