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

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

at Inspected Residential Limited

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)

Featured

This is a featured job

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)

Featured•Expiring

Listed eleven 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)

11d ago

Listed thirteen 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)

13d ago

Listed eighteen 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)

18d ago

Listed more than thirty 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)

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed nineteen 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)

19d ago

Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed six hours ago

Fitter Maintenance Worker

at Tradestaff

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

$35.00 - $36.00

Earn $35/hr with weekly pay and a rotating 4-on, 3-off roster.
Work on varied maintenance and mechanical fitting projects.
Weekly pay

Earn $35/hr with weekly pay and a rotating 4-on, 3-off roster.
Work on varied maintenance and mechanical fitting projects.
Weekly pay

Fitter Maintenance Worker needed in South Auckland. Earn $35/hr on a 4-on, 3-off roster with ongoing work opportunities.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6h ago

Listed twenty four 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)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Engineering Summer Internships

at HamiltonJet

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Working on world class product and learning from industry leaders.
The opportunity to make a real impact on our business.
A dedicated mentor to support your internship journey.

Working on world class product and learning from industry leaders.
The opportunity to make a real impact on our business.
A dedicated mentor to support your internship journey.

Are you ready to kick start your engineering career? This year we are offering professional engineering internships over the summer.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d 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
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)

13d ago

Listed five days ago

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

at Inspected Residential Limited

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)

5d ago

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed ten 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)

10d ago

Listed nineteen 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)

19d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Clinical Engineering Technician

at Alpha Recruitment - NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hawkes Bay

asap for 2-3 months with possible extension
Engineering Technician
Health Sector in Hawkes Bay

asap for 2-3 months with possible extension
Engineering Technician
Health Sector in Hawkes Bay

2-3 month role starting asap. Health Sector. Making a difference within the Health Sector. Senior or Junior Engineering Technician. Hawkes Bay.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Digital Workplace Engineer

at HCL New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Collaborative team environment with strong focus on learning and growth
High Business Visibility & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Opportunity to Contribute to Large-Scale Transformation

Collaborative team environment with strong focus on learning and growth
High Business Visibility & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Opportunity to Contribute to Large-Scale Transformation

Immediate role

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support

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

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Clinical Engineering Technician

at Alpha Recruitment - NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Grafton, Auckland

$40 to $50

ASAP start, 6 month assignment
EWRB registration/EST Licence required
Work for a well known healthcare organisation

ASAP start, 6 month assignment
EWRB registration/EST Licence required
Work for a well known healthcare organisation

Contribute to ensuring the safety and effectiveness of vital healthcare technology

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Marine Fitter

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devonport, Auckland

PAYE or GST Rates

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

Recruited byScott Hutton

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Maintenance Specialist needed in ANTARCTICA!

at Hays | Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Flights + Accommodation + Meals + Covered Medical

A once in a lifetime opportunity to live and work in Antarctica
Free meals prepared daily, no grocery bills, no cooking
All required medical checks included as part of your deployment.

A once in a lifetime opportunity to live and work in Antarctica
Free meals prepared daily, no grocery bills, no cooking
All required medical checks included as part of your deployment.

If you are looking to elevate your career with an experience that stands out anywhere in the world, APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

subClassification: Maintenance & Handyperson ServicesMaintenance & Handyperson Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed five days 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)

5d ago

Listed twenty 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)

20d ago

Listed five days 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)

5d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Trade Assistant (Metalwork)

at HamiltonJet

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive pay rate, overtime rates and allowances.
Fixed shift patterns, operating Monday to Friday - No rotating shift
Opportunity to work for a global industry leader

Competitive pay rate, overtime rates and allowances.
Fixed shift patterns, operating Monday to Friday - No rotating shift
Opportunity to work for a global industry leader

We are on the look out for Engineering Process Workers to join our world-class manufacturing team in Christchurch!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

23d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

HVAC Technician

at Blokhaus

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Weekly Pay Cycle
Multiple Roles Available
Immediate start available.

Weekly Pay Cycle
Multiple Roles Available
Immediate start available.

Blokhaus Recruitment is looking for a skilled HVAC Technician to join our team in Canterbury.

subClassification: Air Conditioning & RefrigerationAir Conditioning & Refrigeration

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

16d ago

Listed twenty 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)

20d ago•Expiring

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Maintenance Fitter

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosedale, Auckland

Competitive rates + mileage reimbursement

Ongoing contract role | Mon-Fri
Maintenance, inspections & breakdown work
Competitive rates

Ongoing contract role | Mon-Fri
Maintenance, inspections & breakdown work
Competitive rates

Long-term Maintenance Fitter role working across Auckland treatment plants and facilities on pumps, valves and plant equipment.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Maintenance Specialist needed in ANTARCTICA!

at Hays | Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Flights + Accommodation + Meals + Covered Medical

A once in a lifetime opportunity to live and work in Antarctica
Free meals prepared daily, no grocery bills, no cooking
All required medical checks included as part of your deployment.

A once in a lifetime opportunity to live and work in Antarctica
Free meals prepared daily, no grocery bills, no cooking
All required medical checks included as part of your deployment.

If you are looking to elevate your career with an experience that stands out anywhere in the world, APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

HVAC Installer

at Superheat Electrical and Air-conditioning

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$63,000 – $73,000 per year

Fixed‑term HVAC Installer role with the opportunity to go permanent. Local Waikato work and a supportive, reliable team.

subClassification: Air Conditioning & RefrigerationAir Conditioning & Refrigeration

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Boiler Technician needed in ANTARCTICA!

at Hays | Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Flights + Accommodation + Meals + Medical Checks

A once in a lifetime opportunity to live and work in Antarctica
Free meals prepared daily, no grocery bills, no cooking
All required medical checks included as part of your deployment.

A once in a lifetime opportunity to live and work in Antarctica
Free meals prepared daily, no grocery bills, no cooking
All required medical checks included as part of your deployment.

If you are looking to elevate your career with experience that stands out anywhere in the world, APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

24d ago•Expiring

127 mechanical services engineer jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp

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

Manufacturing Quality Inspector

Mechanical Engineering Apprentice

Mechanical Maintenance Tech (Development Role)

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Food Manufacturing

Assembly Technician

Machine Builder

Site Engineer

Fitter Maintenance Worker

Manufacturing Quality Inspector

Engineering Summer Internships

Engineering Trade Assistant

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

Mechanical Fitter

Engineering Draftsperson

Maintenance Fitter

Clinical Engineering Technician

Digital Workplace Engineer

Clinical Engineering Technician

Marine Fitter

Maintenance Specialist needed in ANTARCTICA!

Maintenance Assistant

Mechanical Apprentice

Fitter Welder - Fixed Term Contract

Trade Assistant (Metalwork)

HVAC Technician

Process Engineer (Graduate)

Mechanical FItter

Maintenance Fitter

Maintenance Specialist needed in ANTARCTICA!

HVAC Installer

Boiler Technician needed in ANTARCTICA!

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