On Site Phd Engineering Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Process Engineer

at Endless Metals

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

$90,000 – $100,000 per year

Be part of an exciting growing business full of opportunities
Be part of a great team who love a laugh while they work.
Come join us and learn about the exciting metal recycling industry!

Be part of an exciting growing business full of opportunities
Be part of a great team who love a laugh while they work.
Come join us and learn about the exciting metal recycling industry!

This is a unique opportunity to embed yourself in a hands-on industrial environment, apply your engineering knowledge, and make a real difference.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Asset Manager (12 month term)

at Transdev Australasia Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

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)

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Listed eighteen days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow in Theoretical and Computational Physics

at Massey University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Full-time postdoctoral role in advanced condensed-matter theory and computing
Research odd-frequency superfluidity using quantum many-body models
Collaborate internationally, develop Rimu.jl, access HPC and ultracold atoms

Full-time postdoctoral role in advanced condensed-matter theory and computing
Research odd-frequency superfluidity using quantum many-body models
Collaborate internationally, develop Rimu.jl, access HPC and ultracold atoms

Join NZIAS at Massey as a Postdoctoral Fellow studying odd-frequency superfluidity with theory, QMC, and ultracold-atom models.

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

18d ago

Listed twenty four minutes ago

Research Fellow

at The University of Auckland

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$99,788 - $119,204

Full-Time 40 hours per week
Fixed -Term - 24 months
Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)

Full-Time 40 hours per week
Fixed -Term - 24 months
Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)

Research Fellow position at the University of Auckland focusing on translational research for serious bacterial infections.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

24m ago

Listed twenty 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)

20d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Assistant Lecturer / Lecturer in Forest Management / Forest Economics

at University of Canterbury

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

World-class Research Institute

Kickstart or pivot your career with UC’s School of Forestry
Based in Christchurch with hands-on, industry-connected teaching
Generous leave, super, and strong career support

Kickstart or pivot your career with UC’s School of Forestry
Based in Christchurch with hands-on, industry-connected teaching
Generous leave, super, and strong career support

Early career or industry professional? Join UC and help shape the future of forestry through teaching and research!

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

27d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow - Precision Fermentation

at Massey University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Massey University, Manawatu

World-leading food and nutrition research centre training future science leaders
NZ-wide partnership driving integrated, industry-transforming food research
Three-year role advancing precision fermentation and bio-based proteins

World-leading food and nutrition research centre training future science leaders
NZ-wide partnership driving integrated, industry-transforming food research
Three-year role advancing precision fermentation and bio-based proteins

Join a world-class NZ research institute to advance precision fermentation and help transform the food industry through collaborative science.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed seven days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow in Mathematics

at University of Canterbury

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

World-class Research Institute

A globally recognised, research-led university with a strong academic reputation
Supportive, collegial environment that values innovation and collaboration
Modern campus with excellent facilities and benefits

A globally recognised, research-led university with a strong academic reputation
Supportive, collegial environment that values innovation and collaboration
Modern campus with excellent facilities and benefits

Join UC as a Lecturer or Postdoctoral researcher contributing to a Marsden-funded project in Finite Geometry and Coding Theory.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed four days ago

Process Engineer

at Endless Metals

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

$90,000 – $100,000 per year

Be part of an exciting growing business full of opportunities
Be part of a great team who love a laugh while they work.
Come join us and learn about the exciting metal recycling industry!

Be part of an exciting growing business full of opportunities
Be part of a great team who love a laugh while they work.
Come join us and learn about the exciting metal recycling industry!

This is a unique opportunity to embed yourself in a hands-on industrial environment, apply your engineering knowledge, and make a real difference.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Graduate Energy Project Coordinator - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

at Auckland Council

Expiring soon

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)

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Full Stack Software Graduate (Generative AI) - Ponsonby

at AI Research Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ponsonby, Auckland

$40 – $50 per hour

Backend-leaning graduate to help build a generative AI SaaS, graduate or intermediate (image/video)

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

6d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Asset Manager (12 month term)

at Transdev Australasia Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

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)

16h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Site Engineer

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

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)

27d ago

Listed four days ago

Lean Inventory Controller / Specialist

at Futura Trailers Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hobsonville, Auckland

Looking for a big challenge, a chance to break the status quo and build something new, lean and exciting, this is the job!

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

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

4d ago

Listed eleven 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)

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Electronics & Test Engineer (Fixed Term)

at Utility Fleet Vehicles

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)

7d ago

Listed five days ago

NIR Lab Quality Technologist

at Eclipse Recruitment Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

Hands-on lab/quality role in food manufacturing
Supportive, friendly team with great culture
8-10 month contract | Penrose location

Hands-on lab/quality role in food manufacturing
Supportive, friendly team with great culture
8-10 month contract | Penrose location

Hands-on lab & quality role in food manufacturing. Join a supportive team in Penrose. 8-10 month contract with variety and learning.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Product Technologist

at Hilton Foods New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wiri, Auckland

6 month maternity leave cover
Inclusive, team first company, our people are at the core of everything we do
Excellent package and benefits

6 month maternity leave cover
Inclusive, team first company, our people are at the core of everything we do
Excellent package and benefits

Join our WIRI site as a Process Technologist and bring innovative food ideas to life.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Massey University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North, Manawatu

$60069 - $84876 p.a.

Perform accurate routine analyses in a fast-paced nutrition lab
Support quality, safety, SOPs, and compliance with minimal supervision
Collaborate, manage samples, equipment, and data to meet deadlines

Perform accurate routine analyses in a fast-paced nutrition lab
Support quality, safety, SOPs, and compliance with minimal supervision
Collaborate, manage samples, equipment, and data to meet deadlines

Join Massey University's Nutrition Lab as a Technician supporting high-quality analysis, research, and teaching in a collaborative Manawatū team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Full Stack Developer

at MacroActive

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kingsland, Auckland

Looking for a Full Stack Software Engineer to help build & scale our SaaS platform, delivering high-quality features in a growing product-led team.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

27d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Software Engineer - 12 month contract

at Heartland Bank

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$120,000 – $160,000 per year

Gain valuable experience
Small teams, high trust, real ownership
AI‑first mindset — led by Andre Sampaio, former COO of PwC’s Global AI Factory

Gain valuable experience
Small teams, high trust, real ownership
AI‑first mindset — led by Andre Sampaio, former COO of PwC’s Global AI Factory

As a Senior Software Engineer (Integration), you’ll sit at the centre of Heartland’s Digital Automation & Transformation programme

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

3d ago

Listed seven days ago

Spacecraft Operations Automation Intern

at Rocket Lab

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Integrate AI tools to enhance spacecraft ground software.
Support diverse missions from LEO to deep space.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Integrate AI tools to enhance spacecraft ground software.
Support diverse missions from LEO to deep space.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Support spacecraft ops by integrating AI tools, enhancing software, and collaborating with teams on diverse missions from LEO to deep space.

subClassification: Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Molecular Biology Technician (Fixed Term 6 months)

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

6-month Fixed Term opportunity, join Earth Sciences NZ's molecular biology team
Expand your molecular biology skills and experience
Contribute to environmental science to benefit Aotearoa New Zealand

6-month Fixed Term opportunity, join Earth Sciences NZ's molecular biology team
Expand your molecular biology skills and experience
Contribute to environmental science to benefit Aotearoa New Zealand

We are looking for an experienced laboratory technician to join our molecular biology team on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed fourteen 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)

14d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Software Product Engineer

at Wood & Partners Consultants Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Join us for six months on an exciting project!

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

12d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Sales, Marketing & Design Coordinator

at Energylight

Expiring soon

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)

30d+ ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Graduate Software Developer

at Daifuku Oceania

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosedale, Auckland

9 Month Contract Position
Ship real features to production
Work in Agile/Kanban team

9 Month Contract Position
Ship real features to production
Work in Agile/Kanban team

Join Daifuku Oceania's Auckland team and be part of a global leader in delivering cutting-edge digital and self-service solutions.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

18d ago

Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed forty three minutes ago

Clinical Engineering Technician

at Alpha Recruitment - NZ

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hawkes Bay

3 months starting asap.
Hawkes Bay Location
Health Sector

3 months starting asap.
Hawkes Bay Location
Health Sector

Covering May- July. Health Sector. Located in Hawkes Bay. Making a difference within the Health Sector.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

43m ago

Listed eight days ago

Tech Lead

at Stuff Digital Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Define and drive end-to-end architecture and technical strategy
Establish standards, patterns, and governance across architecture, security & AI
Strengthen DevOps, CI/CD, testing, and platform engineering practices

Define and drive end-to-end architecture and technical strategy
Establish standards, patterns, and governance across architecture, security & AI
Strengthen DevOps, CI/CD, testing, and platform engineering practices

Build the architecture that powers one of Aotearoa’s most influential digital platforms

subClassification: ArchitectsArchitects

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

8d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Research Network Coordinator

at Auckland University Of Technology

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$76k - 102k + flexible work arrangements + more

Fixed-term two-year position
Flexible working arrangements
Professional Development Opportunities

Fixed-term two-year position
Flexible working arrangements
Professional Development Opportunities

This is a 2-year fixed-term, full-time opportunity to provide support the delivery & growth of the AUT Transformational Technologies Research Network

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

28d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Laboratory Technician

at DB Breweries Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Join us at DB Waitematā Brewery as a Laboratory Technician in our quality‑driven team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

11d ago

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