Principal Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Te Mātai Ao - Principal Resource Consent Planner

at Tamatea Pōkai Whenua

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

To lead the planning and consent processes to protect mana whenua interests.
To support tino rangatiratanga of hapū and marae in the Heretaunga Tamatea area.
Be a key liaison between consenting authorities, crown agencies and developers.

To lead the planning and consent processes to protect mana whenua interests.
To support tino rangatiratanga of hapū and marae in the Heretaunga Tamatea area.
Be a key liaison between consenting authorities, crown agencies and developers.

Tamatea Pōkai Whenua seek a motivated and organised individual. It is advantageous to have knowledge and expertise of the Resource Management Act 1991

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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Programme Director (Transformation)

at Hutt City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

Lead Council’s transformation programme, including delivery of our Target Operating Model and coordinating our response to reform activities.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed twelve days ago

Principal Advisor

at Education Review Office

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Meaningful work contributing to the improvement of education systems
Bring your creativity, passion, innovation, and ideas to work on
Exciting opportunity in Evaluation and Policy

Meaningful work contributing to the improvement of education systems
Bring your creativity, passion, innovation, and ideas to work on
Exciting opportunity in Evaluation and Policy

Join an organisation contributing to meaningful outcomes to improve learning for children and young adults across Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Principal Policy Advisor - Regulatory policy

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

NZD 125000 - 155000 per annum

Lead a high‑profile national regulatory programme, advising Ministers and Cabinet in a hands‑on principal role

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

23h ago

Listed seven days ago

Principal Advisor, Ministerial Services x2

at Ministry of Education

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Full-time roles available, 1x permanent and 1x fixed term
Wellington based
Contribute your skills to our busy Ministerial Services team

Full-time roles available, 1x permanent and 1x fixed term
Wellington based
Contribute your skills to our busy Ministerial Services team

Ensure the Ministry of Education is transparent, accessible and accountable.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed four days ago

Principal Policy Advisor

at Niche Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

6 month hourly rate contract
Mix of Operational and Strategic policy
Start ASAP

6 month hourly rate contract
Mix of Operational and Strategic policy
Start ASAP

Develop policy for a small team focused on providing outcomes to communities.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Te Mātai Ao - Principal Resource Consent Planner

at Tamatea Pōkai Whenua

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

To lead the planning and consent processes to protect mana whenua interests.
To support tino rangatiratanga of hapū and marae in the Heretaunga Tamatea area.
Be a key liaison between consenting authorities, crown agencies and developers.

To lead the planning and consent processes to protect mana whenua interests.
To support tino rangatiratanga of hapū and marae in the Heretaunga Tamatea area.
Be a key liaison between consenting authorities, crown agencies and developers.

Tamatea Pōkai Whenua seek a motivated and organised individual. It is advantageous to have knowledge and expertise of the Resource Management Act 1991

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

17h ago

Listed five days ago

Senior/Policy Advisor - 3 positions

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Te Papa Atawhai DOC has an opportunity to shape and influence policy that drives transformational change in Aotearoa's conservation sector.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed six days ago

Programme Director (Transformation)

at Hutt City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

Lead Council’s transformation programme, including delivery of our Target Operating Model and coordinating our response to reform activities.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Apōrei | Principal Policy Advisor - Curatorial Residencies

at Te Puni Kōkiri

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$123,317 - $137,018

Collaborate with international partners and lead an important project
Full time, Fixed Term role until 30 June 2026
Remote working option available with travel as required.

Collaborate with international partners and lead an important project
Full time, Fixed Term role until 30 June 2026
Remote working option available with travel as required.

Collaborate with international partners and lead the development of curatorial residencies

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Principal/Senior Evaluator

at Education Review Office

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Impactful role improving education outcomes.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Impactful role improving education outcomes.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Join an organisation contributing to meaningful outcomes to improve learning for children and young adults across Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

22d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Project Manager

at Potentia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Competitive Hourly Rate

6-month hourly rate contract
Late April – early May start
Remote from within NZ (or hybrid in any main city if preferred)

6-month hourly rate contract
Late April – early May start
Remote from within NZ (or hybrid in any main city if preferred)

Project Manager leading end-to-end delivery; set plan, manage risks/deps, align stakeholders, and keep workstreams on track.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

2d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Senior Advisor - Performance Framework

at Younity

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$120 per hour

6 month contract, starting asap
Improve reporting on performance organisational wide
Wellington based role, hybrid WFH environment

6 month contract, starting asap
Improve reporting on performance organisational wide
Wellington based role, hybrid WFH environment

Help develop a Regulatory Performance Framework and associated documentation.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Business Management Advisor (Canterbury)

at Prime Strategies Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$140,000 – $210,000 per year

Apply your experience. Help Canterbury businesses thrive.
Enjoy helping people and organisations to realise their potential?
Work that fits life, strong earnings, real impact for local business owners

Apply your experience. Help Canterbury businesses thrive.
Enjoy helping people and organisations to realise their potential?
Work that fits life, strong earnings, real impact for local business owners

Turn your business experience into high-value advisory work helping Canterbury SME owners build stronger, better-performing businesses.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

14d ago

Listed six days ago

Behaviour Specialist

at Sommerville School

This is a Contract/Temp job

Panmure, Auckland(Hybrid)

determined by relevant collective agreement

Full-time hours
Flexible working hours during school holidays
Professional learning and development opportunities

Full-time hours
Flexible working hours during school holidays
Professional learning and development opportunities

Sommerville is hiring a fixed-term Behaviour Specialist

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Principal Advisor, Revenue Management - Niue

at Hudson

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Lead strategic revenue reform and improved collection systems for Niue
Full‑time 1‑year contract, with 2x two‑year extension options (up to 5 years)
Based primarily in Alofi, Niue (flexible/FIFO options considered)

Lead strategic revenue reform and improved collection systems for Niue
Full‑time 1‑year contract, with 2x two‑year extension options (up to 5 years)
Based primarily in Alofi, Niue (flexible/FIFO options considered)

MFAT are seeking a Principal Adviser to work across government to enhance revenue systems and boost Niue’s fiscal resilience.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

24d ago

Listed three days ago

Principal Advisor Health Monitoring Programme – Fixed Term – Wellington

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Be part of a new team and make this role your own
Fixed term position until 30 June 2027
Salary range $136,874-$152,082 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Be part of a new team and make this role your own
Fixed term position until 30 June 2027
Salary range $136,874-$152,082 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Use your experience providing Health and Safety support and guidelines to build something beneficial to the firefighters that serve our communities.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Principal & Senior Engineers

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Auckland(Hybrid)

Excellent brand entering growth phase
Hybrid working
Supportive work environment

Excellent brand entering growth phase
Hybrid working
Supportive work environment

Join our client as a Principal/Senior Engineer! Leverage your Java/React skills to drive growth in a dynamic environment.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

21d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Principal Advisor - ER ( 6 month contract)

at Tribe (New Zealand) Limited

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Excellent hourly rate – WFH flexibility

6-month hourly contract with potential for extension
WFH flexibility
Excellent hourly rate

6-month hourly contract with potential for extension
WFH flexibility
Excellent hourly rate

6-month hourly contract w/ potential for extension. End-to-end management of high-volume ER case load within a complex organisation. WFH flexibility

subClassification: Corporate & Commercial LawCorporate & Commercial Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

12d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Principal Advisor, Revenue Management - Niue

at Hudson

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Lead strategic revenue reform and improved collection systems for Niue
Full‑time 1‑year contract, with 2x two‑year extension options (up to 5 years)
Based primarily in Alofi, Niue (flexible/FIFO options considered)

Lead strategic revenue reform and improved collection systems for Niue
Full‑time 1‑year contract, with 2x two‑year extension options (up to 5 years)
Based primarily in Alofi, Niue (flexible/FIFO options considered)

MFAT are seeking a Principal Adviser to work across government to enhance revenue systems and boost Niue’s fiscal resilience.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

24d ago

Listed seven days ago

Director

at Far North Holdings Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Opua, Northland(Hybrid)

The Bay of Islands Marina Ltd is seeking Expressions of Interest for an Independent Director.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

7d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Organisational Development Lead - Leadership Development

at NZ Post

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Takaka, Tasman(Hybrid)

Design innovative, evidence based leadership solutions
Partner with senior leaders to grow capability enterprise wide
12 month fixed term role, Auckland (East Tamaki) or Wellington (CBD) location

Design innovative, evidence based leadership solutions
Partner with senior leaders to grow capability enterprise wide
12 month fixed term role, Auckland (East Tamaki) or Wellington (CBD) location

Lead leadership development at NZ Post, designing practical solutions that build capability and shape culture in a transforming business

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

23h ago

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