Recreation Manager Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Commercial Projects Coordinator

at Basketball New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of New Zealand's fastest growing major sport.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

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Assistant Restaurant Manager, FOH & Operations Support Administrator

at Tantalus Estate

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waiheke Island, Auckland

We are looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager, Host, Cellar Door Assistant & Operations Support Administrator.

subClassification: Waiting StaffWaiting Staff

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

Featured

Listed four days ago

Commercial Projects Coordinator

at Basketball New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of New Zealand's fastest growing major sport.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Club Administrator

at Takapuna Association Football Club Inc

This is a Contract/Temp job

Takapuna, Auckland(Hybrid)

$30 – $35 per hour

Be at the heart of Takapuna FC - support players, members, and volunteers.
Hands-on and varied - work on admin, events, and programmes every day.
Make a real impact - keep the club running smoothly for our community.

Be at the heart of Takapuna FC - support players, members, and volunteers.
Hands-on and varied - work on admin, events, and programmes every day.
Make a real impact - keep the club running smoothly for our community.

Be at the heart of Takapuna FC! Join us as our Club Administrator to manage admin, support members, and keep our club running smoothly.

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management

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

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Assistant Restaurant Manager, FOH & Operations Support Administrator

at Tantalus Estate

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waiheke Island, Auckland

We are looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager, Host, Cellar Door Assistant & Operations Support Administrator.

subClassification: Waiting StaffWaiting Staff

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

3d ago

Listed one hour ago

Personal Assistant

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$68878 - $87265 p.a.

Leverage your administrative & coordination expertise and grow your experience
Align your passion for conservation with your day-to-day mahi
12 month fixed term/secondment, Wellington location

Leverage your administrative & coordination expertise and grow your experience
Align your passion for conservation with your day-to-day mahi
12 month fixed term/secondment, Wellington location

Be the Chief Financial Officer's right-hand person, providing day-to-day support that benefits conservation

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

1h ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Assistant Park Manager - Christchurch

at Tasman Holiday Parks New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Full-time, 12-month fixed-term role
Live on-site with provided accommodation
Fantastic employee benefits including staff discounts

Full-time, 12-month fixed-term role
Live on-site with provided accommodation
Fantastic employee benefits including staff discounts

Step Into Your Next Leadership Opportunity – Assistant Park Manager

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

17d ago

Listed six days ago

Grants Strategist | Client Manager

at JOYN

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Be part of a values-led, supportive team making a real difference in the charitable sector, part-time, parental leave contract, work from home role

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

6d ago

Listed three hours ago

Health & Fitness Customer Service Advisor

at Queenstown Lakes District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown, Otago

Hourly Rate + KiwiSaver

Access to a host of QLDC Benefits
Work with an awesome team with a positive work culture
Genuine commitment to your training and career development

Access to a host of QLDC Benefits
Work with an awesome team with a positive work culture
Genuine commitment to your training and career development

Hourly Rate + Employee Benefits + Kiwisaver

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

3h ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Ngai Tahu Tourism Placement Programme 2026

at Ngāi Tahu

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown, Otago

12‑week full‑time placements with paid, hands‑on experience
Build your CV with one of NZ’s largest tourism operators
Living Wage + accommodation supplement to support you while you work

12‑week full‑time placements with paid, hands‑on experience
Build your CV with one of NZ’s largest tourism operators
Living Wage + accommodation supplement to support you while you work

He ara hou mōu – your pathway starts here. Explore tourism or hospitality with Ngāi Tahu’s 12‑week placement programme. Tohaina te pānui.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

23h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Manager Roads, Parks and Biosecurity - Hinchinbrook Shire Council

at LG Services Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Total Remuneration Package up to $210,000 (AUD)

Career building opportunity in North Queensland, Australia
Attractive remuneration package plus other benefits
Exceptional lifestyle in a vibrant, engaged community

Career building opportunity in North Queensland, Australia
Attractive remuneration package plus other benefits
Exceptional lifestyle in a vibrant, engaged community

Your next career move starts here! Drive infrastructure and open space outcomes and live the lifestyle you choose – country or coast.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Project Manager - Te Wharau Project

at Nga Taonga Sound & Vision

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Work with leadership to plan relocation and processing of collection materials.
Be part of an organisation that values Te Tiriti and cultural identity.
Flexible working – 65 hours per fortnight on full-time pay.

Work with leadership to plan relocation and processing of collection materials.
Be part of an organisation that values Te Tiriti and cultural identity.
Flexible working – 65 hours per fortnight on full-time pay.

Join a purpose-led org preserving the audiovisual heritage of Aotearoa, playing a key role in a large-scale collections relocation & storage project.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21d ago

Listed five days ago

Emergency Management Advisor

at Greater Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$79,220-$118,830 incl all benefits

Make a real difference when it matters most
Variety & purpose, with opportunities to tackle diverse challenges
Engage with a wide range of partners & stakeholders

Make a real difference when it matters most
Variety & purpose, with opportunities to tackle diverse challenges
Engage with a wide range of partners & stakeholders

Play a hands-on role in supporting the region's response & recovery efforts, working to build community resilience.

subClassification: Regional CouncilRegional Council

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

Business Development Manager

at Everest Plunge ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$100,000 – $120,000 per year

Drive nationwide sales of premium saunas and ice baths from our Auckland CBD office. High performance role with strong earning potential.

subClassification: New Business DevelopmentNew Business Development

classification: Sales(Sales)

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Volunteer Services Administrator

at Tōtara Hospice

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

The Gardens, Auckland

Permanent part time 0.8 FTE | The Gardens Manurewa location, with free parking
12 months fixed term: April 2026 to April 2027 | Monday - Friday, no weekends!
Onsite café with staff discounted coffee plus boutique second‑hand shopping

Permanent part time 0.8 FTE | The Gardens Manurewa location, with free parking
12 months fixed term: April 2026 to April 2027 | Monday - Friday, no weekends!
Onsite café with staff discounted coffee plus boutique second‑hand shopping

Fixed-term opportunity: support and coordinate our amazing volunteers. If you're organised, warm and community-minded, we'd love to hear from you!

subClassification: Volunteer Coordination & SupportVolunteer Coordination & Support

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

12d ago

Listed one hour ago

Supervisor - Te Korowai

at Department of Corrections

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Upper Hutt, Wellington

$65,843 - $73,149

Fixed-term roles available, until 30 June 2026
Te Korowai - our residential reintegration service in Upper Hutt
Free on-site parking

Fixed-term roles available, until 30 June 2026
Te Korowai - our residential reintegration service in Upper Hutt
Free on-site parking

Support the day-to-day re integrative needs of residents with high and complex needs.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1h ago

Listed six days ago

Grants Strategist | Client Manager

at JOYN

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Remote)

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Be part of a values-led, supportive team making a real difference in the charitable sector, part-time, parental leave contract, work from home role

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

6d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Front Desk | Club Consultant

at Elevate Resourcing Ltd.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Remuera, Auckland

$25 – $28 per hour + Bonus + Perks!

Great for those wanting part-time FIXED shifts with consistency.No roster hours!
Remuera/Orakei location | Start ASAP | Orakei train access + free parking
No BDM cold calling, focus on customer experience with follow up calls!

Great for those wanting part-time FIXED shifts with consistency.No roster hours!
Remuera/Orakei location | Start ASAP | Orakei train access + free parking
No BDM cold calling, focus on customer experience with follow up calls!

More than reception/admin. Studio operations, customer experience, and a willingness to learn and grow. We want the best, we want you!

subClassification: Front Office & Guest ServicesFront Office & Guest Services

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

15d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Pouako - Facilitator

at Hauora Aotearoa

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$50 per hour

We are seeking enthusiastic, adaptable, heart-led Pouako facilitators to deliver our mental wellbeing programme across Wellington.

subClassification: Teaching - SecondaryTeaching - Secondary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

18h ago

Listed four days ago

Events and Engagement Administrator

at The University of Waikato

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Coordinate high-profile events and student experiences
Fixed-term, full-time (37.5 hours)
Collaborative team with varied and engaging work

Coordinate high-profile events and student experiences
Fixed-term, full-time (37.5 hours)
Collaborative team with varied and engaging work

Coordinate impactful events and communications while supporting student engagement in a dynamic university environment.

subClassification: Event ManagementEvent Management

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Advisor Region Safety Health & Wellbeing – Fixed Term – Christchurch or Dunedin

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Be part of an organisation dedicated to serving our communities
Fixed Term position until 18 December 2026
Salary range $96,998 - $107,776 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Be part of an organisation dedicated to serving our communities
Fixed Term position until 18 December 2026
Salary range $96,998 - $107,776 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Use your experience in Safety Health and Wellbeing in a supported position. This is a varied role with no 2 days the same!

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Assistant Store Manager - Macpac New Plymouth NZ

at Super Retail Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Full-time fixed-term, until January 2027
Fantastic discounts across all Super Retail Group brands: Macpac and Supercheap
Real stability. Real growth. Backed by Super Retail Group across AU and NZ

Full-time fixed-term, until January 2027
Fantastic discounts across all Super Retail Group brands: Macpac and Supercheap
Real stability. Real growth. Backed by Super Retail Group across AU and NZ

Calling all Outdoor and Retail enthusiasts! Bring your passion, expertise, and energy to the Assistant Store Manager role at Macpac.

subClassification: Management - Department/AssistantManagement - Department/Assistant

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Expedition Leader

at Elite & Personal Tours Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown Central, Otago

Our Expedition Leaders are among the best in the business. They are highly educated naturalists and experienced guides.

subClassification: Tour GuidesTour Guides

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kerikeri, Northland

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Come join a unique programme developing future Māori leaders in conservation, with hands-on field experience and corporate skills.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Tennis Club Administrator

at Russell Marketing Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Strowan, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Waimairi is the largest tennis club in Christchurch by membership with 566 affiliated members. The club has seven courts, six have LED lighting.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Whānau Liaison

at Ronald McDonald House Charities New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Grafton, Auckland

A newly created full-time position to help strengthen the support we provide to whānau across our Auckland programs and nationally.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

21d ago

Listed six days ago

General Manager

at Tourism Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay(Hybrid)

An amazing visitor destination to promote
A chance to make an impact
An amazing place to live and work

An amazing visitor destination to promote
A chance to make an impact
An amazing place to live and work

An exciting tourism leadership role based in the stunning Hawkes Bay on a fixed term contract but with a real opportunity to make a difference.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

6d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

On-Site Manager

at Kaikōura Waterfront Apartments and Beach Motel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kaikoura, Canterbury

Hands-on leadership role with autonomy, deliver 5-star guest experience.
Live-in motel manager role, 27 properties across 2 prime waterfront locations.
Bring your hospitality & commercial acumen. Competitive compensation package.

Hands-on leadership role with autonomy, deliver 5-star guest experience.
Live-in motel manager role, 27 properties across 2 prime waterfront locations.
Bring your hospitality & commercial acumen. Competitive compensation package.

Are you an ambitious Hotel/Motel Manager? Come to one of NZ’s most beautiful seaside locations, Kaikōura! Leadership role with on-site accommodation.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

14d ago

Listed one day ago

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Come join a unique programme developing future Māori leaders in conservation, with hands-on field experience and corporate skills.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Aquatic Group Fitness Instructor – Contract Basis

at Bay Venues Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Must hold a certificate in Aqua Aerobics or Certificate in Fitness Level 4
Must be set-up as a Contractor
Classes are held across 4 of our city-wide pools

Must hold a certificate in Aqua Aerobics or Certificate in Fitness Level 4
Must be set-up as a Contractor
Classes are held across 4 of our city-wide pools

We are seeking an experienced Group Fitness Instructor to undertake Aqua fitness classes on a contract basis.

subClassification: Coaching & InstructionCoaching & Instruction

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

1d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Research Interviewer - Youth Mental Health Survey

at Ipsos NZ

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland(Hybrid)

Kia ora, talofa lava, mālō e lelei, kia orana, bula vinaka! Join a team helping to shape the future for Aotearoa by reflecting all voices...

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

24d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Small Group Personal Trainer

at AXO

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Eden, Auckland

$45 – $50 per hour

If you care about real coaching, progression, and high standards, AXO is built for you. Small groups, big impact.

subClassification: Fitness & Personal TrainingFitness & Personal Training

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

18d ago

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