Rescue Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Nov 2026

Use your skills to connect, fund and amplify exceptional science, people & ideas
Work alongside leading scientists, sporting legends and ocean champions
Have real influence in a small but powerful team

Lead bold ocean conservation programmes as an Impact Manager at Live Ocean

22d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Brow Staff

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devonport, Auckland

Full time temp assignment - starting ASAP
Potential to extend or for other opportunite
Devonport location

Use your people skills in this 3 month contract in a unique marine setting with opportunity for ongoing work.

Recruited byScott Hutton

16h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Fixed-Term Lifeguards - Lagoon Pool

at YMCA North Inc

This is a Contract/Temp job

Panmure, Auckland

Working in a community-focused environment
Work for Mission Driven Organisation
Opportunities to pick up additional summer hours

Make a splash this summer as a Fixed-Term Lifeguard at Lagoon, with flexible shifts and opportunities for additional hours.

27d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Paramedic

at PartnerUP Talent

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown & Wanaka, Otago

Relocation for the duration of the contract
Contract: January 4th 2027 to April 4th 2027
Location: Papua New Guinea

St John Ambulance PNG is seeking an experienced, adaptable Paramedic to join their team on a 3-month contract commencing 4 January 2027.

Recruited byRebecca Neal

8d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Outdoor Instructor – Bigfoot Adventures

at Bigfoot Adventures Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hillcrest, Auckland

Outdoor Adventure, Education & Recreation
Diverse role. Meaningful work. Real impact.
Inspire others through adventure and the outdoors

We’re looking for outdoor enthusiasts who can spark connection, lead with energy, & grow alongside our participants. Step into adventure — apply now!

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Advisor Environment Restoration

at Greater Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$85,551-$128,327 incl. all benefits

Work with others to improve environmental and land management practices
Advise, educate and plan educational and engagement events
Great work culture + generous annual leave

Promote, educate, & advise on good management practices & environment restoration activities on small/lifestyle blocks, mainly within the Porirua area

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Alpine Helicopters - Senior Pilot Fixed Term & Casual

at The Alpine Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wanaka, Otago

Alpine Helicopters is looking for a hard-working pilot who can join the company by bringing new ideas and experience. www.alpineheli.co.nz

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Regional Trainer – Fixed Term/Secondment – Canterbury District

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Opportunity to share your operational knowledge and experience
Make a meaningful difference at Fire and Emergency New Zealand
2-year fixed term/Secondment opportunity

Play a key role in strengthening organisational capability and supporting the delivery of integrated emergency services across New Zealand.

1d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Recycling Team Member

at OneStaff Rotorua

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo, Waikato

Love working outdoors and keeping active? Join the recycling team and help turn waste into a more sustainable future!

Recruited byAlex McGlone

22d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Biosecurity Ambassador

at Randstad Volume and Project Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive hourly rate

Enjoy the outdoors working
Make a difference
Gain valuable conservation and communication experience

Protect Auckland's kauri forests! Engage visitors in the Kaipatiki, Waitākere & Hunua Ranges on best biosecurity practices. Summer temp role.

15d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Kaiwhakahaere Takutai Whenua

at Te Kahui o Taranaki

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pungarehu, Taranaki

Lead a Landmark Coastal Restoration Programme
Combine Mātauranga Māori and Environmental Science
Create Lasting Community Impact

Protect rare coastal ecosystems while leading a transformational restoration programme across the Taranaki coastline.

15d ago

Listed two days ago

Marine Biosecurity Ambassador (Warkworth)

at Randstad Volume and Project Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Warkworth, Auckland

Competitive hourly rate

Based in Warkworth / surrounding coastal boat ramps & marinas
Flexible summer work: ~18 hrs/wk across weekends & holidays
Protect Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana through public education & advocacy

Protect Tīkapa Moana! Exciting summer role in Warkworth educating boaties on marine biosecurity. Flexible weekend hours. Apply now!

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Marine Biosecurity Ambassador

at Randstad Volume and Project Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Orakei, Auckland

Part-time summer role
Educate boaties and visitors to protect the Hauraki Gulf
Gain valuable conservation and communication experience

Protect Auckland's Hauraki Gulf as a Biosecurity Ambassador! Enjoy outdoor, part-time summer weekend work educating boaties and visitors.

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

Ranger (Fixed Term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Twizel, Canterbury

Work in some of NZ's most spectacular natural landscapes
Join a passionate, close-knit biodiversity team
Fixed-term role Jan-Apr 2027, based in Twizel

Protect unique alpine and grassland ecosystems through hands-on weed control in the stunning Twizel district.

7d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Marine Biosecurity Ambassador

at Randstad Volume and Project Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Orakei, Auckland

Competitive hourly rate

Part-time summer role
Educate boaties and visitors to protect the Hauraki Gulf
Gain valuable conservation and communication experience

Protect Auckland's Hauraki Gulf as a Biosecurity Ambassador! Enjoy outdoor, part-time summer weekend work educating boaties and visitors.

15d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Raft Guide Trip Leader

at Family Adventures Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown, Otago

$37 – $40 per hour

Lead Grade 2 white-water rafting trips in Queenstown with storytelling and local history.

22d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Ranger (Fixed-Term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Karamea, West Coast

Diverse role across heritage, visitor, and conservation operations
Full-time fixed-term position November - May 2027 based in Karamea
Come spend your summer with our Karamea!

Come spend your summer with our Karamea based team maintaining amazingly wild visitor experiences!

13d ago

Listed six days ago

Coordinator Learning Operations – Fixed Term – Rotorua

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

Be a part of a diverse, collaborative & supportive team
Opportunity to shape the organisation's training and development strategy
Salary range $61,106 - $67,895 (pro rata) dependent on skills and experience

Support and enable our learners with the necessary knowledge, skills, and capabilities in an organisation dedicated to helping our communities.

6d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Response Operator

at Green by Nature

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Fantastic opportunity to join a passionate and enthusiastic team
Guaranteed hours with the opportunity to increase based on operational demands!
Work with a transnational organisation on a growth trajectory

We are looking for a jack-of-all-trades maintenance superstar to join our team as a Response Operator!

18d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Qualified Deck Hand (QFD)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Meals provided and Wi-Fi onboard
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Structured 6–12 week rotations with time at home between trips

As a Qualified Deckhand, you'll be hands-on ensuring smooth operations on deck, working across our fleet of vessels located in Timaru or Tauranga.

18d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Abseiler

at OneStaff Auckland Hub

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$32-$38ph
Variety of projects across Auckland
Opportunity for ongoing work

Qualified Abseiler needed for varied Auckland projects. $32–$38ph, summer work, starting 2 November. Current IRATA or IRAANZ required.

19d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Class 4 Relief Driver

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

New Plymouth, Taranaki

$26.00 - $30.00 p.h.

Work life balance
Local deliveries only
Weekly wages into your bank account

AWF are seeking a class 4 relief driver for one day a week with career progression.

26d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Mate – Scampi Vessel (Mate Fishing Vessel or Skipper Coastal Offshore)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Trip on - trip off rotation
FIFO role - do not need to be located in Timaru!
Travel covered by Sanford every trip

Rare opportunity to join Sanford's offshore scampi fleet as a Mate. 6 weeks on/off, travel covered, career growth at sea.

22d ago

Listed twelve days ago

🐾 Koru Vets - Locum Veterinarian Opportunity

at Vets Central

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Competitive hourly rates: $80–$95 per hour

Competitive hourly rates: $80–$95 per hour
Travel and accommodation options available
Hours: Full-time, with 8.5-hour shifts

Locum Vet needed at Koru Vets! $80-$95/hr, full-time, immediate start until permanent cover is secured. Travel and accommodation options.

12d ago

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