Senior Advisor Sustainability 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 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 nineteen 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)

19h ago

Listed fifteen 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)

15h ago

Listed six days ago

Kaitohu Matua | Senior Advisor, Te Pou Taiao - Full Time, Fixed term opportunity

at Te Puni Kōkiri

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$104,317 - $115,907

Join a team of policy professionals in this fixed term role
An opportunity for you to gain knowledge &exposure to broader policy frameworks
Full Time, Fixed Term opportunity till mid-November 2026

Join a team of policy professionals in this fixed term role
An opportunity for you to gain knowledge &exposure to broader policy frameworks
Full Time, Fixed Term opportunity till mid-November 2026

If you're a policy professional looking for a short-term assignment till mid-November 2026?

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

6d ago

Listed twenty one 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)

21h ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Workforce Planning Advisor

at Social Workers Registration Board

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$101,000 – $107,300 per year

Career‑building fixed term - broad exposure that sets you up beyond 12 months.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

16h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Business Partner People and Culture/Senior Advisor

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$101,911-$143,639

Two opportunities to join a high impact, fast paced P&C team at MBIE
Do you love coaching leaders, building capability, and providing advice?

Two opportunities to join a high impact, fast paced P&C team at MBIE
Do you love coaching leaders, building capability, and providing advice?

Are you an experienced HR generalist who thrives on variety, pace, and solving real people challenges?

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

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

12d 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 twenty seven days ago

Senior Advisor Privacy, Government and Information

at Rothley

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

12-months fixed term
Flexible working - work from home two days per week
Join a values driven organisation

12-months fixed term
Flexible working - work from home two days per week
Join a values driven organisation

We are seeking an experienced Senior Advisor to join a dynamic team managing all aspects of information release, privacy, and government relations

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

27d 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 one hours ago

Senior HR Advisor/Business Partner (Fixed-Term – Maternity Cover)

at Rakon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Supportive, fun & collaborative P&C team
Free car-parking
Global company

Supportive, fun & collaborative P&C team
Free car-parking
Global company

Seven month fixed-term maternity cover starting in May

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

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

21h ago

Listed six 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)

6d 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 ten days ago

Talent Acquisition & People Advisor

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$96,000 – $120,000 per year

VERY Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

VERY Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

Strategic partner managing the full talent lifecycle through expert recruitment, compliance, and NZ legislation advice to empower people and culture!

subClassification: Recruitment - InternalRecruitment - Internal

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

10d ago

Listed three days ago

Waste Minimisation Officer - Fixed Term

at Taupo District Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo, Waikato

Amazing location

Opportunity to make a difference in your community
Live, work & thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Become a valued member of our supportive team

Opportunity to make a difference in your community
Live, work & thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Become a valued member of our supportive team

Join a community‑driven council role delivering practical waste minimisation and behaviour change initiatives that make a difference.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior H&S Consultant

at TVNZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Base salary,Mobile/Broadband Allowance

Hybrid way of working
Drive the change through TVNZ
Join one of New Zealands well loved media/news companies

Hybrid way of working
Drive the change through TVNZ
Join one of New Zealands well loved media/news companies

You'll take the lead in modernising our Health & Safety framework, aligning it seamlessly with EcoPortal and regulatory best practice.

subClassification: Occupational Health & SafetyOccupational Health & Safety

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

13d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Communications Advisor

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$101,911 - $121,196 + KiwiSaver

Work with skilled, dedicated professionals in a people‑first environment.
Take a proactive approach in delivering best practice communication solutions
Salary range: $101,911 - $121,196 + KiwiSaver

Work with skilled, dedicated professionals in a people‑first environment.
Take a proactive approach in delivering best practice communication solutions
Salary range: $101,911 - $121,196 + KiwiSaver

Support the delivery of internal and corporate communications across the whole organisation.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Senior Policy Advisor - Regulatory

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

NZD 115000 - 140000 per annum

rare opportunity - key role in a major, system-wide programme underpinning the safety & future of one of NZ’s most critical sectors

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

25d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

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)

17h ago

110 senior advisor sustainability jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp

Te Mātai Ao - Principal Resource Consent Planner

Programme Director (Transformation)

Senior/Policy Advisor - 3 positions

Senior Advisor - Performance Framework

Te Mātai Ao - Principal Resource Consent Planner

Kaitohu Matua | Senior Advisor, Te Pou Taiao - Full Time, Fixed term opportunity

Principal Policy Advisor - Regulatory policy

Workforce Planning Advisor

Business Partner People and Culture/Senior Advisor

Principal Policy Advisor

Senior Advisor Privacy, Government and Information

Programme Director (Transformation)

Apōrei | Principal Policy Advisor - Curatorial Residencies

Senior HR Advisor/Business Partner (Fixed-Term – Maternity Cover)

Project Manager - Te Wharau Project

Business Management Advisor (Canterbury)

Talent Acquisition & People Advisor

Waste Minimisation Officer - Fixed Term

Senior H&S Consultant

Senior Communications Advisor

Senior Policy Advisor - Regulatory

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

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