Short Term Jobs in All Canterbury, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN

at Millennium Electrical Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

A challenging and rewarding sector of the electrical industry.
Gain new skills with training given to widen your career opportunities.
Join a growing team with the potential for promotion for the right candidates.

A challenging and rewarding sector of the electrical industry.
Gain new skills with training given to widen your career opportunities.
Join a growing team with the potential for promotion for the right candidates.

Electrician - Great opportunity working in a very interesting and challenging sector of the Electrical Industry

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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Operations Manager - Bulk Transport

at Decipher Group Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Timaru based transport operations leadership role
Drive performance, safety, and customer excellence
Strengthen teams and relationships

Timaru based transport operations leadership role
Drive performance, safety, and customer excellence
Strengthen teams and relationships

Timaru based leadership role - operational excellence, people leadership, commercial performance

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

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Listed fifteen hours ago

Process Worker

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Permanent roles - Day & afternoon shifts available
$25-30 p/h + overtime and weekend rates
Must be available for long-term, full time work, Monday-Fridays

Permanent roles - Day & afternoon shifts available
$25-30 p/h + overtime and weekend rates
Must be available for long-term, full time work, Monday-Fridays

OneStaff is currently recruiting multiple Process Workers for permanent food manufacturing roles based in Christchurch.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

15h ago

Listed five days ago

Pharmacy assistance

at Unichem Belfast pharmacy

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Start as a Pharmacy Assistant and progress to a Pharmacy Technician with funded training, hands-on experience, and a clear long-term career pathway.

subClassification: PharmacyPharmacy

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

5d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Administration Roles

at Ryan Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

$26 - $38 Per Hour + Holiday Pay + Weekly Pay

Opportunities With Organisations Across Christchurch
Temp With The Support of A Team That Cares
Grow Your Experience Within Varied Industries

Opportunities With Organisations Across Christchurch
Temp With The Support of A Team That Cares
Grow Your Experience Within Varied Industries

Bring your proven administration skills to temporary roles with some of Christchurch's leading organisations.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

15d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Temporary Job Opportunities with Only Human

at Only Human - HR & Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

A broad variety of roles available
Long and short-term assignments
A trusted and talented team

A broad variety of roles available
Long and short-term assignments
A trusted and talented team

Come and join the Only Human team as a temp. We have a many administration roles available offering flexibility for you based in Christchurch.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

25d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Landscapers, Hammerhands & Labourers

at Roading and Building Recruitment

This is a Part time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Weekly pay
Immediate start
Opportunity for permanent

Weekly pay
Immediate start
Opportunity for permanent

Multiple ongoing opportunities for experienced and entry-level labourers, landscapers, and hammerhands across Christchurch. Immediate starts available

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

13d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Assembler

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

$26.30 + 8% Holiday Pay

Roles starting in April 2026
Hands on assembly work
Potential for ongoing work

Roles starting in April 2026
Hands on assembly work
Potential for ongoing work

We're looking for reliable and motivated hands-on workers to join a busy Rolleston-based company starting immediately. APPLY NOW!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

27d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

Employment Relations Advisor

at Remarkable People Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornby, Canterbury

$45/ph + 8% Holday Pay (Negotiable)

Potential Ongoing Position | Rare and Exciting Opportunity
Competitive Pay Package + Training Provided + EAP Services
Great Work/Life Balance | Located in Hornby, Christchurch

Potential Ongoing Position | Rare and Exciting Opportunity
Competitive Pay Package + Training Provided + EAP Services
Great Work/Life Balance | Located in Hornby, Christchurch

Exciting short-term opportunity for an experienced Employment Relations Advisor located in Hornby, Christchurch.

Recruited byKieron Laity

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

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

18d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Accounts Payable

at Fluid Accounting and Finance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 - $34 p/h

Short Term Assignment
Immediate Start
CBD Location

Short Term Assignment
Immediate Start
CBD Location

Seeking an experienced AP professional for a short temp role. Must be immediately available to support invoices, payments, and system transition work

Recruited byAmelia-Jane Hoffmann-Bryant

subClassification: Accounts PayableAccounts Payable

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

15d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Engineering Trade Assistant

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$24 - $30 per hour + 8% Holiday Pay

Immediate start for the right candidate
Hands-on mechanical experience
Top Engineering/Manufacturing companies within Christchurch

Immediate start for the right candidate
Hands-on mechanical experience
Top Engineering/Manufacturing companies within Christchurch

Are you looking for a hands-on role in Mechanical Engineering that will give you valuable industry experience. We have short term or long-term

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Grounds & Warehouse Technician

at Care Property Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$25 – $27 per year

Trusted
Motivated
Flexible

Trusted
Motivated
Flexible

Carefully managed, beautifully hosted — and we need the right person to help us keep it that way

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Storeman

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Long term job opportunites
Monday-Fridays - weekends off!
Immediate start available

Long term job opportunites
Monday-Fridays - weekends off!
Immediate start available

We are currently looking for hardworking individuals to join some of New Zealand's leading distributors.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

21d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Marketing Manager (6 Month Contract, School Hours)

at Method Building Systems (Formance)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$60 – $90 per hour

Real flexibility: 22.5 hours, school hours friendly
Two clear projects, six months, defined end
Work directly with the CEO, no layers

Real flexibility: 22.5 hours, school hours friendly
Two clear projects, six months, defined end
Work directly with the CEO, no layers

Six months. School hours. Lead generation and website launch. Work directly with the CEO at Christchurch's leading SIP manufacturer.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

14d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Skilled Labourer

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$24-$28

A Competitive Hourly Rate + Paid Weekly + Full PPE Provided
Development Opportunities + On-Going Work For The Right Candidates
City Based And The Wider Christchurch Area Working Locations

A Competitive Hourly Rate + Paid Weekly + Full PPE Provided
Development Opportunities + On-Going Work For The Right Candidates
City Based And The Wider Christchurch Area Working Locations

We are looking for Skilled Labourers with prior experience in construction or civil construction. A mix of short-term and long-term work available!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Senior Communications Advisor - 6 month Fixed Term Contract

at Selwyn District Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

• 6-month fixed term opportunity with immediate impact
Lead impactful campaigns that influence how our district grows and evolves
Enjoy a 40-hour week with genuine work-life balance and flexibility

• 6-month fixed term opportunity with immediate impact
Lead impactful campaigns that influence how our district grows and evolves
Enjoy a 40-hour week with genuine work-life balance and flexibility

Help shape how Selwyn is seen, heard, and experienced. Join us to bring our stories to life and connect our communities in meaningful ways.

subClassification: Public Relations & Corporate AffairsPublic Relations & Corporate Affairs

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

14d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Frame and Truss - Nightshift

at Diverse Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Ongoing role
Excellent culture led from the top
Work for a supportive employer

Ongoing role
Excellent culture led from the top
Work for a supportive employer

Join a great team with steady work, competitive pay, and a positive workplace culture!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Skilled Labourer - Irrigation

at Diverse Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rangiora, Canterbury

40-50 hours per week on average (up to 50-60 hours during busy periods)
Competitive pay (depending on experience)
Stay away allowance plus meals and accommodation provided

40-50 hours per week on average (up to 50-60 hours during busy periods)
Competitive pay (depending on experience)
Stay away allowance plus meals and accommodation provided

We are currently seeking for a reliable labourer for farm irrigation installs and repairs across Canterbury. Short-term with potential to go permanent

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed twenty four days ago