Software Developer Contract Temp Jobs in Riccarton Canterbury, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Senior Talent Advisor

at Bishop – Values Led HR & Search Partner

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

International Team | Great Environment

Deliver high-volume recruitment for a significant national ramp-up (100+ hires)
Join a globally recognised aerospace organisation at a pivotal growth phase
Hands-on role with real ownership of recruitment delivery

Deliver high-volume recruitment for a significant national ramp-up (100+ hires)
Join a globally recognised aerospace organisation at a pivotal growth phase
Hands-on role with real ownership of recruitment delivery

Lead recruitment delivery for a global aerospace leader in rapid growth - driving hiring at pace while contributing to continuous improvement overall.

subClassification: Recruitment - InternalRecruitment - Internal

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

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Business Support Officer

at Bishop – Values Led HR & Search Partner

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Be part of a newly established organisation
8-month fixed-term with some flexibility around hours
Varied role across customer service, coordination & financial administration

Be part of a newly established organisation
8-month fixed-term with some flexibility around hours
Varied role across customer service, coordination & financial administration

A varied, hands-on role where you'll support customers, coordinate operations and help build and implement processes from the ground up.

subClassification: Management & SupportManagement & Support

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

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Listed twelve days ago

Group IT QESTLab Java Developer

at Fulton Hogan

This is a Contract/Temp job

Burnside, Canterbury

Variety of benefits

Fixed Term, full time role
Based in Auckland or Christchurch
Experienced Java Developer

Fixed Term, full time role
Based in Auckland or Christchurch
Experienced Java Developer

This is a rare chance to own a significant and complex project in a large, well established New Zealand infrastructure business.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

12d ago

Listed three days ago

C++ Developers

at Crescent Consulting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury(Remote)

Competitive Hourly Rate + Remote

C++ embedded role on a high-impact, real-world engineering project
2-year contract with strong hourly rates and long-term stability
Initial onboarding onsite in Christchurch, then remote across NZ

C++ embedded role on a high-impact, real-world engineering project
2-year contract with strong hourly rates and long-term stability
Initial onboarding onsite in Christchurch, then remote across NZ

C++ Embedded Engineers for 2-year contract. High-impact project, strong rates, initial onsite then remote across NZ.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

3d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

C# /.NET Engineer — Contract (Hybrid, 6 Months + Possible Extension)

at Harris Farms Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Harris Farms is looking for a contract C# .NET Developer to play a key role in building a greenfield system. Hybrid role, office based in Christchurch

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

19d ago

Listed seven days ago

Developer (Fixed Term/Secondment)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$96185 - $137k p.a.

Transform business processes and deliver innovative solutions
12 month fixed term/secondment
Flexible to anywhere with a DOC Office

Transform business processes and deliver innovative solutions
12 month fixed term/secondment
Flexible to anywhere with a DOC Office

Develop and implement ServiceNow solutions for the Regulatory Modernisation Programme, tailored to organisational needs

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

7d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Python Developer (Contract)

at Potentia

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Competitive Hourly Rate

3 Month Contract
April Start
Python, SQL, Data and Cloud Knowledge

3 Month Contract
April Start
Python, SQL, Data and Cloud Knowledge

We are seeking an intermediate to senior level Python Developer in Christchurch

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

27d ago

Listed one day ago

Sales, Marketing & Design Coordinator

at Energylight

This is a Contract/Temp job

Woolston, Canterbury

Nine month fixed term role starting mid May
Established market leader in specification lighting and manufacturing
Good salary, great team and a role offering good experience in several areas

Nine month fixed term role starting mid May
Established market leader in specification lighting and manufacturing
Good salary, great team and a role offering good experience in several areas

A fixed term role in lively, rewarding environment supporting cutting edge commercial lighting technology solutions

subClassification: Sales CoordinatorsSales Coordinators

classification: Sales(Sales)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

2 x CONTRACT Senior Frontend Web Developers (React)

at Sunstone Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$100-$130 p/h 6mth contract+ModOffices+Park+flex

Senior UI web developer with JavaScript and/or TypeScript? React?
Work on building new features & functionality in React in a modern stack
Collaborative team culture, growing, supportive company get in touch :-)

Senior UI web developer with JavaScript and/or TypeScript? React?
Work on building new features & functionality in React in a modern stack
Collaborative team culture, growing, supportive company get in touch :-)

A stable, growing company is looking for 2 x CONTRACT Senior Frontend Web Developers to join a new web team working on a web apps project :-)

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

7d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Business Analyst

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)

Business Analyst supporting end-to-end tech & business change delivery; engage stakeholders, work with vendors, deliver quality outputs at pace.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

3d ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Administration Assistant

at VIPeople Staffing and Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$26 - $28 per hour + 8% holiday + weekly pay

Monday to Friday - 7.30am until 5pm Temp Contract
$26 - $28 per hour + 8% holiday + weekly pay
Open office environment based in Christchurch

Monday to Friday - 7.30am until 5pm Temp Contract
$26 - $28 per hour + 8% holiday + weekly pay
Open office environment based in Christchurch

Are you our next Payroll Administrator? Great with numbers? Highly organised? Thrive in a fast-paced, no-nonsense environment? Click to read more.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

22d ago

Listed twelve days ago

PC Deployment Engineer (6M+ Contract) x2 - Junior/Intermediate

at Sourced | IT Recruitment Specialists

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Two contract roles, onsite at Christchurch office
Hands-on opportunities in a major PC deployment project
Great business to work for, backed by excellent leadership and technology

Two contract roles, onsite at Christchurch office
Hands-on opportunities in a major PC deployment project
Great business to work for, backed by excellent leadership and technology

Join a dynamic team as a contract PC Deployment Engineer. Immediate onsite involvement in a key and large scale project.

Recruited byAlia Leilani

subClassification: Networks & Systems AdministrationNetworks & Systems Administration

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

12d ago

Listed four hours ago

Assistant Accountant

at Profile Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

$70,000 PA

Exposure to cash and treasury-related activities
Day-to-day transactional accounting processes
Proactive liaison with internal and external parties

Exposure to cash and treasury-related activities
Day-to-day transactional accounting processes
Proactive liaison with internal and external parties

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant for a 6-month contract role

Recruited byAli McLae

subClassification: Assistant AccountantsAssistant Accountants

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

4h ago

Listed seven days ago

Production Engineer

at Taska Prosthetics

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$80,000 – $100,000 per year

An innovative company that enhances people's lives
Support global customers & end users
Caring and collaborative team based in Christchurch

An innovative company that enhances people's lives
Support global customers & end users
Caring and collaborative team based in Christchurch

A rare opportunity for an experienced Production Engineer to join a world-leading company specialising in prosthetic solutions.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed six days ago

Customer Service Representative

at Enterprise Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Holiday pay

Free Parking On-Site
3-Month Assignment, Early May Start
Various Shift Patterns

Free Parking On-Site
3-Month Assignment, Early May Start
Various Shift Patterns

If you’re customer‑focused, tech‑savvy, and ready to step into a support role, we’d love to hear from you!

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

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 six days ago

Receptionist

at Crescent Consulting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Front-of-house role in CBD office, professional and client-facing
Support advisers with admin, meetings, events and office coordination
3-month contract, immediate start, potential extension

Front-of-house role in CBD office, professional and client-facing
Support advisers with admin, meetings, events and office coordination
3-month contract, immediate start, potential extension

Professional Receptionist/Administrator needed for 3-month contract. Front-of-house role in CBD office. Immediate start, strong organisation required.

subClassification: ReceptionistsReceptionists

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

6d ago

Listed six days ago