Steel Machine Operator Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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* FORKLIFT & REACH TRUCK OPERATORS - AUCKLAND*

This is a Contract/Temp job

Excellent Rate$ up to $30.00 p/hr + Holidays + Benefits
Fantastic Career Progression
Bonus Rewards and Allowances

Excellent Rate$ up to $30.00 p/hr + Holidays + Benefits
Fantastic Career Progression
Bonus Rewards and Allowances

Seasoned forklift and reach truck operators are wanted in Auckland. 2+ yrs forklift, 3+ yrs reach, great pay, career growth and shift options.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

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Mechanical Fitter

at Industry Staff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

$50 – $65 per hour

New equipment build
Good conditions
Excellent environment

New equipment build
Good conditions
Excellent environment

This project work is suited to a trades person that is comfortable in fitting to fine tolerances and working in a team environment.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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Listed one day ago

Process Operators

at Dairy Goat Co-op (NZ) Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Fixed Term Opportunity
Immediate Start!
Work in modern manufacturing Plants in Hamilton

Fixed Term Opportunity
Immediate Start!
Work in modern manufacturing Plants in Hamilton

We’re seeking reliable, team‑focused individuals for a fixed‑term opportunity.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

1d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

* FORKLIFT & REACH TRUCK OPERATORS - AUCKLAND*

at Draft NZ Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

Excellent Rate$ up to $30.00 p/hr + Holidays + Benefits
Fantastic Career Progression
Bonus Rewards and Allowances

Excellent Rate$ up to $30.00 p/hr + Holidays + Benefits
Fantastic Career Progression
Bonus Rewards and Allowances

Seasoned forklift and reach truck operators are wanted in Auckland. 2+ yrs forklift, 3+ yrs reach, great pay, career growth and shift options.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

14d ago

Listed nine days ago

Production

at LD New Zealand Ltd - Trading as LD Recruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$27 per hour

Small team where everyone knows your name
6am to 2.30pm shifts Monday to Friday
Airport Oaks location

Small team where everyone knows your name
6am to 2.30pm shifts Monday to Friday
Airport Oaks location

Machine Operator - Immediate Start; Looking for a hands-on role with consistent hours and a great team environment?

Recruited byLinda Dixon

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

9d ago

Listed one day ago

Manufacturing Worker

at Newlins Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Auckland

$27ph

Night OWLS only. Albany Location.
40 Hours PW Sun - Fri 10pm to 6am
$27.00 per hour, immediate start

Night OWLS only. Albany Location.
40 Hours PW Sun - Fri 10pm to 6am
$27.00 per hour, immediate start

Calling all NIGHT OWLS!, Do you do your best work at night? Like being part of a small but active team? Check out this role - could be for you!

Recruited byLinda O'Sullivan

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

1d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Forklift Operators – Heavy Freight (5–10 Tonne Machines)

at Motion Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Forklift Operator + 5–10 Tonne Experience + Heavy & General Freight + 4AM Starts + East Tamaki to Wiri + Full NZ Work Rights

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

23d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Production Operator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28 - $30 p.h. + Paid Lunch Break

Full-Time Hours + Immediate Start + Temp to Perm Opportunity
Weekly Pay Cycle + Carpark Onsite + Paid Lunch Break
On-The-Job Learning Opportunities + On-Going Work

Full-Time Hours + Immediate Start + Temp to Perm Opportunity
Weekly Pay Cycle + Carpark Onsite + Paid Lunch Break
On-The-Job Learning Opportunities + On-Going Work

Work as part of a team safely & efficiently operating machinery to ensure the continuous production of plasterboard. Drive a counterbalance forklift.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Production Assistant

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Avondale, Auckland

$26 per hour + 8% holiday pay
Monday to Thursday | 5:00 AM start (10-hour shifts)
Temp to perm opportunity with long-term potential

$26 per hour + 8% holiday pay
Monday to Thursday | 5:00 AM start (10-hour shifts)
Temp to perm opportunity with long-term potential

Machine Operator role in Avondale. Early start, 10-hour shifts. Temp to perm opportunity with a well-known manufacturing company.

Recruited byNicole Kristar

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Machine Operator Night Shift

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Drury, Auckland

Monday - Thursday Shifts | Weekly Pay
$29 - 40 per hour - depending on experience
Drury South location

Monday - Thursday Shifts | Weekly Pay
$29 - 40 per hour - depending on experience
Drury South location

Nightshift Machine Operators needed in Drury. 12hr Mon-Thu shifts with day shift training. Food manufacturing/canning experience ideal.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

13d ago

Listed eight days ago

Cold Store Production Operator

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Opportunity To Get Bonus Incentives Weekly!

Long Term On-Going Work, With Temp To Perm Opportunities
Full PPE And On-Site Training Provided
Full Time Opportunities Available

Long Term On-Going Work, With Temp To Perm Opportunities
Full PPE And On-Site Training Provided
Full Time Opportunities Available

We are looking for motivated Cold Store Warehouse Pickers to start work ASAP. Full training provided with competitive pay and opportunities to grow.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

8d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Mechanical Fitter

at Industry Staff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

$50 – $65 per hour

New equipment build
Good conditions
Excellent environment

New equipment build
Good conditions
Excellent environment

This project work is suited to a trades person that is comfortable in fitting to fine tolerances and working in a team environment.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

14d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Machine Operator

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Otahuhu, Auckland(Remote)

Temp-to-perm opportunity with a highly reputable food manufacturer
Long-term career development in a stable, essential industry
Two years FMCG experience and ability to lift 20Kgs repetitively required.

Temp-to-perm opportunity with a highly reputable food manufacturer
Long-term career development in a stable, essential industry
Two years FMCG experience and ability to lift 20Kgs repetitively required.

Join a top NZ flour miller in Otahuhu! Rotating shift role with training, growth & hands-on work in a solid, long-standing food production team.

Recruited bySarah Coad

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Reach Truck Operator

at Success Group Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$30 – $34 per hour

Competitive remuneration
Great culture and team environment
Room for career growth

Competitive remuneration
Great culture and team environment
Room for career growth

Warehouse Reach Truck Operator needed for a fast-paced cold storage team. Great pay and growth opportunities. Join us and build your career!

Recruited bySalome Jardim

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

2d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Frame & Truss Fabricator

at Tech 5 Recruitment Christchurch

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

NZD 26 - 33 per hour, Work Life Balance,Ongoing

Upskilling on site
Multiple shifts available
No experience required

Upskilling on site
Multiple shifts available
No experience required

Looking for Hammerhands, or Carpenters for large frame and truss factory

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

18h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Machine Operator / Line Leader

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pakuranga, Auckland

Termporary role with potential to transition to a permanent position!
Convenient East Auckland Location.
Available Immediately!

Termporary role with potential to transition to a permanent position!
Convenient East Auckland Location.
Available Immediately!

Are you an experienced Line Leader with strong machine operation and line setup expertise? Take the next step in your career with this afternoon shift

Recruited bySarah Coad

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

13d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Skilled Machine Operator

at Stellar Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Proven machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment
Earn weekly wages with an additional 8% holiday pay
Stable afternoon hours,Monday to Friday, 3 PM to 11:30 PM

Proven machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment
Earn weekly wages with an additional 8% holiday pay
Stable afternoon hours,Monday to Friday, 3 PM to 11:30 PM

Experienced Machine Operator needed for afternoon shift in Highbrook. $25-$27/hr. Temp to perm role in manufacturing. Sewing experience a bonus.

Recruited byNicole Kristar

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

24d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Aluminium Production Operators & Labourers

at Enterprise Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill, Southland

Learn new skills
Work/Life balance
Ongoing opportunities

Learn new skills
Work/Life balance
Ongoing opportunities

Work includes operating plant machinery, manual industrial tasks, production processes, and maintaining high standards of equipment care.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

15d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Machine Operator

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wigram, Canterbury

$25.00p/h + depending on experience

Structured day shift with clear rosters allows you to plan outside of work
Competitive hourly rates dependent on your experience
Opportunities to upskill on a wide range of modern machinery

Structured day shift with clear rosters allows you to plan outside of work
Competitive hourly rates dependent on your experience
Opportunities to upskill on a wide range of modern machinery

Full-time Machine Operator roles with iconic NZ company. Day shifts producing high-quality rubber & polymer products

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

22d ago

Listed eight days ago

Weighbridge Operator

at Kinetic Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tamahere, Waikato

Weighbridge Operator needed in Tamahere! $27/hr, 7am–5pm weekdays + half day Saturdays. Excel skills ideal. Stable, ongoing work—apply now!

subClassification: OtherOther

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

8d ago

Listed ten days ago

Skilled Knife Hand | Experienced Meat Processor

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Otahuhu, Auckland

$52,000

$25p/h | Temp to Permanent Opportunity
Minimum 2+ Years experience required
South Auckland location | Immediate start available

$25p/h | Temp to Permanent Opportunity
Minimum 2+ Years experience required
South Auckland location | Immediate start available

Experienced Skilled Knife Hands wanted in South Auckland. Temp to perm role, $25/hr. 2+ years required. Ongoing opportunity.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Production Supervisor (Stone Fabrication

at Blokhaus

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Weekly Pay Cycle
Immediate Starts Available
Opportunity from Temp to Perm

Weekly Pay Cycle
Immediate Starts Available
Opportunity from Temp to Perm

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations within our stone fabrication facility.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Workshop Assistant in Upper Hutt

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Upper Hutt, Wellington

NZD 28 - 35 per hour

Immediate start on offer
Night shift 6pm-4.30am (4 nights/week)
Upper Hutt based workshop

Immediate start on offer
Night shift 6pm-4.30am (4 nights/week)
Upper Hutt based workshop

Tradestaff are hiring a night shift workshop assistant for our growing Upper Hutt based client.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

13d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Process Worker/ Forklift Operator - Pokeno

at Drake New Zealand - Hamilton

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pokeno, Waikato

Temporary role in Pokeno
4x4 shifts - 12 hours per day - Weekly pay
Potential to turn into a Permanent role

Temporary role in Pokeno
4x4 shifts - 12 hours per day - Weekly pay
Potential to turn into a Permanent role

Process Worker / Forklift Driver role in Pokeno - Working 4x4 shifts - 12 hours per day - With weekly pay.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

14d ago

Listed nine days ago

Precast Concrete Production Staff

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornby, Canterbury

$27 + (depending on experience)

Immediate start
Hornby Location
Ongoing work

Immediate start
Hornby Location
Ongoing work

Join an established manufacturing company in Hornby, working in the on‑site pipe factory producing high‑quality precast concrete pipeline systems.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

9d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Reach Truck / Forklift Operator – Day & Afternoon Shifts

at Kinetic Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Otahuhu, Auckland

Reach Driver / Operators needed!

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

28d ago

Listed ten days ago

Civil Machine Operators

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Competitive Hourly Rates (Based on Experience)
Paid Weekly
Ongoing Civil & Roading Projects

Competitive Hourly Rates (Based on Experience)
Paid Weekly
Ongoing Civil & Roading Projects

We're looking for reliable WTR-endorsed operators to join our growing civil team for an immediate start.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

10d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Machine Operator + OSH

at Nexus Agoge Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

4-day work week (40 hours)
Immediate start on afternoon shift
Addington location

4-day work week (40 hours)
Immediate start on afternoon shift
Addington location

Exciting opportunity for an experienced Machine & Forklift Operator with a current OSH certificate.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

29d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Expression of interest | Warehouse and Forklift assignments

at Drake New Zealand - Auckland North

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosedale, Auckland

$23.95

Weekly pay
Full training and ongoing support provided
Friendly and supportive work environments

Weekly pay
Full training and ongoing support provided
Friendly and supportive work environments

Warehouse/manufacturing/forklift roles on North Shore. Weekly pay and training provided. Reliable candidates needed-apply with Drake today.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

13d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Rollformer Operator / Setter

at Trade Assist

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

Set up and operate roll forming machinery
Monitor quality and troubleshoot issues
Perform basic maintenance and work safely

Set up and operate roll forming machinery
Monitor quality and troubleshoot issues
Perform basic maintenance and work safely

Hands-on role setting and operating roll forming machinery. Ideal for a mechanically minded operator focused on quality and efficiency.

Recruited byAlex Gorham

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

16d ago

Listed nine days ago

Warehouse/Stores operative

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Riccarton, Canterbury

$26-27

Monday-Friday
Ongoing work

Monday-Friday
Ongoing work

We are looking for an experienced Warehouse Operative to join our clients busy team working within their Stainless and Steel area

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

9d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Concrete Cutter Labourer

at Franklin Smith

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

NZD 25 - 27 per hour

Start on $25 p/h & train into a skilled trade
Fast track to $35+ p/h within 12 months
Full training, bonuses & career progression

Start on $25 p/h & train into a skilled trade
Fast track to $35+ p/h within 12 months
Full training, bonuses & career progression

Labourer role with full training – fast track to $35+ p/h Cutter/Driller within 12 months. Great career pathway!

Recruited byHanne Quinn

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

23d ago

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