Technical Officer Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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QC Technician I (6 months)

at Sensient Technologies

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

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subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

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IT Support Technician

at Milestone Information Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings, Hawkes Bay

Immediate start
Exciting opportunity with major manufacturing company
High Level of Autonomy & Ownership

Immediate start
Exciting opportunity with major manufacturing company
High Level of Autonomy & Ownership

Provide autonomous, on-site IT support for office and production staff to ensure 100% site uptime.

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support

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

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Listed twenty five days ago

QC Technician I (6 months)

at Sensient Technologies

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Join our dynamics team for more learning opportunities!

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

25d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Laboratory Assistant

at SGS New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waihi, Waikato

Join a highly successful NZ and global business
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Based in Waihi

Join a highly successful NZ and global business
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Based in Waihi

We are looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join our Waihi laboratory on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Laboratory Technician - Auckland

at Enviro NZ

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

Good hourly rate

Excellent team environment in NZ wide, growth oriented, complex business
Have a contemporary approach – come help us lift our game!
Dynamic and exciting environmental outcomes industry

Excellent team environment in NZ wide, growth oriented, complex business
Have a contemporary approach – come help us lift our game!
Dynamic and exciting environmental outcomes industry

Play a key role in the daily operations of our laboratory, where you will be responsible for sampling, tracking, and reporting incoming waste samples

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

26d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

IT Support Technician

at Milestone Information Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings, Hawkes Bay

Immediate start
Exciting opportunity with major manufacturing company
High Level of Autonomy & Ownership

Immediate start
Exciting opportunity with major manufacturing company
High Level of Autonomy & Ownership

Provide autonomous, on-site IT support for office and production staff to ensure 100% site uptime.

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support

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

22h ago

Listed eighteen days ago

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: Client & Sales AdministrationClient & Sales Administration

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

18d ago

Listed three hours ago

Ecological Restoration Team Members - Fixed Term

at Wildland Consultants

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Wildland Consultants are seeking Fixed Term Ecological Restoration Field Team Members for the period May to July 2026.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

3h ago

Listed one day ago

QA Team Lead

at Zespri International Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Immediate start to lead 16 assessors and coach through the season
Deliver audit plan; track, trend and analyse data to close gaps
Partner with quality teams to resolve compliance issues fast and safely

Immediate start to lead 16 assessors and coach through the season
Deliver audit plan; track, trend and analyse data to close gaps
Partner with quality teams to resolve compliance issues fast and safely

Lead a 16-person Product Assessor team to deliver audits, analyse quality data, and resolve product compliance issues during the season.

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Marine Technical Advisor (Fixed Term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Contribute to vital biodiversity conservation efforts for our marine ecosystems
Work with scientific experts and tangata whenua to support strategy development
Full-time, fixed term role until April 2027; Auckland location

Contribute to vital biodiversity conservation efforts for our marine ecosystems
Work with scientific experts and tangata whenua to support strategy development
Full-time, fixed term role until April 2027; Auckland location

Bring your passion for marine conservation to a role that offers professional development and makes a difference for nature.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Fractional Chief Technology Officer

at Recollect

This is a Contract/Temp job

Grenada North, Wellington(Hybrid)

Recollect is at an exciting point its growth journey and expanding globally — if you're a senior technical leader who wants real impact, lets talk.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Product Assessor

at Zespri International Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Seasonal fixed term roles: 6 months from April/May until end of October
Conduct quality assessments, audits & compliance checks across the season
Full NZ licence, pass eyesight test, flexible hours & able to stand long periods

Seasonal fixed term roles: 6 months from April/May until end of October
Conduct quality assessments, audits & compliance checks across the season
Full NZ licence, pass eyesight test, flexible hours & able to stand long periods

Seasonal Product Assessors needed Apr/May-Oct to complete quality assessments, audits and compliance checks on a rotating roster (incl. weekends).

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Service Desk Support

at The University of Waikato

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Launch your IT career in a supportive team
Vibrant environment with strong development opportunities
Fixed-term role for six months

Launch your IT career in a supportive team
Vibrant environment with strong development opportunities
Fixed-term role for six months

Start your IT career supporting a dynamic university community while building hands-on skills in a collaborative team.

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support

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

4d ago

Listed six days ago

Quality Assurance - Food Manufacturing

at Priestley's Gourmet Delights

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

We are seeking a reliable Quality Assurance Officer to join our team as a leading producer of meringues, pavlovas and lamingtons.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

6d ago

Listed five days ago

Onsite IT Support Technician

at Milestone Information Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings, Hawkes Bay

Onsite
Great career progression
Contract

Onsite
Great career progression
Contract

Hands-on IT Support Technician role in Hastings, NZ. Provide L1/L2 support, manage devices, assist staff, and maintain systems in a busy environment.

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support

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

5d ago

Listed thirty minutes ago

AB Despatch Tech - Seasonal

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newstead, Waikato

Seasonal work in great team ! Jul-Nov.

Seasonal work to cover peak season. Storing and packing frozen semen straws to be distributed to farms. Great team environment!

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

30m ago

Listed one day ago

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

Expiring soon

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)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Student Advisor

at University of Canterbury

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Employer superannuation contribution (up to 6.75%)

Work 37.5 hours per week and enjoy a great work life balance
Great culture and team environment
Work at our beautiful campus, offer great facilities and services

Work 37.5 hours per week and enjoy a great work life balance
Great culture and team environment
Work at our beautiful campus, offer great facilities and services

Guide students through their academic journey with expert advice and meaningful support.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

12d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Kaiwhakarite Kaupapa Māori (Māori Project and Equity Officer)

at Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Commensurate with skills & experience

2 Year Fixed-Term Contract I Part-time (3 days a week) opportunity
ANZCA Wellington Office location - flexible working available
Internationally recognised, membership-based specialist medical college

2 Year Fixed-Term Contract I Part-time (3 days a week) opportunity
ANZCA Wellington Office location - flexible working available
Internationally recognised, membership-based specialist medical college

An exciting opportunity to lead meaningful health equity initiatives and embed Te Tiriti o Waitangi across a national medical college.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Field Technician (Avocado Sampler)

at Eurofins Regional Service Centre (AU/NZ)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kerikeri, Northland

Field Technician vacancy for the upcoming avocado sampling season running from May - August 2026.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Technical/ Production Operator

at Danone Nutricia NZ Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

Technical Operator

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

23d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Research Liaison and Grants Coordinator

at Cure Kids

This is a Contract/Temp job

Greenlane, Auckland(Hybrid)

Research
Child Health
Not for Profit

Research
Child Health
Not for Profit

Join Cure Kids to lead and manage the annual research granting round and manage the coordination of open grants.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

15d ago

Listed six days ago

WHN Research Officer - DXA

at Auckland University Of Technology

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosedale, Auckland

$72k - 80k p.a. + professional development + more

Generous Leave Entitlements
Flexible working arrangements
12 month fixed term

Generous Leave Entitlements
Flexible working arrangements
12 month fixed term

We have a fixed-term, full-time opportunity for a research officer to make significant impact and develop their career in research.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Wetland / Terrestrial Ecologist

at Taranaki Regional Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Stratford, Taranaki

$91,455 - $96,835 per annum, including KiwiSaver

Active social club
Onsite gym
Flexible working options

Active social club
Onsite gym
Flexible working options

We are looking for a Wetland / Terrestrial Ecologist to join us! This is fixed term, commencing mid-July 2026 until the beginning of August 2027

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

22h ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Business Systems Specialist

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$85,537 - $101,911+KiwisSaver

Work with other technical experts to resolve faults with business systems
Communicate clearly with business users and with other technical experts
Fixed Term for 12 months | Wellington

Work with other technical experts to resolve faults with business systems
Communicate clearly with business users and with other technical experts
Fixed Term for 12 months | Wellington

Add your technical expertise to this high performing team to ensure business systems work well and resolve faults when they arise

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21h ago

Listed five days ago

Emergency Management Advisor

at Greater Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$79,220-$118,830 incl all benefits

Make a real difference when it matters most
Variety & purpose, with opportunities to tackle diverse challenges
Engage with a wide range of partners & stakeholders

Make a real difference when it matters most
Variety & purpose, with opportunities to tackle diverse challenges
Engage with a wide range of partners & stakeholders

Play a hands-on role in supporting the region's response & recovery efforts, working to build community resilience.

subClassification: Regional CouncilRegional Council

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Ministerial Advisor

at Ministry for Ethnic Communities

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

The Advisor's role forms a critical conduit role between MEC and the Minister's Office, managing the flow of information between them.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed sixteen days 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)

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

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)

1d ago

Listed one day ago