Telehandler Operator Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Skid Steer and Telehandler Operators

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$32.60 – $37.10 per hour + Bonus

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

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

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking people to join our team for the Te Rahui Solar Project- Starting in June! Up to 9 months of work!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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This is a featured job

Aisle Master Driver/Slip Sheet Operator

at TSS Workforce Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland

Monday to Friday hours
Ongoing Work
Immediate Start

Monday to Friday hours
Ongoing Work
Immediate Start

We are currently seeking an experienced Bendi Driver/Slip Sheet Operator to join our team in an ongoing position.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

Featured

Listed sixteen days ago

Skid Steer and Telehandler Operators

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$32.60 – $37.10 per hour + Bonus

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

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

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking people to join our team for the Te Rahui Solar Project- Starting in June! Up to 9 months of work!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Telehandler Operator

at Tradestaff

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

NZD 35 - 35.50 per hour

Immediate start on offer
Current Telehandler ticket needed for this project
Be a part of a huge local infrasturcture project

Immediate start on offer
Current Telehandler ticket needed for this project
Be a part of a huge local infrasturcture project

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Telehandler Operator to join our client on a major local project.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

23d ago

Listed one day ago

Labourers

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$30 – $33 per hour

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

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

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking people to join our team for the Te Rahui Solar Project- Starting in June! Up to 9 months of work!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

General Labourer

at Turbo Staff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$27 - $30 p.h. + Weekly Pay + 50 hrs plus weekly

Attractive hourly rate + Weekly Pay Cycle
Top Projects in NZ + Supportive Team
PPE Covered + Upskilling Opportunity

Attractive hourly rate + Weekly Pay Cycle
Top Projects in NZ + Supportive Team
PPE Covered + Upskilling Opportunity

Are you a reliable General Labourer with experience in frame and truss manufacturing or construction sites? We want to hear from you - apply now!

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

16d ago

Listed nine days ago

Aisle Master Driver/Slip Sheet Operator

at TSS Workforce Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland

Monday to Friday hours
Ongoing Work
Immediate Start

Monday to Friday hours
Ongoing Work
Immediate Start

We are currently seeking an experienced Bendi Driver/Slip Sheet Operator to join our team in an ongoing position.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Piling Works Talent

at Alignz Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

$26 - $50

Opportunities pipelined for Piling works
We'll get you up and running with piling projects across NZ
Be part of the kick start to growth in 2026!

Opportunities pipelined for Piling works
We'll get you up and running with piling projects across NZ
Be part of the kick start to growth in 2026!

Piling Works Talent

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Dogman/Rigger

at AWF

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Marlborough

Competitive Renumeration
High profile project
Engaging role with a mix of hands-on tasks

Competitive Renumeration
High profile project
Engaging role with a mix of hands-on tasks

AWF are on the lookout for an experienced Dogman / Rigger to join a major hotel development project in Marlborough. For approximately 9 months

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

22h ago

Listed three days ago

Skilled Labourer

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton, Waikato

Pay rate $25.00 - $32.00
Paid Weekly + Full PPE Provided
Immediate Start!

Pay rate $25.00 - $32.00
Paid Weekly + Full PPE Provided
Immediate Start!

We are looking for Skilled Labourers in the Waikato

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Crane Operator - Tower

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Join a supportive NZ family business
Big lifts, big projects, real hands-on experience
Over Time Rates

Join a supportive NZ family business
Big lifts, big projects, real hands-on experience
Over Time Rates

Tower Crane Operator needed for a Dunedin project role for 2-.5-3 years. Work on a large-scale build with a safety-focused, experienced team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Rigger/Dogman

at Smith Crane and Construction

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Work alongside NZ’s largest crane fleet
Big lifts, big projects, real hands-on experience
Fixed term contract until October 2026 approximately

Work alongside NZ’s largest crane fleet
Big lifts, big projects, real hands-on experience
Fixed term contract until October 2026 approximately

2x skilled Rigger Dogmen wanted for major Hawke’s Bay project. Fixed-term to Oct 2026. 40hrs+ weekly in a safety-focused team.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

18h ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Construction Labourer needed in ANTARCTICA!

at Hays | Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Flights + Accommodation + Meals + Medical Checks

A once in a lifetime opportunity to live and work in Antarctica
Free meals prepared daily, no grocery bills, no cooking
All required medical checks included as part of your deployment.

A once in a lifetime opportunity to live and work in Antarctica
Free meals prepared daily, no grocery bills, no cooking
All required medical checks included as part of your deployment.

If you are looking to elevate your career with an experience that stands out anywhere in the world, APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

22d ago

Listed ten days ago

Crane Operator - Crawler

at Smith Crane and Construction

This is a Contract/Temp job

Picton, Marlborough

Join an award-winning crew
1 year fixed term contract
Over Time Rates

Join an award-winning crew
1 year fixed term contract
Over Time Rates

Experienced Crawler Crane Operator wanted for a 12-month Picton project role starting July 2026. OT rates, solid hours, major project.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Labourer

at Ryan Recruitment Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canterbury

$25+ Per Hour Weekly Pay + 8% Holiday Pay

Weekly Pay + 8% Holiday pay accrued
Work with great Canterbury businesses
Variety of jobs and industries

Weekly Pay + 8% Holiday pay accrued
Work with great Canterbury businesses
Variety of jobs and industries

As winter kicks-in, Ryan Recruitment has lots of opportunities out there for anyone looking for work throughout the Canterbury region

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

14h ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Experienced Forklift Operator

at Unite Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Auckland

Competitive Weekly pay
Convenient Albany Location
Supportive team environment

Competitive Weekly pay
Convenient Albany Location
Supportive team environment

Unite Recruit are looking for an experienced forklift operator for a high performing client in the export & import industries.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

22h ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Machine Builder

at Techtrade Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland

Top rates for skilled tradespeople

Top rates for skilled tradespeople
Short and longer-term opportunities available
Auckland-based project work

Top rates for skilled tradespeople
Short and longer-term opportunities available
Auckland-based project work

Skilled Machine Builders, Fitters and Toolmakers needed for current and upcoming project work across Auckland. Top rates.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed nine days ago

Storeperson/Forklift Operator

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Porirua, Wellington

26.50

Must hold a current forklift cert
Time and a half and double time paid for extra shifts worked
Experience using computer-based systems

Must hold a current forklift cert
Time and a half and double time paid for extra shifts worked
Experience using computer-based systems

We are currently seeking motivated and reliable Storeperson/Forklift Operators to join a busy team based in Porirua.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

9d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Warehouse worker/machine operator

at MortonSmith-Dawe Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornby, Canterbury

Fast-paced warehouse role. with the opportunity to ether operate the packer or packing orders for distribution, alongside a great team.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

11d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Civil Labourers and Operators

at Tech 5 Recruitment Auckland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Competitive

Multiple civil jobs across Auckland – labouring, concreting, machine ops
Competitive pay + work available now
Immediate starts for reliable, hands-on workers

Multiple civil jobs across Auckland – labouring, concreting, machine ops
Competitive pay + work available now
Immediate starts for reliable, hands-on workers

Civil Labourers & Operators We are currently seeking reliable and motivated Civil Labourers and Machine Operators for multiple ongoing

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

15d ago

Listed ten days ago

Abseiling Skilled Labourer/Hammerhand

at Building Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Assignment in South Auckland
Long term role
Comfortable working at heights

Assignment in South Auckland
Long term role
Comfortable working at heights

Rope access/abseiling skilled labourers with EWP tickets required

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed seven days ago

Forklift Operator

at Remarkable People Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton East, Waikato

NZD 25 - 27 per hour, + 8% Holiday Pay

Competitive Weekly pay + Holiday pay
Ongoing Work + Kiwi Saver
Immediate Start + PPE Provided

Competitive Weekly pay + Holiday pay
Ongoing Work + Kiwi Saver
Immediate Start + PPE Provided

Operating forklifts to move and stack goods safely, loading/unloading materials, maintaining equipment, and following site safety procedures.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

7d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Skilled Civil Workers

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Milson, Manawatu

$28-39 p/hr

Work on major regional civil infrastructure projects
Competitive pay based on skills and experience
Ongoing training and clear pathways to leadership

Work on major regional civil infrastructure projects
Competitive pay based on skills and experience
Ongoing training and clear pathways to leadership

ALH is hiring skilled Civil Labourers, lead hands/foremen, and machinery operators for civil projects across the Manawatu/Horowhenua region.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

18d ago

Listed one day ago

Operator/Labourer

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

On Job Training provided + Must be able to multi task
MUST have a Full Class 1 Drivers license minimum
Must be available to work weekends and Nights

On Job Training provided + Must be able to multi task
MUST have a Full Class 1 Drivers license minimum
Must be available to work weekends and Nights

Operating machinery with training provided. Must hold a Full NZ Class 1 licence, be tech savvy,multi task and physically fit

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Forklift Operator

at OneStaff Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Competitive hourly pay rate + 8% holiday pay
Immediate start + long term opportunity for the right candidate
Mon - Fri, 7.30am - 4pm (Weekends off!!)

Competitive hourly pay rate + 8% holiday pay
Immediate start + long term opportunity for the right candidate
Mon - Fri, 7.30am - 4pm (Weekends off!!)

Our client, a well-established flour mill based in Christchurch is currently seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Forklift Operator

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Up to $29.50 p.h. + All PPE Provided

Full-Time Hours + Monday to Friday + Immediate Start + On-Going Work
Weekly Pay Cycle + Competitive Hourly Rate + Temp to Permanent Opportunity
H&S Focused Environment + Structured On-The-Job Learning

Full-Time Hours + Monday to Friday + Immediate Start + On-Going Work
Weekly Pay Cycle + Competitive Hourly Rate + Temp to Permanent Opportunity
H&S Focused Environment + Structured On-The-Job Learning

Operate a counterbalance forklift to load & unload trucks. Work inside & outside a Cool Store environment. Move palletised inventory as required.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Class 2 Driver

at Remarkable People Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

NZD 24 - 27 per hour, + 8% Holiday Pay

Competitive Weekly pay + Holiday pay
Immediate Start + Kiwi Saver
Ongoing Work + PPE Provided

Competitive Weekly pay + Holiday pay
Immediate Start + Kiwi Saver
Ongoing Work + PPE Provided

Based in Albany - Performing general labour duties, driving Class 2 trucks, loading/unloading materials, site clean-up and supporting crews.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed two days ago

Dump Trump (Moxy) Operator

at Equip People Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North, Manawatu

Supportive crew and strong site culture
6 days a week (Mon - Sat) - $30 per hour
4+ months with potential to go longer

Supportive crew and strong site culture
6 days a week (Mon - Sat) - $30 per hour
4+ months with potential to go longer

Take the wheel on a major civil project in Palmerston North—secure steady work as a Dump Truck (Moxy) Operator with a strong, reliable team

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

General Construction Workers - Solar Project

at Staffwise Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rest of Wellington Region, Wellington

Immediate Start
Flexible to Work Extra Hours
Great Experience for Your CV

Immediate Start
Flexible to Work Extra Hours
Great Experience for Your CV

General Construction Workers in Wairarapa for Solar farm project!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed three days ago

Piling Works

at Alignz Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

$26 - $50

Great opportunities for your specialized talent in Piling Works
Piling Works are gearing up!
Volume of Piling Works are gearing up!

Great opportunities for your specialized talent in Piling Works
Piling Works are gearing up!
Volume of Piling Works are gearing up!

Piling Works Talent

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Forklift Operator

at ALH Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornby, Canterbury

$25-$31

Competitive Pay Rates With Long-Term Career Opportunities
Join A Supportive Team In A Fast-Paced Logistics Environment
Immediate Start Available In Hornby And Wigram Locations

Competitive Pay Rates With Long-Term Career Opportunities
Join A Supportive Team In A Fast-Paced Logistics Environment
Immediate Start Available In Hornby And Wigram Locations

Join a nationwide Transport and Logistics company who manage and store freight for their clients throughout New Zealand and across the world.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

21d ago

Listed one day ago

Civil Machine Operators

at ALH Limited

Be an early applicant

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: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

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