106 trainee project engineer jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp

This is a Contract/Temp job

$95,000 – $110,000 per year

Very Competitive Salary and Benefits
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!

Very Competitive Salary and Benefits
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented Site Engineer to join our team on the Te Rahui Solar Project.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Engine Room Watch Rating (ERWR) Trainee

at StraitNZ

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Come and join the team onboard engineering team at StraitNZ Bluebridge!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

Featured

Listed twenty seven days ago

Engine Room Watch Rating (ERWR) Trainee

at StraitNZ

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Come and join the team onboard engineering team at StraitNZ Bluebridge!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Site Engineer

This is a Contract/Temp job

$95,000 – $110,000 per year

Very Competitive Salary and Benefits
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!

Very Competitive Salary and Benefits
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented Site Engineer to join our team on the Te Rahui Solar Project.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16h ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Project Coordinator

at Techtrade Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Become a key part of a maintenance project for a large vessel inside New Zealand's largest dry dock.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

Listed seven days ago

Civil Engineer / Graduate

at Tradestaff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taradale, Hawkes Bay

45

Civil and Structural Projects
Great team and support
Local Hawkes Bay Work

Civil and Structural Projects
Great team and support
Local Hawkes Bay Work

Civil Engineer required for Taradale - Hawkes Bay - APPLY TODAY!

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Site Coordinator

This is a Contract/Temp job

$95,000 – $110,000 per year

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

Very 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 a highly organised, detail-oriented Site Coordinator to join our team on the Te Rahui Solar Project.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

16h ago

Listed six days ago

Labourers and Operators

This is a Contract/Temp job

at CIMIC Graduates - CPB Contractors

$30.90 – $36 per hour (Including annual leave)

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 May/ June! Up to 9 months of work!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

6d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Trade Assistants & Mechanical Engineers / Contractors

at Motion Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Northcote, Auckland

$27 - $45 (PAYE or Contractor rates available)

Temporary Roles - Trade Assistants & Mechanical Engineers / Contractors

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Deck Restoration Technician

at Deck Refresh

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$30 – $40 per hour

As Deck Refresh grows, there will be opportunities for the right person to take on greater responsibility, including running small crews

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

18d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

CIMIC Group Undergraduate Program 2027 - NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Clear Career Progression & Learning Opportunities
Engage in Purposeful, Meaningful Work
Supportive Leadership & Strong Culture

Clear Career Progression & Learning Opportunities
Engage in Purposeful, Meaningful Work
Supportive Leadership & Strong Culture

Nau mai, haere mai — be part of something bigger! Join our award‑winning CIMIC Undergraduate Program, commencing 2027.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed two days ago

Concrete Cutter Labourer

at Franklin Smith

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)

2d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Civil Construction Opportunities

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canterbury

NZD 28 per hour

Competitive hourly rates with consistent hours
Ongoing training, upskilling, and development opportunities
Potential for permanent positions with leading civil contractors

Competitive hourly rates with consistent hours
Ongoing training, upskilling, and development opportunities
Potential for permanent positions with leading civil contractors

Multiple civil roles available in Christchurch. Great projects, strong career progression, and ongoing training with leading contractors.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

15h ago

Listed twenty days ago

Intern Asset Engineer

at Northpower Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Fixed Term Role
Located in East Tamaki
Supportive, people-first company culture

Fixed Term Role
Located in East Tamaki
Supportive, people-first company culture

Support inspection data analysis, identify defects, create reports, and assist engineers and drone pilots in field and desktop operations.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

20d ago

Listed three days ago

Water Blaster

at Green by Nature

This is a Contract/Temp job

Henderson, Auckland

Competitive wages + PPE gear + Uniform + Phone + more!
Fixed term opportunity supporting our cleaning team!
Awesome opportunity for a unique day-to-day role!

Competitive wages + PPE gear + Uniform + Phone + more!
Fixed term opportunity supporting our cleaning team!
Awesome opportunity for a unique day-to-day role!

the Water Blaster working across multiple sites with a strong focus on safety, environmental care, and quality workmanship with Green by Nature.

subClassification: Cleaning ServicesCleaning Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Project Coordinator

at Global 360

This is a Contract/Temp job

Upper Hutt, Wellington

A positive and rewarding team culture - stimulating and rewarding opportunity
Gain Exposure & Collaborate with a highly reputable company
A career that makes a difference! Help communities impacted by natural disaster

A positive and rewarding team culture - stimulating and rewarding opportunity
Gain Exposure & Collaborate with a highly reputable company
A career that makes a difference! Help communities impacted by natural disaster

Exciting new role available to join our Wellington team as a Desktop Supervisor! This role provides the opportunity to progress your career.

Recruited byTara Boell

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Technical Storeman

at Techtrade Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Excellent rates + PPE provided
Supportive team environment
North Shore location

Excellent rates + PPE provided
Supportive team environment
North Shore location

Long term assignment, up to 9 months for mechanically savvy Storeman. Perfect role for ex-military or tradesperson with logistics background.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Network Connectivity Coordinator - 2-year fixed-term

at Orion NZ Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Blend field work with problem-solving and technical thinking
Exposure to network operations, mapping and connectivity
Own processes that improve network accuracy and safety

Blend field work with problem-solving and technical thinking
Exposure to network operations, mapping and connectivity
Own processes that improve network accuracy and safety

Get out on the network, solve real issues and make a visible impact every day

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Utility Fleet Vehicles

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Mechanical Engineer (12-month contract) with electric vehicle maker, Mt Maunganui. Creating tough, reliable vehicles for real work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Site Engineer

at Brian Perry Civil

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Tech 5 Recruitment Wellington

Fixed term opportunity from June 2026 to March 2029
Plan and coordinate daily construction activities
Build practical skills and grow your engineering career

Fixed term opportunity from June 2026 to March 2029
Plan and coordinate daily construction activities
Build practical skills and grow your engineering career

Plan and deliver daily site tasks, support the team, and help build quality construction outcomes. Fixed term to Mar 2029

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21d ago

Listed three days ago

Project Coordinator

at Global 360

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manawatu(Hybrid)

A positive and rewarding team culture - stimulating and rewarding opportunity
Gain Exposure & Collaborate with a highly reputable company
A career that makes a difference! Help communities impacted by natural disaster

A positive and rewarding team culture - stimulating and rewarding opportunity
Gain Exposure & Collaborate with a highly reputable company
A career that makes a difference! Help communities impacted by natural disaster

Exciting new role available to join our Wellington team! This role provides the opportunity to progress your career.

Recruited byTara Boell

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Site Engineer - Storm and Wastewater

This is a Contract/Temp job