Veterinary Surgeon Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Technician - Agriculture Sample Reception

at Hill Labs

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato

Full on the job training provided

Be part of a collaborative and professional team
Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and professional growth
Job related learning and development opportunities

Be part of a collaborative and professional team
Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and professional growth
Job related learning and development opportunities

We have fixed term opportunities available. Full on the job training provided - No previous laboratory experience required

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

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Production Animal Veterinarian

at Totally Vets Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

A friendly, professional and family oriented practice
Opportunities for developing your skills in a range of areas
Great community spirit with plenty of local activities

A friendly, professional and family oriented practice
Opportunities for developing your skills in a range of areas
Great community spirit with plenty of local activities

We have an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian with a special passion for the dairy sector.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

Featured

Listed ten days ago

Technician - Agriculture Sample Reception

at Hill Labs

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato

Full on the job training provided

Be part of a collaborative and professional team
Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and professional growth
Job related learning and development opportunities

Be part of a collaborative and professional team
Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and professional growth
Job related learning and development opportunities

We have fixed term opportunities available. Full on the job training provided - No previous laboratory experience required

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

10d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Customer Care Agent - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

at Petdirect

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Avondale, Auckland(Hybrid)

Turn pet lovers into raving fans via phone, chat and email
Work smarter with AI & digital tools in a tech-forward team
Hybrid flexibility, staff discounts & four-legged visitors

Turn pet lovers into raving fans via phone, chat and email
Work smarter with AI & digital tools in a tech-forward team
Hybrid flexibility, staff discounts & four-legged visitors

Love pets & people? Join one of NZ's Best Place to Work 2025! Be the hero for Kiwi pet parents - we're Petdirect, and We Get Pet!

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

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

28d ago

Listed one day ago

Veterinarian Emergency & Critical Care Intern | Hamilton

at CareVets

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$60,000 + benefits

Train alongside a registered ECC Specialist
Develop high-level emergency skills in 12 months
Ideal for vets exploring ECC or boosting GP capability

Train alongside a registered ECC Specialist
Develop high-level emergency skills in 12 months
Ideal for vets exploring ECC or boosting GP capability

Build elite emergency skills in a specialist-led hospital — ideal for vets exploring ECC or wanting to fast-track clinical confidence.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

1d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Production Animal Veterinarian

at Totally Vets Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

A friendly, professional and family oriented practice
Opportunities for developing your skills in a range of areas
Great community spirit with plenty of local activities

A friendly, professional and family oriented practice
Opportunities for developing your skills in a range of areas
Great community spirit with plenty of local activities

We have an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian with a special passion for the dairy sector.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

28d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Vet Nurse | Vet Associates Takanini

at VetPartners - New Zealand

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Takanini, Auckland

9-month fixed term contract
40 hours per week
Ability to move between the network

9-month fixed term contract
40 hours per week
Ability to move between the network

Grow your Vet Nurse career with the busy & dedicated team at Vet Associates Takanini!

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

29d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Retail Sales Assistant | Casual | St Lukes NZ

at Petstock Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Great benefits for you, your family & pets! (AUD)

Genuine commitment to your development
Team member, family & pet benefits across Petstock Group & Woolworths
Free access to mental health, financial & wellbeing support services

Genuine commitment to your development
Team member, family & pet benefits across Petstock Group & Woolworths
Free access to mental health, financial & wellbeing support services

Bring your previous customer focused experience & passion for animals to support the daily operations & success of our St Lukes NZ Store.

subClassification: Retail AssistantsRetail Assistants

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

13d ago

Listed one day ago

Kennel Assistant

at The Dog Bach Boarding Kennels

This is a Contract/Temp job

Makara, Wellington

$24 – $26 per hour

Is your passion dogs? Then why not apply for a job at The Dog Bach Boarding Kennels in Makara, Wellington.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Kaiwhakarite Kaupapa Māori (Māori Project and Equity Officer)

at Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists

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)

16d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei, Northland

Help maintain and enhance recreational and heritage assets across Whangārei
Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Full-time, fixed term opportunity through to March 2027 | Whangārei based

Help maintain and enhance recreational and heritage assets across Whangārei
Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Full-time, fixed term opportunity through to March 2027 | Whangārei based

Great opportunity to work in some of Northland's most beautiful environments

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

23h ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Veterinary Nurse (Maternity Cover) | Wainuiomata

at CareVets

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wainuiomata, Wellington

$27 – $30 per hour + benefits

10-month fixed-term role in an award-winning clinic
Skilled, supportive team with strong clinical support
Modern facilities with full lab and surgical capability

10-month fixed-term role in an award-winning clinic
Skilled, supportive team with strong clinical support
Modern facilities with full lab and surgical capability

Join an award-winning clinic in a 10-month role with a skilled team, modern facilities, and a varied, hands-on nursing caseload.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

21d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Experienced vet nurse opportunity - 18 month Parental Leave cover

at Vets North

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kumeu, Auckland

Experienced veterinary nurse in mixed animal practice, delivering excellent patient care, supporting teams, and building strong client relationships

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

17d ago

Listed two days ago

Te Āpiti Manawatū Gorge Ranger (Fixed Term | Full + Part Time)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$65070 - $75981 p.a. (FTE)

12 month Fixed Term Contract, early July 2026 commencement
Multiple positions available - Full or Part time - tell us what works for you!
Based in Palmerston North

12 month Fixed Term Contract, early July 2026 commencement
Multiple positions available - Full or Part time - tell us what works for you!
Based in Palmerston North

Diverse, hands-on Biodiversity Ranger opportunity protecting taonga species through pest control and community engagement in the Manawatū Gorge.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Medical Doctor / General Practitioner (NZ-registered)

at Everlab

This is a Contract/Temp job

Meadowbank, Auckland(Remote)

Flexible hours, remote work, competitive pay

Practice personalised preventative healthcare
Flexible hours
Remote work

Practice personalised preventative healthcare
Flexible hours
Remote work

Join as one of Everlab's first NZ doctors. Work fully remote, set your own hours, and earn $150-200/hr NZD.

subClassification: General PractitionersGeneral Practitioners

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Category Specialist (Fixed-Term) - Retail

at Animates

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

Grow your career with a purpose‑driven Kiwi brand!
Felxible working, with options to work remotley 3 days a week!
Excellent benefits & Generous Discounts to use at our Stores & Vet Clinics!

Grow your career with a purpose‑driven Kiwi brand!
Felxible working, with options to work remotley 3 days a week!
Excellent benefits & Generous Discounts to use at our Stores & Vet Clinics!

Combine your love of animals and passion for all things retail, in this exciting Category Specialist position.

subClassification: BuyingBuying

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Biosecurity Field Operator

at DOWNER NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cromwell, Otago

Competitive Pay + Penal Rates!

Work outdoors across NZ's backcountry protecting native environments
Gain hands-on skills in pest control, GPS, and 4WD field operations
Training provided with strong team support while working away

Work outdoors across NZ's backcountry protecting native environments
Gain hands-on skills in pest control, GPS, and 4WD field operations
Training provided with strong team support while working away

Join Our Cromwell Team as a Biosecurity Field Operator delivering Pest Control Operations across the Lower South Island

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

1d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

AB Despatch Tech - Seasonal

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

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)

15d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Regional Representative — Central Otago - QEII National Trust Ngā Kairauhī Papa

at QEII National Trust

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown Central, Otago(Remote)

$60.20 per hour

Aotearoa’s leading private land conservation organisation
Work with a variety of ecosystem types and landscapes
Great work/life balance with contracting hours

Aotearoa’s leading private land conservation organisation
Work with a variety of ecosystem types and landscapes
Great work/life balance with contracting hours

Use your ecological experience to help grow Aotearoa’s private land conservation network in the Central Otago region.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

16h ago

Listed three days ago

Independent Soil Fertility & Nutrient Advisor

at Nutri-Link Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay(Remote)

$5,000 – $7,500 per month

Independent Contractors helping farmers with soil fertility, nutrient management and sustainable farming. Using science to give the best results.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

3d ago

Listed eight days ago

RMO Daily Operations Advisor - Waitematā District (Fixed Term)

at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

North Shore Hospital, Waitematā District
Fixed-term role for 12 months
Comprehensive training and ongoing support

North Shore Hospital, Waitematā District
Fixed-term role for 12 months
Comprehensive training and ongoing support

Deliver exceptional customer service, support the junior doctor workforce, and play a vital role in ensuring safe, effective healthcare delivery.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

8d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Reserves Manager Waikato

at NZ Native Forest Restoration Trust (NFRT)

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Remote)

Lead restoration work plans in native ecosystems as Reserve Manager for the NFRTs Waikato reserves

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

28d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Medical Loan Kits Technician

at Synergy Consulting Group 2008 Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$27 – $30 per hour

Immediate start, 12 mth contract
Mt Wellington based
Competitive hourly rate

Immediate start, 12 mth contract
Mt Wellington based
Competitive hourly rate

Join a supportive team and play a key role in helping hospitals deliver great care - a pick and packing role with a difference

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

13d ago

Listed six days ago

Restoration Site Assistant

at Kaipatiki Project Inc

This is a Contract/Temp job

Birkdale, Auckland

Living Wage Rate

We’re looking for a practical, hands-on Restoration Site Assistant to help care for and maintain our local planting sites.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

6d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Bay of Plenty - Virtual GP

at Green Cross Health Medical Solutions Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whakatane, Bay of Plenty(Remote)

Virtual consults with robust support
Flexible sessions
Supporting a solid VLCA practice

Virtual consults with robust support
Flexible sessions
Supporting a solid VLCA practice

Enjoy the flexibility of virtual sessions while being part of a supportive practice team!

subClassification: General PractitionersGeneral Practitioners

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

19h ago

Listed seven days ago

Allied Health Professionals-Mental Health Roles Flexible Contractor

at Talking Cure Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei Central, Northland(Hybrid)

Flexible contractor work-Choose your hours and caseload
Consistent referrals from an established ACC Sensitive Claims Supplier
Supportive team with peer support and onboarding into the ACC processes

Flexible contractor work-Choose your hours and caseload
Consistent referrals from an established ACC Sensitive Claims Supplier
Supportive team with peer support and onboarding into the ACC processes

Join a multidisciplinary team supporting clients experiencing mental health and trauma-related challenges.

subClassification: Physiotherapy, OT & RehabilitationPhysiotherapy, OT & Rehabilitation

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

7d ago

Listed sixteen days 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)

16d ago

Listed three days ago

Registered Nurse — IV Infusion Therapy

at Nandish Healthcare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Howick, Auckland

From $40 per hour + Commission

Join a premium multidisciplinary clinic in Auckland delivering wellness, performance, and recovery infusions to a private clientele.

subClassification: Nursing - General Medical & SurgicalNursing - General Medical & Surgical

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

3d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Remote GP Inbox Support

at Green Cross Health Medical Solutions Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Remote)

Providing GP inbox management and repeat prescriptions
2 to 5 hours daily, Monday to Friday
Can be based anywhere in NZ

Providing GP inbox management and repeat prescriptions
2 to 5 hours daily, Monday to Friday
Can be based anywhere in NZ

Non patient facing role providing inbox practice support with supportive practices!

subClassification: General PractitionersGeneral Practitioners

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

20d ago

Listed nine days ago

Ranger (Seasonal Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Twizel, Canterbury

Be an integral part of the kakī recovery team over the busy summer period

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Registered Nurse Inpatient Ward (Orthopaedic, Spinal, Plastics, ENT) Fixed Term

at Braemar Hospital

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato

We’re currently seeking part-time Registered Nurses to join our high calibre, supportive team providing pre and post-operative care to patients.

subClassification: Nursing - General Medical & SurgicalNursing - General Medical & Surgical

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Molecular Biology Technician (Fixed Term 6 months)

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

6-month Fixed Term opportunity, join Earth Sciences NZ's molecular biology team
Expand your molecular biology skills and experience
Contribute to environmental science to benefit Aotearoa New Zealand

6-month Fixed Term opportunity, join Earth Sciences NZ's molecular biology team
Expand your molecular biology skills and experience
Contribute to environmental science to benefit Aotearoa New Zealand

We are looking for an experienced laboratory technician to join our molecular biology team on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

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