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

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Technician - Agriculture Sample Reception

at Hill Labs

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

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)

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Listed twenty one days ago

Customer Care Agent - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

at Petdirect

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)

21d ago

Listed three days ago

Technician - Agriculture Sample Reception

at Hill Labs

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)

3d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Vegetable Harvesting Staff

at Solar Produce Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Vegetable Harvesting & Planting staff

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

21d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Production Animal Veterinarian

at Totally Vets Limited

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)

21d ago

Listed twenty one 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)

21d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Product Assessor

at Zespri International Limited

Expiring soon

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)

14d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Vet Nurse | Vet Associates Takanini

at VetPartners - New Zealand

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)

21d ago

Listed fourteen 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)

14d ago

Listed ten 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)

10d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Massey University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North, Manawatu

$60069 - $84876 p.a.

Perform accurate routine analyses in a fast-paced nutrition lab
Support quality, safety, SOPs, and compliance with minimal supervision
Collaborate, manage samples, equipment, and data to meet deadlines

Perform accurate routine analyses in a fast-paced nutrition lab
Support quality, safety, SOPs, and compliance with minimal supervision
Collaborate, manage samples, equipment, and data to meet deadlines

Join Massey University's Nutrition Lab as a Technician supporting high-quality analysis, research, and teaching in a collaborative Manawatū team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed two 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)

2d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Stud Groom - Matamata

at Westbury Stud

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Matamata, Waikato

We’re looking for experienced Stud Grooms to join our Matamata team on a seasonal basis.

subClassification: Farm LabourFarm Labour

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

29d ago

Listed nine days ago

QA Team Lead

at Zespri International Limited

Expiring soon

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)

9d ago

Listed seven 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)

7d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Laboratory Technician

at DB Breweries Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Join us at DB Waitematā Brewery as a Laboratory Technician in our quality‑driven team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Nail Technician/Beauty Therapist

at Nail Envy By Nicole

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cambridge, Waikato

$27 – $30 per hour

Experienced Nail Tech wanted! Enjoy flexible hours, no weekends, and a supportive team with a loyal client base.

subClassification: Hair & Beauty ServicesHair & Beauty Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

29d ago

Listed two days ago

Content Writer - Agriculture & Horticulture

at New Zealand Management Academies Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

3–6 month remote contract, NZ-wide applicants welcome
Brand-new Level 2 Primary Industry Skills programme
Create lesson plans, workbooks, and learning resources

3–6 month remote contract, NZ-wide applicants welcome
Brand-new Level 2 Primary Industry Skills programme
Create lesson plans, workbooks, and learning resources

Create engaging agriculture and horticulture content and help shape future learners across Aotearoa.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Maintenance Fitter

at Ravensdown Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Napier South, Hawkes Bay

$40 - $45

Hands‑on maintenance role across plant & mechanical equipment
Bring your safety focused attitude to our team
A positive and supportive work environment

Hands‑on maintenance role across plant & mechanical equipment
Bring your safety focused attitude to our team
A positive and supportive work environment

Join our Napier site as a Maintenance Fitter on a 24‑month fixed term contract, working across our diverse plant

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11h ago

Listed eight days ago

Marketing Coordinator

at Anexa Veterinary Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Morrinsville, Waikato

• A role with real autonomy
• True creative ownership
• A team that feels like family

• A role with real autonomy
• True creative ownership
• A team that feels like family

Use your creativity to continue to shape Anexa’s brand — a 6‑month Marketing Coordinator role based in Morrinsville.

subClassification: Marketing Assistants/CoordinatorsMarketing Assistants/Coordinators

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Technician Logistics Support – 3x Fixed Term – Palmerston North

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Enjoy a varied and dynamic work environment where no two days are the same
Join a dedicated, professional and high-performance team
Salary range $59,674 - $66,304 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Enjoy a varied and dynamic work environment where no two days are the same
Join a dedicated, professional and high-performance team
Salary range $59,674 - $66,304 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Use your practical skills and problem-solving ability to support the maintenance, operation, and readiness of equipment.

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Vehicle Delivery Specialist

at AB Equipment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

12 Month fixed-term contract
Dynamic, Varied, and Engaging – Build an enjoyable career
Central Auckland Location - Outstanding team culture

12 Month fixed-term contract
Dynamic, Varied, and Engaging – Build an enjoyable career
Central Auckland Location - Outstanding team culture

Dynamic, Varied, and Engaging – Build an enjoyable career

subClassification: OtherOther

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

11h ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Reserves Manager Waikato

at NZ Native Forest Restoration Trust (NFRT)

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)

21d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Expedition Leader

at Elite & Personal Tours Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown Central, Otago

Our Expedition Leaders are among the best in the business. They are highly educated naturalists and experienced guides.

subClassification: Tour GuidesTour Guides

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

15d ago

Listed two days ago

Fixed Term Digitisation Technicians

at New Zealand Micrographic Services Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Eden Terrace, Auckland

Our Auckland team are looking for people to join us on fixed term contracts to work on exciting projects in the cultural heritage sector

subClassification: PhotographyPhotography

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Loan Kit Technician

at Johnson & Johnson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

1 year contract potential to extend
Exciting learning opportunity
Recent graduates welcome!

1 year contract potential to extend
Exciting learning opportunity
Recent graduates welcome!

If you are looking to learn more about the pharmaceutical industry and want to be a part of a fast paced team, we encourage you to apply!

subClassification: Pharmaceuticals & Medical DevicesPharmaceuticals & Medical Devices

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

8d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Deep Sea Fishing Crew – General Hand (Independent Contractor)

at Sanford

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Life at sea is never the same two days - and as a General Hand, you'll be part of the crew that makes it all happen.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

15d ago

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