Water Quality Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Site Manager / Site Foreman (Invercargill or nearby)

This is a Contract/Temp job

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

Join Apex Water as a Site Manager - lead major projects, run high-performing teams, drive safety, and deliver critical infrastructure across NZ!

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

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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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Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Laboratory Assistant

at SGS New Zealand

Expiring soon

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)

30d+ ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Commercial & Operations Analyst

at Smart Environmental

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland(Hybrid)

Work in a dynamic, operational setting where your insights matter day-to-day.
Partner with operational teams and leaders across the business.
Take ownership and drive improvements from insight through to outcome.

Work in a dynamic, operational setting where your insights matter day-to-day.
Partner with operational teams and leaders across the business.
Take ownership and drive improvements from insight through to outcome.

We’re looking for a data-driven analyst to support operations, turning insights into practical, business-focused decisions.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

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

15d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Site Manager / Site Foreman (Invercargill or nearby)

at Apex Water Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill Central, Southland

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

Join Apex Water as a Site Manager - lead major projects, run high-performing teams, drive safety, and deliver critical infrastructure across NZ!

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

23d ago

Listed eight days ago

NIR Lab Quality Technologist

at Eclipse Recruitment Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

Hands-on lab/quality role in food manufacturing
Supportive, friendly team with great culture
8-10 month contract | Penrose location

Hands-on lab/quality role in food manufacturing
Supportive, friendly team with great culture
8-10 month contract | Penrose location

Hands-on lab & quality role in food manufacturing. Join a supportive team in Penrose. 8-10 month contract with variety and learning.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Process Engineer

at Endless Metals

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

$90,000 – $100,000 per year

Be part of an exciting growing business full of opportunities
Be part of a great team who love a laugh while they work.
Come join us and learn about the exciting metal recycling industry!

Be part of an exciting growing business full of opportunities
Be part of a great team who love a laugh while they work.
Come join us and learn about the exciting metal recycling industry!

This is a unique opportunity to embed yourself in a hands-on industrial environment, apply your engineering knowledge, and make a real difference.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed fifteen 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)

15d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Site Engineer

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$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)

30d+ ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Sales Consultant - Contractor

at HRV NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Onehunga, Auckland

Qualified appointments provided so you can focus on consulting and sales

Qualified appointments provided so you can focus on consulting and sales

Join HRV as an Independent Contractor Sales Consultant and help Kiwi homeowners find the right water filtration and water quality solutions!

subClassification: Sales Representatives/ConsultantsSales Representatives/Consultants

classification: Sales(Sales)

16d ago

Listed eleven 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)

11d ago

Listed two days 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)

2d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Civil Site Supervisor - Infrastructure

at KINGS RECRUITMENT LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$90,000 – $120,000 per year + Ute and Medical

• Great Money, Vehicle, Medical Contribution $1500
• Be part of creating an environmentally sustainable future for NZ
• Supportive down-to-earth team that just gets stuff done

• Great Money, Vehicle, Medical Contribution $1500
• Be part of creating an environmentally sustainable future for NZ
• Supportive down-to-earth team that just gets stuff done

Opp to be part of sustainable projects delivering environmental solutions that will stand the test of time and shape communities across the NZ

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed six days ago

Civil Engineering Technician / Engineering Geologist Technician

at Envitech Projects NZ Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pukekohe, Auckland(Hybrid)

Civil Engineering Technician / Engineering Geologist Technician with CAD experience

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Assistant Project Manager | Newmarket

at Metlifecare

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

12-month fixed term contract
Work on a large, confirmed pipeline with one of New Zealand's biggest developers
Flexible working arrangements

12-month fixed term contract
Work on a large, confirmed pipeline with one of New Zealand's biggest developers
Flexible working arrangements

12 month fixed term contract Work on a large, confirmed pipeline

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

25d ago

Listed one day ago

Laboratory Informatician

at PHF Science

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Flexible working options to support balancing work and non-work commitments
Four weeks annual leave, plus two additional annual leave days
Access to employee health schemes, social events and wellbeing initiatives

Flexible working options to support balancing work and non-work commitments
Four weeks annual leave, plus two additional annual leave days
Access to employee health schemes, social events and wellbeing initiatives

We are looking for up to two Laboratory Informaticians to join our Data & Informatics Team within the Health Security business group.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Business Services Administrator (Legal & Commercial)

at Bay of Plenty Regional Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Busy administration role with interesting and varied work
Two-year fixed term employment contract
Flexible working – work from home and the office

Busy administration role with interesting and varied work
Two-year fixed term employment contract
Flexible working – work from home and the office

Are you looking for a fresh challenge in a vibrant and busy team? Are you an admin guru that can turn your hand to anything? Then we need you!

subClassification: Corporate & Commercial LawCorporate & Commercial Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

8d ago

Listed four days ago

Maintenance Technician - 18 months contract

at KoruTalent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pokeno, Waikato

$50 - $55 per hour | 18-month contract | 4 on 4 off (days and nights)
Fitter, Electrician, Millwright - step into a true "fix anything, anywhere" role
oin a world-class dairy site during major expansion with a supportive team

$50 - $55 per hour | 18-month contract | 4 on 4 off (days and nights)
Fitter, Electrician, Millwright - step into a true "fix anything, anywhere" role
oin a world-class dairy site during major expansion with a supportive team

Be the go-to maintenance problem solver at A2 Nutritional in Pokeno. High variety, high pressure, and no two days the same

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Advisor Science Medicines Assessor

at Ministry of Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Range of $83,586 to $92,874 based on experience

Fixed Term | Wellington based position | until 1 June 2027
Provide high quality advice on quality, safety and efficacy of medicines
Assess pharmaceutical submissions against requirements - NZ and internationally

Fixed Term | Wellington based position | until 1 June 2027
Provide high quality advice on quality, safety and efficacy of medicines
Assess pharmaceutical submissions against requirements - NZ and internationally

Evaluate the quality of new and changed medicines for the NZ public

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed four 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)

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

Restoration Site Assistant

at Kaipatiki Project Inc

Expiring soon

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)

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Product Technologist

at Hilton Foods New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wiri, Auckland

6 month maternity leave cover
Inclusive, team first company, our people are at the core of everything we do
Excellent package and benefits

6 month maternity leave cover
Inclusive, team first company, our people are at the core of everything we do
Excellent package and benefits

Join our WIRI site as a Process Technologist and bring innovative food ideas to life.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Operations Support Specialist

at Channel Infrastructure NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

One Tree Point, Northland

- Competitive remuneration package
High-impact role on a major redevelopment with room to grow

- Competitive remuneration package
High-impact role on a major redevelopment with room to grow

Provide operational support to deliver the Marsden Point site redevelopment.

subClassification: Oil & Gas - OperationsOil & Gas - Operations

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

23d ago

Listed eighteen 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)

18d ago

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Document Controller

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wiri, Auckland

Immediate start position based in South Auckland.
Great rates of pay on offer.
Reputable company which offers a great culture and support.

Immediate start position based in South Auckland.
Great rates of pay on offer.
Reputable company which offers a great culture and support.

Streamline production. Fix broken batch docs. Make a real impact—fast.

Recruited bySarah Coad

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Site Engineer

at AWF

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hutt Central, Wellington

Long term opportunity + Career growth potential!
Competitive weekly pay + PPE provided
Help to shape Wellington's Future!!

Long term opportunity + Career growth potential!
Competitive weekly pay + PPE provided
Help to shape Wellington's Future!!

Experienced Civil Site Engineer delivering safe, high‑quality civil projects, coordinating teams, subcontractors and site operations end to end.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Property Project Manager

at Kinetic

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work with a leading public transport provider
Opportunities for career progression
Competitive salary

Work with a leading public transport provider
Opportunities for career progression
Competitive salary

We’re now looking for an experienced Property Project Manager to join our team on an 18-month fixed-term contract to help deliver this programme.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

15d ago

Listed eight days ago

Business Coordinator

at Tauranga City Council

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Fixed‑term role where you can contribute immediately and add value fast
Hands‑on admin and coordination supporting busy library operations
Varied work across reporting, records, customer enquiries and finance support

Fixed‑term role where you can contribute immediately and add value fast
Hands‑on admin and coordination supporting busy library operations
Varied work across reporting, records, customer enquiries and finance support

6‑month fixed‑term role supporting library services—ideal if you enjoy jumping in, supporting a busy team and making an impact quickly

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

8d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

HSE Advisor

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$120,000 – $135,000 per year

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

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

We are seeking an Experienced HSE Advisor to maintain our company culture focused on Safety and Zero Harm principles and join our growing team!

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment

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

30d+ ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Project Manager

at Moriori Imi Settlement Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Rare opportunity to lead a Moriori waka project on Rēkohu/Chatham Islands working across culture, heritage and recovery

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

15d ago

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