Water Tech Contract Temp Jobs in All Canterbury, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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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)

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HV Electricians Te Aroha/Hamilton New Zealand

at Elecnor New Zealand Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Respectful and Supportive Management
Inclusive Team Environment
Excellent Rates of Pay

Respectful and Supportive Management
Inclusive Team Environment
Excellent Rates of Pay

High Voltage Electricians to support commissioning activities for our 150MW solar project based in the Waikato region of New Zealand.

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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Listed one day ago

Labourer

at Trade Assist

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

No experience required
Develop your skill set and take on a new opportunity
Get stuck into a hands on role

No experience required
Develop your skill set and take on a new opportunity
Get stuck into a hands on role

Come and join the crew and take on a new job working as a construction labourer on projects across Christchurch.

Recruited bySimon Williams

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Maintenance & Assessment Technician - Christchurch City

at Tech 5 Recruitment Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

NZD 35 per hour, Ongoing, Work Life Balance

Worklife Balance
Upskilling on site
8AM-4.30PM

Worklife Balance
Upskilling on site
8AM-4.30PM

Exciting opportunity for a skilled handy man looking for next step in their career!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Operations Coordinator

at HamiltonJet

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative engineering environment.
Be part of delivering electric and hybrid marine solutions.
Learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth.

Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative engineering environment.
Be part of delivering electric and hybrid marine solutions.
Learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth.

We are looking for a Project Operations Coordinator to support the coordination of procurement, ERP, and operational processes for our EHX Projects.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

1d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Landscaper

at Blokhaus

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Immediate start available.
Weekly Pay Cycle
Supportive and friendly team environment

Immediate start available.
Weekly Pay Cycle
Supportive and friendly team environment

Skilled Landscaper needed for a premier Christchurch-based crew specializing in high-end residential and commercial outdoor environments.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

9h ago

Listed four days ago

Assembly Technician

at CanRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

$26

Immediate start
Manufacturing Assembly
Work to life balance!

Immediate start
Manufacturing Assembly
Work to life balance!

Join a growing team at the forefront of clean technology!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Electricians In Antarctica

at Hays | Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Once in a lifetime Opportunity

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

Once in a life time Opportunity
Join a Team Like No Other, in a Place Like No Other.
Work for a reputable organisation

A once in a life time opportunity to work in the COOLEST place on, if you are a qualified electrician APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Service & Parts Coordinator

at Cultivate – SEEK Medium Agency of the Year 2023 & 2024

This is a Contract/Temp job

Islington, Canterbury

$33.65 + 8% holiday pay - paid weekly

Temp role, immediate start - ensure the smooth processing and delivery of orders
Weekly pay, Christchurch-based, leading national heating brand
Approx. 5 months through winter with a tight-knit, values-led team

Temp role, immediate start - ensure the smooth processing and delivery of orders
Weekly pay, Christchurch-based, leading national heating brand
Approx. 5 months through winter with a tight-knit, values-led team

Service & Parts Coordinator role supporting order processing, parts coordination, and delivery in a fast-paced HVAC environment.

Recruited byCharly Jones

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

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

14d ago

Listed one day ago

Warranty Processor

at Summit Business Advisory

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornby South, Canterbury

Well-established company with supportive and helpful staff
Warm, modern upstairs office with excellent staff facilities
Easy travel access, and parking available

Well-established company with supportive and helpful staff
Warm, modern upstairs office with excellent staff facilities
Easy travel access, and parking available

We are seeking a practical, detail-oriented Warranty Processor to support our Warranty Administrator in a fixed-term role.

subClassification: Automotive TradesAutomotive Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Skilled Labourers

at Managed Labour Hire

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive Pay: $24-$26/hr
Full and Part Time Hours
Variety of Roles

Competitive Pay: $24-$26/hr
Full and Part Time Hours
Variety of Roles

We have Temporary ongoing & Casual work available across multiple industries.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed eighteen 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)

18d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Civil Labourers

at Franklin Smith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canterbury

NZD 25 - 30 per hour

Multiple Opportunities Available
Opportunity for Permanent
Long Term Project Stability

Multiple Opportunities Available
Opportunity for Permanent
Long Term Project Stability

Kickstart your civil career! Labourers needed in Christchurch. Immediate starts, training provided. Licence & transport a must.

Recruited byHanne Quinn

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

19d ago

Listed five 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/$26 p/h & train into a skilled trade
Fast track to $35+ p/h within 12 months
Full training, bonuses & career progression

Start on $25/$26 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)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Construction- Civil Labourers

at Enterprise Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Experience based

Opportunity to grow with a small team
Contribute to Christchurch’s infrastructure development
Career Growth + Ongoing Opportunities

Opportunity to grow with a small team
Contribute to Christchurch’s infrastructure development
Career Growth + Ongoing Opportunities

Enterprise Recruitment supports top Canterbury construction projects and seeks motivated, reliable labourers to join our growing Christchurch team

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed six days ago

Register Now for Upcoming Roles!

at Stafford Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Access a wide range of upcoming roles across multiple industries
Suitable for entry‑level through to experienced candidates
Personal support and local opportunities through Stafford Recruitment

Access a wide range of upcoming roles across multiple industries
Suitable for entry‑level through to experienced candidates
Personal support and local opportunities through Stafford Recruitment

We are seeking motivated and reliable individuals to register for upcoming work opportunities.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Assembly Technicians

at Greenlight Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$26 per hour

Temp to perm opportunity
High-tech, clean manufacturing environment
Monday to Friday | Day shift hours

Temp to perm opportunity
High-tech, clean manufacturing environment
Monday to Friday | Day shift hours

We are currently seeking experienced Assembly Technicians to support a growing electrical assembly operation.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

12d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Skilled Labourer - Irrigation

at Diverse Recruit Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rangiora, Canterbury

40-50 hours per week on average (up to 50-60 hours during busy periods)
Competitive pay (depending on experience)
Stay away allowance plus meals and accommodation provided

40-50 hours per week on average (up to 50-60 hours during busy periods)
Competitive pay (depending on experience)
Stay away allowance plus meals and accommodation provided

We are currently seeking for a reliable labourer for farm irrigation installs and repairs across Canterbury. Short-term with potential to go permanent

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed nineteen days ago