17 Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Clinical Project Officer – 13-month fixed-term parental leave contract

at Australian Rheumatology Association

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Remote)

$70 per hour

Work from home
Flexible working conditions

Work from home
Flexible working conditions

Are you a pharmacist or other health professional looking for something different?

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

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This is a featured job

TAFE Teacher, Early Childhood

at Federation University Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ballarat, Ballarat & Central Highlands VIC

$82526 - $117008 p.a. + up to 14% super

Full-time, fixed-term appointment until February 2028
Based at our Mt Helen Campus in Ballarat
Work in a collaborative team environment

Full-time, fixed-term appointment until February 2028
Based at our Mt Helen Campus in Ballarat
Work in a collaborative team environment

Teach across Diploma and Certificate programs in the Early Childhood education and care qualifications.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

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Listed one day ago

Admissions Officer

at University of Wollongong

This is a Contract/Temp job

Figtree, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW

$84002 - $94998 p.a. + + 17% superannuation

Fixed Term, full-time appointment (12-month appointment)
Level 5: $84,002 - $94,998 + 17% Superannuation

Fixed Term, full-time appointment (12-month appointment)
Level 5: $84,002 - $94,998 + 17% Superannuation

Admissions and Compliance Division

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Data Scientist

at Seven

This is a Contract/Temp job

Eveleigh, Sydney NSW

Join Australia's favourite news, sports and entertainment network!
Turn data into insights that power smarter business moves
Work alongside a fun, dynamic, and diverse team in a collaborative environment

Join Australia's favourite news, sports and entertainment network!
Turn data into insights that power smarter business moves
Work alongside a fun, dynamic, and diverse team in a collaborative environment

Are you ready to transform data into actionable insights that will shape smarter decisions across the business?

subClassification: Mathematics, Statistics & Information SciencesMathematics, Statistics & Information Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Clinical Project Officer – 13-month fixed-term parental leave contract

at Australian Rheumatology Association

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Remote)

$70 per hour

Work from home
Flexible working conditions

Work from home
Flexible working conditions

Are you a pharmacist or other health professional looking for something different?

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

2027 Apprentice Program - Mechanical Fitter & Machinist

at Tomago Aluminium Company Pty Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Do you have a keen interest in a Mechanical Trades career within heavy industry?
Great training. Great pay. Great roster. Great location!
January 2027 commencement, 4-year apprenticeship

Do you have a keen interest in a Mechanical Trades career within heavy industry?
Great training. Great pay. Great roster. Great location!
January 2027 commencement, 4-year apprenticeship

At Tomago Aluminium, we value diversity and inclusion, offer world-class training and support your future in a Mechanical trade.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

2027 Apprentice Program - Electrical

at Tomago Aluminium Company Pty Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Do you have a keen interest in an Electrical Trades career within heavy industry
Great training. Great pay. Great roster. Great location!
January 2027 commencement, 4-year apprenticeship

Do you have a keen interest in an Electrical Trades career within heavy industry
Great training. Great pay. Great roster. Great location!
January 2027 commencement, 4-year apprenticeship

At Tomago Aluminium, we value diversity and inclusion, offer world-class training and support your future in an Electrical trade.

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Client Services & Administration Officer

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Werribee, Melbourne VIC

super 17%

Coordinate front-of-house reception, triaging client enquiries
Manage complex appointment scheduling, admissions, discharges, ambulatory visits
Support staff rostering, inventory coordination

Coordinate front-of-house reception, triaging client enquiries
Manage complex appointment scheduling, admissions, discharges, ambulatory visits
Support staff rostering, inventory coordination

Coordinate client services and administration for a busy equine teaching hospital

subClassification: Client & Sales AdministrationClient & Sales Administration

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

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Research Fellow, Gut Brain Axis

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carlton, Melbourne VIC

$87266 - $118416 p.a. + plus 17% super

DARPA-funded neuromodulation project at the gut-brain interface
Shape gut-brain axis science and accelerate your research career
Benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs

DARPA-funded neuromodulation project at the gut-brain interface
Shape gut-brain axis science and accelerate your research career
Benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs

University-based academic research role with primary focus on research and research training.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Senior Research Officer, Community Engagement

at JCU: James Cook University, Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Atherton, Cairns & Far North QLD(Remote)

$112,810 - $133,110 + 17% super & great benefits

Fixed term contract to 31 May 2027 with the possibility of extension
Flexible appointment: 0.6 - 1.0 FTE (21.75 - 36.25 hours per week)
Based in either Cairns or Atherton Tablelands

Fixed term contract to 31 May 2027 with the possibility of extension
Flexible appointment: 0.6 - 1.0 FTE (21.75 - 36.25 hours per week)
Based in either Cairns or Atherton Tablelands

Support FNQ Connect implementation, strengthening disability and rehabilitation services in FNQ via place-based, community-led approach.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

16h ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Activations Officer

at JCU: James Cook University, Australia

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

Full-time fixed term opportunity - 36.25 hours per week
A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions

Full-time fixed term opportunity - 36.25 hours per week
A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions

Delivering engaging events, sponsorship activations and social media initiatives that bring JCU’s brand to life

subClassification: Marketing Assistants/CoordinatorsMarketing Assistants/Coordinators

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

18h ago

Listed five days ago

Apprentice Gardener

at Latrobe City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Morwell, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC

1st Year 55% of Band 3 salary - $37,464.28

Begin your career in horticulture
1st Year 55% of Band 3 salary - $37,464.28 p/a plus industry allowance and super

Begin your career in horticulture
1st Year 55% of Band 3 salary - $37,464.28 p/a plus industry allowance and super

Latrobe City Council is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to begin their career in horticulture.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed five hours ago

Research Associate

at Curtin University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$104,917 - $112,487 (ALA.6 - ALA.8) + 17% super

4-year fixed term, full-time contract until 31 Dec 2030 (+ possible extension)
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse team fostering inclusivity, innovation, collaboration & sustainability

4-year fixed term, full-time contract until 31 Dec 2030 (+ possible extension)
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse team fostering inclusivity, innovation, collaboration & sustainability

Advance climate‑positive solutions by decoding how native plants, microbes and minerals stabilise soil carbon.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5h ago

Listed five days ago

Strategic Planner

at City of Swan

This is a Contract/Temp job

Midland, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$91,194.72 - $108,194.90 per annum

Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17%
Flexible hours, allowing employees to accommodate personal commitments
Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, LG Public Holiday

Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17%
Flexible hours, allowing employees to accommodate personal commitments
Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, LG Public Holiday

Seeking a Strategic Planner for a part-time role (up to 61 hrs/fortnight) through April 2027, with flexible, hybrid work options and adjustable hours.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed two days ago

Student Communications Officer

at University of Newcastle

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

• Shape the student experience through various channels
Build relationships with stakeholders across the University
17% super, generous leave and wellbeing programs

• Shape the student experience through various channels
Build relationships with stakeholders across the University
17% super, generous leave and wellbeing programs

Shape the student experience through timely and meaningful communications

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Exams Operations Officer

at University of Wollongong

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wollongong, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW

$84002 - $94998 p.a. + 17% superannuation

Great Work Life Balance
Generous 17% Employee Superannuation Contribution
Supported Career Progression

Great Work Life Balance
Generous 17% Employee Superannuation Contribution
Supported Career Progression

This role ensures exams are delivered on time, within policy, and with a strong focus on student experience and operational excellence.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Medical Receptionist

at Myhealth Kurrajong Village

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kurrajong, Richmond & Hawkesbury NSW

$25 – $29 per hour depending on experience

Hours required 17-20 per week, must be available to fill in during holidays/ sick leave. Needed for Mon/Wed/ Thurs. Applications close 30/4/26

subClassification: Medical AdministrationMedical Administration

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

20d ago

Listed six days ago

Project Manager - Centres of Excellence

at Charles Darwin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

$108,349 - $122,491 + 17% superannuation

Fixed Term, Full Time Appointment | Three-year contract until 2029
Competitive salary + 17% superannuation + 6 weeks annual leave
Based at our Casuarina Campus |Darwin NT

Fixed Term, Full Time Appointment | Three-year contract until 2029
Competitive salary + 17% superannuation + 6 weeks annual leave
Based at our Casuarina Campus |Darwin NT

Drive the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of CDU-led initiatives under the Regional and Remote Essential Care Services project

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Lecturer, Nursing

at Federation University Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Churchill, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC

$116527 - $137981 p.a. + up to 17% superannuation

Work locally at our Gippsland Campus
Part-time (0.5FTE), fixed-term appointment
Academic Level B - $116,527 p.a. (pro rata) plus up to 17% superannuation

Work locally at our Gippsland Campus
Part-time (0.5FTE), fixed-term appointment
Academic Level B - $116,527 p.a. (pro rata) plus up to 17% superannuation

Actively engage in teaching and student engagement related activities within the discipline of Nursing.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Academic Programs Coordinator

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$100847 - $109163 p.a. + 17% super

Academic programs coordination supporting Melbourne Dental School
Collaborative, improvement-focused role; enhance student experience
17% super + benefits, wellbeing programs, and development opportunities

Academic programs coordination supporting Melbourne Dental School
Collaborative, improvement-focused role; enhance student experience
17% super + benefits, wellbeing programs, and development opportunities

Coordinate high-quality dental programs that support future oral health professionals at Melbourne Dental School.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

Listed six days ago

TAFE Teacher, Early Childhood

at Federation University Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ballarat, Ballarat & Central Highlands VIC

$82526 - $117008 p.a. + up to 14% super

Full-time, fixed-term appointment until February 2028
Based at our Mt Helen Campus in Ballarat
Work in a collaborative team environment

Full-time, fixed-term appointment until February 2028
Based at our Mt Helen Campus in Ballarat
Work in a collaborative team environment

Teach across Diploma and Certificate programs in the Early Childhood education and care qualifications.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Educator Early Childhood Teacher

at Central Coast Council NSW

This is a Contract/Temp job

Umina Beach, Gosford & Central Coast NSW

Temporary Part Time 14 hours per week (Thursday and Friday)

Temporary Part Time 14 hours per week (Thursday and Friday)

Passionate about early learning? Join Council as an Early Childhood Teacher and help build a strong, resilient community.

subClassification: Teaching - Early ChildhoodTeaching - Early Childhood

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

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