2nd Year Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

This is a featured job

Train Control Systems (TCS) Lead

at V/Line Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Drive the Future of Rail Technology
3 Year Fixed-Term, Full-Time Contract
Based at 452 Flinders Street, Melbourne

Drive the Future of Rail Technology
3 Year Fixed-Term, Full-Time Contract
Based at 452 Flinders Street, Melbourne

As the Train Control Systems (TCS) Lead, you are integral to the success of V/Line’s Projects Group.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

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

Featured•Expiring

This is a featured job

Gambling Help Counsellor and Educator

at UnitingCare Community

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$51 per hour + Super + NFP Salary Packaging

Values-based organisation fostering individual learning & development
Access to rewards platform – Enjoy employee discounts at hundreds of retailers
Rewarding employment opportunity, making a difference in your local community

Values-based organisation fostering individual learning & development
Access to rewards platform – Enjoy employee discounts at hundreds of retailers
Rewarding employment opportunity, making a difference in your local community

Provide empathetic and non-judgmental gambling counselling to individuals, their families and significant others. Make a meaningful difference.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

Featured

Listed twenty one hours ago

Partnerships Coordinator (6 month, fixed-term contract)

at Melbourne Storm Rugby League Club Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Richmond, Melbourne VIC

Work in a high performing, driven team.
Support the commercial department to achieve success.
Grow and develop your career within the sporting industry.

Work in a high performing, driven team.
Support the commercial department to achieve success.
Grow and develop your career within the sporting industry.

Great opportunity for someone to take the next step in the career, in a high-performance working environment.

subClassification: Event ManagementEvent Management

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

21h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Carpentry Apprentices (2nd-4th year)

at AGA

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Morwell, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC

Award wages

Apprentice Wellness Program – Investing in your Wellbeing from day one
Work across renovations, extensions, framing, fix‑out and decking
Must have licence, own tools and White Card

Apprentice Wellness Program – Investing in your Wellbeing from day one
Work across renovations, extensions, framing, fix‑out and decking
Must have licence, own tools and White Card

Join our team as a 2nd–4th year Carpenter working on renos and extensions. Framing, fix‑out, decking. Licence, tools and White Card required.

subClassification: Carpentry & Cabinet MakingCarpentry & Cabinet Making

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

14d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Undergraduate Student Engineer

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nerang, Gold Coast QLD

Superannuation

An eager engineering student looking to gain valuable experience

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Careers Advisor

at Kaplan Business School

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$75K FTE plus super plus great benefits

Fixed-term contract (Parental Leave Cover)
Part-time (3–4 days per week) or full-time considered
26 days’ annual leave (pro-rata), including one for your birthday

Fixed-term contract (Parental Leave Cover)
Part-time (3–4 days per week) or full-time considered
26 days’ annual leave (pro-rata), including one for your birthday

Supporting student employability, professional identity, and career confidence

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Automotive Electrical Apprenticeship (2nd, 3rd or 4th yr)

at AGA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Laverton North, Melbourne VIC

Apprentice Wellness Program – Investing in your Wellbeing from day one
Earn while you learn and build a successful career
BONUS PPE and Starter Pack (eligibility required)

Apprentice Wellness Program – Investing in your Wellbeing from day one
Earn while you learn and build a successful career
BONUS PPE and Starter Pack (eligibility required)

Rev up your career in Automotive Electrical Technology! Unlock your potential with AGA's exciting apprenticeship. Drive your future - apply now!

subClassification: Automotive TradesAutomotive Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Carpentry Apprentices (2nd-4th year) - Launceston

at Work & Training Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Launceston, Launceston & North East TAS

National Apprenticeship Wage applies

🔨Out of Trade 🔨Carpentry Apprentices (2nd–4th Year) – Launceston

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

22d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Expressions of interest — join our 2026 Law Clerk Talent Community

at Cowell Clarke

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Competitive hrly rate+excellent training+mentoring

National law firm. Gain hands-on experience working with experienced lawyers
Opportunity to be involved in legal research, drafting and supporting lawyers
Seeking ambitious law students in their second (or later) year of study

National law firm. Gain hands-on experience working with experienced lawyers
Opportunity to be involved in legal research, drafting and supporting lawyers
Seeking ambitious law students in their second (or later) year of study

Looking for a Law Clerk role? Register your interest to be considered for opportunities at Cowell Clarke as they arise throughout the year.

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Painter

at Private Advertiser

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Race Painting is looking for a 1st or 2nd year apprentice and an experienced Painter to join the team in Bayside Melbourne

subClassification: Painters & Sign WritersPainters & Sign Writers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Systems Engineer Internship

at Northrop Grumman Australia Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Edinburgh, Adelaide SA

Hands‑on Defence aviation experience
Work across engineering disciplines
Real engineering impact

Hands‑on Defence aviation experience
Work across engineering disciplines
Real engineering impact

Put your systems engineering studies into practice supporting real Defence aviation operations

subClassification: Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17h ago

Listed eight days ago

Train Control Systems (TCS) Lead

at V/Line Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Drive the Future of Rail Technology
3 Year Fixed-Term, Full-Time Contract
Based at 452 Flinders Street, Melbourne

Drive the Future of Rail Technology
3 Year Fixed-Term, Full-Time Contract
Based at 452 Flinders Street, Melbourne

As the Train Control Systems (TCS) Lead, you are integral to the success of V/Line’s Projects Group.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

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

8d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

New to Industry Miners

at Anglo American

This is a Contract/Temp job

Moranbah, Mackay & Coalfields QLD

7 on, 7 off roster
Strong earning potential from day one
Open the door to a long‑term career in mining

7 on, 7 off roster
Strong earning potential from day one
Open the door to a long‑term career in mining

Entry-level role into the mining industry with no qualifications necessary, offering a two-year fixed term contract.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

12d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Carpentry Apprenticeship (2nd, 3rd or 4th years only) | Domestic

at AGA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Alphington, Melbourne VIC

Apprentice Wellness Program – Investing in your Wellbeing from day one
Earn while you learn and build a successful career
BONUS PPE and Starter Pack (eligibility required)

Apprentice Wellness Program – Investing in your Wellbeing from day one
Earn while you learn and build a successful career
BONUS PPE and Starter Pack (eligibility required)

Join Australia’s most awarded builder as an Apprentice Carpenter and be rewarded with a nurturing career path.

subClassification: Carpentry & Cabinet MakingCarpentry & Cabinet Making

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen hours ago

Systems Engineer (Certification) Internship

at Northrop Grumman Australia Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Edinburgh, Adelaide SA

Real Defence engineering experience
Hands‑on systems exposure
Learn from specialists

Real Defence engineering experience
Hands‑on systems exposure
Learn from specialists

Get hands‑on experience in systems and certification engineering on a live Defence platform.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17h ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Registrar

at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fitzroy, Melbourne VIC

Excellent benefits including salary packaging
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Pro-active & supportive leadership

Excellent benefits including salary packaging
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Pro-active & supportive leadership

Supportive, inclusive ED team at St Vincent's Melbourne offering strong training and growth in a dynamic tertiary setting.

subClassification: Medical SpecialistsMedical Specialists

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

23h ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Family Day Care and In Home Child Care Coordinator - BEAUDESERT

at Beaucare

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Logan Village, Brisbane QLD

Experience a change of scenery working in Beaudesert in the beautiful Scenic Rim
Make a difference where it matters in the homes and lives of children & families
Not for profit salary packaging and additional benefits available

Experience a change of scenery working in Beaudesert in the beautiful Scenic Rim
Make a difference where it matters in the homes and lives of children & families
Not for profit salary packaging and additional benefits available

If you thrive on building strong relationships and supporting quality practice, we'd love to hear from you!

subClassification: Childcare & Outside School Hours CareChildcare & Outside School Hours Care

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

18h ago

Listed twelve days ago