Australian Water Engineers Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Sep 2026

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Director, Water Security, Policy and Planning

at Robert Walters

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Competitive remuneration

Join a committed and dynamic leadership team
Shape SA water policy and planning, linking strategy with effective delivery
Drive opportunities for innovation & growth in the South Australian water sector

Advance water security outcomes related to the use, management & conservation of SA's water resources

Recruited byElla Morgan

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Project Engineer

at Zinfra

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hume, Canberra ACT

Exceptional Benefits Package

Newly created role critical to successfully delivering work for a key client!
Industry leading purchased leave policy
Full-Time permanent opportunity Hume based

Fantastic opportunity to join an expanding business unit delivering critical work in the ACT

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

Featured

Listed seventeen days ago

Graduate engineer

at Veolia Australia & New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tomago, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW(Hybrid)

Base + Super + Benefits

Flexible hybrid working + fixed term contract to May 2027
Hands on experience across 6 water treatment facilities
Mentoring + professional development + clear progression pathways

Kickstart your engineering career with Veolia and gain invaluable experience in water treatment whilst making a real environmental impact.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed ten days ago

Sydney Water Internship Program 2027

at Sydney Water

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$78,731.33 p.a pro rata (plus super)

up to 11-week full-time paid internship (38 hours per week) Various opportunities across Greater Sydney locations Generous salary from $78,731.33 p

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Water Management Consultant

at Xenco Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Competitive daily rate

FIFO role
Longterm contract
Immediate start date available

Water Management Specialist wanted to drive dewatering strategy and water balance modelling for a major mining operator's planning team.

subClassification: Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Site Engineer

at Design & Build

This is a Contract/Temp job

Burpengary East, Brisbane QLD

Design & Build have partnered with a specialist in water and wastewater solutions to find an experienced Site Engineer for a contract opportunity.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Planning Engineer

at Hudson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

AUD 65 - 110 per hour

ABN & PAYG
Planning and Systems
Infrastructure Project Experience

Contribute to capital planning and project prioritisation

subClassification: Planning & SchedulingPlanning & Scheduling classification: Construction(Construction)

15d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Operations Process Engineer

at Seqwater

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Crosby, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Lead investigations and solve complex operational challenges
Optimise critical water infrastructure across SE Queensland
Deliver projects that improve performance and reliability

As Operations Process Engineer you will lead technical investigations and troubleshoot process issues

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Graduate - Environmental Water and Wetlands Project Officer

at Goulburn Broken CMA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Yea, Yarra Valley & High Country VIC(Hybrid)

Within Band 6 of the GB CMA Enterprise Agreement

Hands‑on, varied role with real impact | Community led organisation
Kick-start your career in environmental water and wetland management.
Based from Shepparton or Yea | Supportive, Flexible Organisation| Strong Values

Graduate Environmental Water and Wetlands position supporting planning, delivery, monitoring and reporting of environmental water and wetland projects

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Graduate - Environmental Water and Wetlands Project Officer

at Goulburn Broken CMA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Shepparton, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley VIC(Hybrid)

Within Band 6 of the GB CMA Enterprise Agreement

Hands‑on, varied role with real impact | Community led organisation
Kick-start your career in environmental water and wetland management.
Based from Shepparton or Yea | Supportive, Flexible Organisation| Strong Values

Graduate Environmental Water and Wetlands position supporting planning, delivery, monitoring and reporting of environmental water and wetland projects

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Water and Environment Advisor

at Intro Recruitment Solutions

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$78.62 per hour + super

6 month contract with possibility of extension
Support critical infrastructure projects for a State Government department
CBD location

Provide Expert Environmental Advice on Major Government Projects

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Director, Water Security, Policy and Planning

at Robert Walters

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Competitive remuneration

Join a committed and dynamic leadership team
Shape SA water policy and planning, linking strategy with effective delivery
Drive opportunities for innovation & growth in the South Australian water sector

Advance water security outcomes related to the use, management & conservation of SA's water resources

Recruited byElla Morgan

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Development Engineer - Contract - NSW Regional Council

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Public Sector People are seeking experienced Development Engineers for our NSW regional council clients

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed seven days ago

Project Engineer - Dewatering - 12 month contract

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

+ Super

Deliver essential dewatering and water infrastructure projects
Tier 1 mining - Supporting their mine site operations
Own technical assurance, consultant coordination and project delivery

Perth-based Project Engineer required to deliver mining dewatering and water infrastructure projects, providing technical assurance and construction

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Planning Engineer

at Hudson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

AUD 65 - 110 per hour

ABN & PAYG
Planning and Systems
Infrastructure Project Experience

Contribute to capital planning and project prioritisation

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

Listed nine days ago

Lead Mechanical Engineer

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Lead major mining water infrastructure projects from concept to delivery.
Manage multidisciplinary teams with strong technical leadership.
Deliver innovative pipeline, pumping and water management solutions.

Lead a team delivering critical water infrastructure projects across major mining operations, driving design excellence from concept to delivery.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Project Engineer - Dewatering

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

+ Super

Tier 1 Mining Client
Perth CBD Location with Ad hoc site travel
Excellent Rates

Our Tier 1 Mining Client is looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join a major mining project team.

Recruited byHolly Storor

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

9d ago

Listed four days ago

Senior Water and Environment Advisor

at empire group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$78.62 - $88.29 per hour + superannuation

Initial 12 month contract + highly likely ongoing contract
QLD State Government Opportunity
Play a key role in supporting complex environmental initiatives

Provide expert technical advice on environmental management, water and wastewater systems, regulatory compliance, and sustainable project delivery.

Recruited byLouise Clark

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Project Engineer | WA FIFO

at Aston Advantage

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 85 - 100 per hour

FIFO Project Engineer | $85-$100/hr | 2:1 roster. Site establishment & concrete works package with strong potential for long-term extension.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Site Project Engineers – Civil & NPI

at Tungsten Mining

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Carbine, Cairns & Far North QLD

Immediate Starts Available
12 Month Contract. 2:1 Roster
Help Build one of Australia's Emerging Critical Minerals Projects

Tungsten Mining require Project Engineers incl. Senior PE's to support construction of their Watershed Project located 130km's from Cairns.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Drainage Engineer

at Titan Recruitment Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Competitive

Perth role
6month contract with possible extension
Flexible and Hybrid work options

Deliver and coordinate drainage design solutions for major road and transport infrastructure projects.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

Listed five days ago

Water Management and Project Lead

at Metung Hot Springs Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Metung, Bairnsdale & Gippsland VIC

Work at an award-winning wellness destination
An exciting opportunity to take on a unique role
Generous Employee Benefits including complementary bathing & golf

Seeking an experienced water or project professional to take ownership of water management, compliance & water-related projects at Metung Hot Springs.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed two days ago

Product Engineer

at Clean Energy Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$95K to $105K plus super

An awesome opportunity for an engineer to join a worthy cause!
Located in stunning offices | Melbourne's CBD | Near public transport
Hybrid working arrangements | Attractive Salary | Generous Leave Entitlements

An exciting opportunity for an Electrical engineer to be at the forefront of Australia's renewable industry! Remote applications welcome.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Project Engineer - Utilities

at ACCIONA COBRA JV

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Great opportunity for career growth & development with a Tier 1 contractor
Deliver a landmark asset on Australia's first renewable energy zone
14/7 Bus in, bus out roster

Manage utility relocations at the Central West Orana Project, undergrounding Essential Energy 22kV lines and Telstra cables.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Commissioning Engineers

at SITEPULSE PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Generous Project Site Allowance
Be part of a major water infrastructure project

Experienced Commissioning Engineers to support major water infrastructure project on 2:1 FIFO roster.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21d ago

Listed five days ago

Principal Engineer Floodplain Management

at Northbridge Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Strathpine, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Principal Floodplain Management Engineer role focused on floodplain planning, investigations, and infrastructure.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Pilbara Ports

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Hedland, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

Salary $189,310 + 13% Superannuation
Housing, Electricity & Water provided - you will pay no more than $105 p/w
Residential Role Based in Port Hedland - Relocation package provided

This is a great opportunity to be part of the world's largest bulk export port authority. Join Pilbara Ports Projects and Engineering Team!

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Tailings Engineer

at Titan Recruitment Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive

Global Gold Mining operator
Key Tailings expansion project
Perth based role & initial12 month contract

Client side Tailings Engineer supporting a key Residual Storage Area Expansion Project. Perth base role and initial 12 month contract.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

18d ago

Listed two days ago