On Site Mainstream Engineering Contract Temp Jobs in All Australia - May 2026

Listed eleven hours ago

Process Engineer

This is a Contract/Temp job

Reservoir, Melbourne VIC

Temp to Perm opportunity
Reservoir location
Immediate start

Temp to Perm opportunity
Reservoir location
Immediate start

Career growth role! Seeking grad level engineers for a well known manufacturing site in reservoir. Temp to perm, immediate start.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11h ago

Listed nine hours ago

Project Engineer

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 80 - 95 per hour

Drive project scope, budgets, schedules, and stakeholder alignment
Coordinate consultants, suppliers, and internal design teams
Client-side and Perth based with occasional site visits

Drive project scope, budgets, schedules, and stakeholder alignment
Coordinate consultants, suppliers, and internal design teams
Client-side and Perth based with occasional site visits

Deliver complex fixed plant projects with strong technical and commercial focus.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9h ago

Listed nine hours ago

Reliability Engineer

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Client-side on 8:6 roster
Lead RCA, FMEA, and maintenance strategy improvements
Deliver asset performance and continuous improvement projects

Client-side on 8:6 roster
Lead RCA, FMEA, and maintenance strategy improvements
Deliver asset performance and continuous improvement projects

Drive plant reliability and performance through data-led engineering.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9h ago

Listed one day ago

Engineer Maintenance

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 200000 - 210000 per annum

Work with a Tier 1 Iron Ore Miner
8/6 FIFO Perth Roster
Commence in June

Work with a Tier 1 Iron Ore Miner
8/6 FIFO Perth Roster
Commence in June

Chandler Macleod are looking for a Fixed Plant Maintenance Engineer to join our clients maintenance team

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

1d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Project Manager - Mechanical

at Bayside Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lucas Heights, Sydney NSW

Long-term contract within a nationally significant research organisation
Lead mechanical upgrade, maintenance and capital works projects
Work in a complex, regulated scientific and government environment

Long-term contract within a nationally significant research organisation
Lead mechanical upgrade, maintenance and capital works projects
Work in a complex, regulated scientific and government environment

Long-term contract managing mechanical projects at a major Southern Sydney government research facility.

Recruited byMichael Burne

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7h ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at TRS Staffing Solutions (Australia) Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Major Port Handling Project

Major Port Handling Project

Our client is a major infrastructure owner. They are WA's primary container and bulk handling infrastructure.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Project Lead

at Titan Recruitment Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 95 - 105 per hour

Perth-based role ad hoc site visits
Competitive hourly rate
Strong pipeline of projects

Perth-based role ad hoc site visits
Competitive hourly rate
Strong pipeline of projects

Join our clients management team delivering materials handling infrastructure projects. Role would suit a PE ready to step up into a lead role.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9h ago

Listed one day ago

Workshop Technican - Mechanical Engineering

at HOBAN Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hawthorn, Melbourne VIC

Up to $46 p.h.

Temporary opportunity with a leading university in a practical, hands-on role with real impact!

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Performance Engineer

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

PERSOL APAC is one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers. Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer – Major Projects (Client Representative)

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fremantle, Perth WA

AUD 100 per hour

Fremantle Location, 6 month contract
Must have Australian working rights
Resume and Cover Letter required for applications

Fremantle Location, 6 month contract
Must have Australian working rights
Resume and Cover Letter required for applications

Mechanical Engineer to represent Client on major project. Lead design reviews, manage risks, and support delivery of complex industrial systems.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed nine days ago

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

at Specialised Linen Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Broadmeadows, Melbourne VIC

Work on large-scale automation and engineering projects
Gain hands-on experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Join a growing, innovation-driven national business

Work on large-scale automation and engineering projects
Gain hands-on experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Join a growing, innovation-driven national business

Support mechanical engineering projects through design, drafting, automation, and equipment improvement initiatives at SPL.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Mechanical Designer

at Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Perth, Perth WA

West Perth location
Bentley suite of design products
Collaborative team environment

West Perth location
Bentley suite of design products
Collaborative team environment

Secure Contract and Permanent opportunities on major materials handling projects

subClassification: Engineering DraftingEngineering Drafting

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Data Centres

at Embedded Expertise

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

6-month initial contract with strong potential for extension
Lead engineering activities across design, delivery, and project execution
TOP $$$

6-month initial contract with strong potential for extension
Lead engineering activities across design, delivery, and project execution
TOP $$$

Lead Mechanical Engineer role on high-impact projects with strong design focus, leadership scope and career growth in a collaborative team environment

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Data Centres

at Embedded Expertise

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

6-month initial contract with strong potential for extension
Lead engineering activities across design, delivery, and project execution
TOP $$$

6-month initial contract with strong potential for extension
Lead engineering activities across design, delivery, and project execution
TOP $$$

Lead Mechanical Engineer role on high-impact projects with strong design focus, leadership scope and career growth in a collaborative team environment

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Project Manager/Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical)

at Blackbook Executive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Frankston, Melbourne VIC

12-month contract opportunity with potential extension based on project pipeline
Hands-on role from design through installation and commissioning.
Deliver mechanical upgrades across major industrial capital projects.

12-month contract opportunity with potential extension based on project pipeline
Hands-on role from design through installation and commissioning.
Deliver mechanical upgrades across major industrial capital projects.

Contract opportunity for a Mechanical Project Engineer delivering equipment upgrades and piping systems across major industrial projects.

Recruited byEimear Hunt

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed seven days ago

Mechanical Completions Supervisor

at Resourceful Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Attractive day rate on offer

Step into a high-profile project at the most interesting phase of its life
Brisbane based role, 10 hour weekdays so you are in your own bed every night
Owner's team environment with a tight, well-functioning culture

Step into a high-profile project at the most interesting phase of its life
Brisbane based role, 10 hour weekdays so you are in your own bed every night
Owner's team environment with a tight, well-functioning culture

Brisbane based | Contract through to December 2026 | Major Future Fuels project moving into RFSU and commissioning

subClassification: Oil & Gas - Engineering & MaintenanceOil & Gas - Engineering & Maintenance

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

7d ago

Listed four days ago

Electrician/HVAC Technician Leading Hand | FIFO | Pilbara WA

at CW People Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Paying $90 P/H + Super on ALL hours!!!
8:6 roster from Perth
Career growth in a supportive team

Paying $90 P/H + Super on ALL hours!!!
8:6 roster from Perth
Career growth in a supportive team

CELOTTI WORKFORCE is currently seeking experienced Dual Trade Electrician / HVAC Technician Leading Hands for our clients' mining operations in WA.

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

Maintenance Representative - Mechanical Lead

at Resourceful Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Attractive day rate on offer

Brisbane based, Monday to Friday - be home every night
Tight, cohesive owners team with a great culture and respectable coffee machine
Interesting and complex work

Brisbane based, Monday to Friday - be home every night
Tight, cohesive owners team with a great culture and respectable coffee machine
Interesting and complex work

Lead mechanical maintenance into start-up on a major project in Brisbane. Contract to Dec 2026.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

7d ago

Listed ten days ago

Performance Engineer - Contract

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Elizabeth Park, Adelaide SA

$115k - $138k p.a. + superannuation

We are proud to be partnering with Ensign Energy Services, a premier global enterprise that maintains a strong presence in the Aus drilling sector

subClassification: Oil & Gas - Engineering & MaintenanceOil & Gas - Engineering & Maintenance

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

10d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer - Capital Works Projects (Mining)

at COSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

Cosol is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for capital works projects at a Northern Bowen Basin Mine site.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

16d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer - Capital Works Projects (Mining)

at COSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mackay, Mackay & Coalfields QLD

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

Cosol is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for capital works projects at a Northern Bowen Basin Mine site.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

16d ago

Listed seven days ago

Site supervisor | Darwin | NT

at CW People Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Ongoing Civil Construction Projects
$100k- $150kp/a Salary on Offer
Temp - Perm Opportunity

Ongoing Civil Construction Projects
$100k- $150kp/a Salary on Offer
Temp - Perm Opportunity

CELOTTI WORKFORCE is currently seeking an experienced Site Supervisor for our client working on projects in Darwin, NT.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

at GFG Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Laverton, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

Competitive salary

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Real Work with Real Outcomes - This immersive, hands-on program provides practical learning through hands-on experience and meaningful work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21d ago

Listed nine days ago

Pipe Layers | Darwin | NT

at CW People Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

ASAP Starts Available
$40-55ph depending on skills
On-going work | Full Time Hours

ASAP Starts Available
$40-55ph depending on skills
On-going work | Full Time Hours

CELOTTI WORKFORCE is currently seeking experienced Pipe Layers and Civil Labourers for subdivision and infrastructure projects across Darwin, NT.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

9d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Supply Chain Graduate

at Suntory Oceania

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ipswich, Brisbane QLD

An ideal pathway for graduates who want to accelerate their growth
Take on meaningful challenges and develop into future technical leaders.
Join an Iconic Global Beverages organisation | Home of V energy, Boss Coffee

An ideal pathway for graduates who want to accelerate their growth
Take on meaningful challenges and develop into future technical leaders.
Join an Iconic Global Beverages organisation | Home of V energy, Boss Coffee

The Technical Grad Program offers Engineering Grads the opportunity to build strong operational & leadership foundations in a cutting edge facility,

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Electrician Supervisors | FIFO | Pilbara WA

at CW People Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

$100ph

Paying $100 P/H + Super on ALL hours!!!
8:6 roster from Perth
Career growth in a supportive team

Paying $100 P/H + Super on ALL hours!!!
8:6 roster from Perth
Career growth in a supportive team

CELOTTI WORKFORCE is currently seeking experienced Electrical Supervisors for our clients' projects across the Pilbara region

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Senior Engineer - Water

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$57 - $58 p.h.

Senior Engineer | $58ph | Water & Sewer Network exp & Hydraulic Modelling preferred. Contract to July 2026. Fortitude Valley, immediate start!

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed eight days ago

Contract Engineering Assessor

at Australian Trade Training College Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brendale, Brisbane QLD

The role is to assess overseas applicants skills and knowledge in the Engineering. Knowledge of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Ocius

This is a Contract/Temp job

Alexandria, Sydney NSW

Design high-reliability Mechanical Systems
Develop new systems for market leading USVS
12 Month FTC

Design high-reliability Mechanical Systems
Develop new systems for market leading USVS
12 Month FTC

Build your career in robotics by solving mission-critical problems in a market leading USV company.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Product Engineer – Electrical Engineer

at Private Advertiser

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mascot, Sydney NSW

We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Engineer - Electrical Engineer to join us on a Casual basis with a view to extend.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

Mechanical Engineering Opportunities

at Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Perth, Perth WA

West Perth Location
Exciting projects
Materials Handling design focus

West Perth Location
Exciting projects
Materials Handling design focus

Contract and Permanent opportunities within growing team

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Civil Labourers | Gold Coast QLD and Northern NSW

at CW People Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gold Coast QLD

Immediate Starts Available
$37-$41/Hour + Overtime Rates + Daily Allowances
On-going work | Full Time Hours

Immediate Starts Available
$37-$41/Hour + Overtime Rates + Daily Allowances
On-going work | Full Time Hours

CELOTTI WORKFORCE are currently seeking experienced civil labourers for work in Gold Coast QLD and Northern NSW

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

35 mainstream engineering jobs in Australia - Contract Temp, On Site

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Process Engineer

Project Engineer

Reliability Engineer

Engineer Maintenance

Project Manager - Mechanical

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Project Lead

Workshop Technican - Mechanical Engineering

Performance Engineer

Mechanical Engineer – Major Projects (Client Representative)

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Designer

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Data Centres

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Data Centres

Project Manager/Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical)

Mechanical Completions Supervisor

Electrician/HVAC Technician Leading Hand | FIFO | Pilbara WA

Maintenance Representative - Mechanical Lead

Performance Engineer - Contract

Mechanical Engineer - Capital Works Projects (Mining)

Mechanical Engineer - Capital Works Projects (Mining)

Site supervisor | Darwin | NT

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Pipe Layers | Darwin | NT

Supply Chain Graduate

Electrician Supervisors | FIFO | Pilbara WA

Senior Engineer - Water

Contract Engineering Assessor

Mechanical Engineer

Product Engineer – Electrical Engineer

Mechanical Engineering Opportunities

Civil Labourers | Gold Coast QLD and Northern NSW

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