Managers & Directors Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Board Director

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selectability is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced person to join our skills-based Board.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

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Manager - Strategic Growth & Projects

at Cabin Services Australia

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mascot, Sydney NSW

Nationally recognised market leader in Aviation Services
Opportunity to identify growth opportunities & strengthen performance
Close to public transport & onsite parking

Nationally recognised market leader in Aviation Services
Opportunity to identify growth opportunities & strengthen performance
Close to public transport & onsite parking

Lead the initiatives that shape what’s next! An exciting & rare opportunity for a Manager - Strategic Growth & Projects to join the business!

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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Listed one day ago

Director, Service Programs

at Department of Customer Services, Open Data and Small and Family Business

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$166,623 - $174,339 per annum

Fixed term temporary
$166,623 - $174,339 per annum
Plus employee superannution contributions and annual leave loading

Fixed term temporary
$166,623 - $174,339 per annum
Plus employee superannution contributions and annual leave loading

The Digital Customer (Smart Service Queensland) team provides digitally enabled whole-of-government services to the Queensland public.

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

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

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Executive Director

at Department of Queensland Treasury

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$189,362 to $206,917 p.a.

Lead a diverse team of 120 delivering enabling services.
Drive organisational planning and stakeholder collaboration.
Champion innovation across finance, workforce, client experience and governance

Lead a diverse team of 120 delivering enabling services.
Drive organisational planning and stakeholder collaboration.
Champion innovation across finance, workforce, client experience and governance

Lead Queensland Revenue Office enabling functions in supporting organisational service delivery and performance.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Program Director

at Eagna Consulting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Great contract rate depending on experience!

Initial 12 month contract
High profile portfolio of work across critical communications
Hybrid working environment

Initial 12 month contract
High profile portfolio of work across critical communications
Hybrid working environment

Program Director required for high profile national portfolio of work encompassing ICT, Infrastructure and Critical Communications projects.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed ten days ago

Manager (Business)

at Department of Transport and Main Roads

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$147,769 to $156,144 p.a.

Fixed term temporary full-time
$147,769 to $156,144 p.a.
Generous superannuation

Fixed term temporary full-time
$147,769 to $156,144 p.a.
Generous superannuation

Lead Rail Division business management, drive governance, performance and smarter systems that enable confident executive decisions.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

EL 2 Director - Policy and Strategy

at face2face Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$754.2 + super per day

Influence large-scale policy reform and strategic government outcomes
Lead policy initiatives in the disability sector
Role available nationally - Hybrid working arrangement

Influence large-scale policy reform and strategic government outcomes
Lead policy initiatives in the disability sector
Role available nationally - Hybrid working arrangement

Lead high-impact policy reform initiatives driving strategic outcomes in a national government environment.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

General Manager - Enterprise Division

at Foundation Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Lead a diverse enterprise portfolio with strategic and operational oversight
Drive sustainable employment, commercial growth, and community outcomes
Executive leadership role with remote community engagement across the NT

Lead a diverse enterprise portfolio with strategic and operational oversight
Drive sustainable employment, commercial growth, and community outcomes
Executive leadership role with remote community engagement across the NT

Lead a diverse enterprise portfolio driving sustainable growth, employment and community impact across the NT.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

5d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

EL2 Director, Policy & Strategy

at Hays | Policy & Strategy

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Federal Government Opportunity
Flexible Hybrid Working Arrangement
Opportunity until end of December 2026

Federal Government Opportunity
Flexible Hybrid Working Arrangement
Opportunity until end of December 2026

Hybrid Director Opportunity with Federal Government Agency

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

23h ago

Listed two days ago

Executive Director

at Department of Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnership and Multiculturalism

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$189,362 to $206,917 p.a.

Lead place based infrastructure and economic development for First Nations
Drive Closing the Gap outcomes through partnership and delivery excellence
Influence statewide reform and advise Ministers on complex portfolios

Lead place based infrastructure and economic development for First Nations
Drive Closing the Gap outcomes through partnership and delivery excellence
Influence statewide reform and advise Ministers on complex portfolios

Lead large scale impact. Achieve real results. Create lasting economic outcomes for First Nations communities.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Director (Strategy, Performance, Risk and Governance)

at Department of Transport and Main Roads

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$166,623 - $174,339 p.a.

Temporary, Flexible Full-time role with possible extension
12.75% Superannuation, 4 weeks annual leave + leave loading allowance
Salary packaging and flexible working arrangements available

Temporary, Flexible Full-time role with possible extension
12.75% Superannuation, 4 weeks annual leave + leave loading allowance
Salary packaging and flexible working arrangements available

As Director (SPRG), you will manage a multifunctional area, align TMR’s strategy, drive governance, and support decisions

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

2d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

EL2 Director Policy & Strategy

at Randstad - Business Support

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hobart TAS(Hybrid)

Up to $754.20 p.d. + plus super

Randstad is partnering with a Federal Government Agency to recruit an EL2 Director Policy and Strategy position.

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

22h ago

Listed five days ago

Board Chair and Director Opportunities

at Relationships Australia Western Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Leederville, Perth WA(Hybrid)

Remunerated Board appointment
Three-year appointments, up to a maximum term of nine years
Respected for-purpose organisation

Remunerated Board appointment
Three-year appointments, up to a maximum term of nine years
Respected for-purpose organisation

Relationships Australia WA is recruiting two Directors, with one appointment intended to assume the role of Board Chair

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

5d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

General Manager

at Good to Great Schools Australia Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD(Remote)

$150,000 – $170,000 per year

Fully remote GM role - Lead the operations with the NFP industry.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

21d ago

Listed eight days ago

Executive Director, Delivery Social and Community

at Premier's Department

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Senior Executive Band 2. Negotiated on offer.

Provide strategic, statewide leadership to drive the delivery of the NSW Government's social and community priorities.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Commercial Lead | Government Grants & Commercial Advisory

at Ampersand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$1885 per day

ommercial Lead with strong expertise across Government Grants, procurement, contract management, stakeholder engagement and commercial risk within com

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Director, Cabinet and Ministerial Services

at Victorian Department of Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Total Remuneration Package $232,790 - $298,488

Hybrid Working Model
Join Victoria's Public Sector
Easily Accessible office via Public Transport

Hybrid Working Model
Join Victoria's Public Sector
Easily Accessible office via Public Transport

The position has a broad portfolio of responsibilities, with an emphasis on intra and inter-departmental collaboration

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Board Director

at selectability

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD(Hybrid)

selectability is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced person to join our skills-based Board.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Director of Product

at Randstad - Sales & Marketing

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$1200 - $1600 p.d.

Are you a visionary leader with a gift for cutting through complexity?

subClassification: Product Management & DevelopmentProduct Management & Development

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Business Services Manager - Fully Remote within Australia

at Good to Great Schools Australia Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Remote)

$60 – $65 per hour

Play an integral role in the supporting the Business Services function of the organisation.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

12d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Director Corporate & Community - Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council

at LG Services Group

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$190,000 salary, plus leave loading and Super

Help shape community wellbeing at the very tip of Australia
Salary of $190,000 + leave loading + super, plus many other benefits
Are you looking to make a difference?

Help shape community wellbeing at the very tip of Australia
Salary of $190,000 + leave loading + super, plus many other benefits
Are you looking to make a difference?

Lead with purpose, strengthen governance and help shape community wellbeing at the very tip of Australia

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Director Corporate & Community - Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council

at LG Services Group

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Alice Springs, Alice Springs & Central Australia NT

$190,000 salary, plus leave loading and Super

Help shape community wellbeing at the very tip of Australia
Salary of $190,000 + leave loading + super, plus many other benefits
Are you looking to make a difference?

Help shape community wellbeing at the very tip of Australia
Salary of $190,000 + leave loading + super, plus many other benefits
Are you looking to make a difference?

Lead with purpose, strengthen governance and help shape community wellbeing at the very tip of Australia

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19d ago

Listed two days ago

Manager

at Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$147,769 - $156,144 per annum

Shape volunteering policy and reform for Queensland communities
Lead an inclusive team with strong stakeholder partnerships
Flexible full-time work with development and sector impact

Shape volunteering policy and reform for Queensland communities
Lead an inclusive team with strong stakeholder partnerships
Flexible full-time work with development and sector impact

Lead policy and partnerships that strengthen volunteering across Queensland.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Manager - Strategic Growth & Projects

at Cabin Services Australia

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mascot, Sydney NSW

Nationally recognised market leader in Aviation Services
Opportunity to identify growth opportunities & strengthen performance
Close to public transport & onsite parking

Nationally recognised market leader in Aviation Services
Opportunity to identify growth opportunities & strengthen performance
Close to public transport & onsite parking

Lead the initiatives that shape what’s next! An exciting & rare opportunity for a Manager - Strategic Growth & Projects to join the business!

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

26d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Project Manager - AMS AI Transformation

at The Aquarium

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

6 month rolling contract - Hybrid - ASAP Start

AI led Application Managed Services Transformation - ASX 200 - $1100/d -

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Board Director

at Animal Welfare League SA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

Shape the future of a trusted South Australian organisation
Use your expertise to create meaningful social impact
Join a purpose-driven Board with genuine influence

Shape the future of a trusted South Australian organisation
Use your expertise to create meaningful social impact
Join a purpose-driven Board with genuine influence

Join the Board of the AWL and help shape the future of animal welfare, community impact and sustainable growth.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

8d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Director of Infrastructure

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Byron Bay, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW(Hybrid)

Public Sector People are seeking an experienced Director of Infrastructure for a regional council in NSW.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Program Director, Operations Transformation

at Swinburne University of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hawthorn, Melbourne VIC

Swinburne is seeking an accomplished Program Director, Operations Transformation to lead one of the University’s most significant enterprise-wide...

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

17h ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

General Manager Resource Recovery

at Townsville City Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Are you a visionary executive ready to drive transformation
Lead the development & implementation of Council's resource recovery strategy
Attractive salary package plus entitlements

Are you a visionary executive ready to drive transformation
Lead the development & implementation of Council's resource recovery strategy
Attractive salary package plus entitlements

Translate the Corporate Plan into meaningful outcomes by leading key initiatives, capital programs, and service delivery.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19h ago

Listed twenty days ago

Director - Project Delivery

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lismore, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW(Hybrid)

Public Sector People are seeking an experienced Director of Project Delivery for a regional council in NSW.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Operational leader

at Aviation Labour Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne Airport, Melbourne VIC

Join a well-known and reputable aviation organisation
Collaborate with respected senior leaders in the industry
Based at Tullamarine Airport

Join a well-known and reputable aviation organisation
Collaborate with respected senior leaders in the industry
Based at Tullamarine Airport

ALG Talent is currently seeking an Operational Leader on an expression of interest basis to join a reputable client in Melbourne.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

17h ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

EL2 Director Policy and Strategy

at DFP Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

AUD 754.20 per day

National EL2 policy role, $754/day + super, hybrid flexibility. Lead reform, strategy & teams across multiple locations. AU Citizenship required.

Recruited bySophie Haines

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19h ago

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EL2 Director Policy & Strategy

Board Chair and Director Opportunities

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Director Corporate & Community - Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council

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