Basis Engineering Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Jul 2026

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Engineer - Structural

This is a Contract/Temp job

An ASAP start is available
Small team fit working across all elements of multiple projects
Perth Metro based position

Maintain Group are a specialised services contractor offering Steel Fabrication & Install, Blast & Paint and Industrial Access.

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

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Lead/Principal Mine Engineer

at TSS Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$120 – $140 per hour

ASAP start
8:6 Roster
QM & SSE Required

Lead/Principal Mine Engineer to take ownership of mine planning, scheduling and technical engineering activities for an open pit iron ore operation.

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

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Listed two days ago

Principal Mechanical Engineer

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competive hourly rate

17 August Start
8 month duration
Top Tier Miner

We are seeking Expressions of Interest for an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer to join the WA Major Projects Engineering team for 8-months

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

2d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Project Engineer - Project Management Office

at Glencore

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Work with leaders in your field
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Be a part of a growing team

Exciting opportunity to assist with global mineral processing projects through Glencore Technology

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer - Rolling Stock (Mechanical)

at Heaton Rail Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Competitive Rate + Hybrid Work

Iconic rail organisation with a large global footprint
Technical and delivery ownership across projects
Hybrid work arrangements with long-term project opportunities

Support the delivery of rolling stock modification, refurbishment, structural, and fleet improvement projects.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 65 - 85 per hour

FIFO 8/6 roster from Perth
Strong safety-focused culture
12 month initial contract

Join a high-performing site team delivering complex mining projects with strong exposure to construction, commissioning and stakeholder engagement.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer – RPEQ | Contract / Part-Time

at Industrial Plastics

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hemmant, Brisbane QLD

Flexible contract role – approx. 2 days per week
Lead high-impact projects across water, mining & chemical industries
Mentor junior engineers and shape a growing engineering team

Senior RPEQ Mechanical Engineer wanted for a flexible contract role leading complex industrial projects and mentoring our growing engineering team.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer - Mechanical

at Gravity Resources

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

2:1 Roster
Project Team Environment
Mining and Minerals Processing

Opportunity to join a major project, short term contract and immediate start.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Engineer - Structural

at MAINTAIN Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Forrestdale, Perth WA

An ASAP start is available
Small team fit working across all elements of multiple projects
Perth Metro based position

Maintain Group are a specialised services contractor offering Steel Fabrication & Install, Blast & Paint and Industrial Access.

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

2d ago

Listed three hours ago

Mechanical Project Engineer

at CSR Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Welshpool, Perth WA

Deliver key capital projects within a major manufacturing site.
Coordinate contractors, vendors and commissioning activities.
Drive safe, efficient project outcomes from start to finish.

Join a major capital project delivering mechanical installation, commissioning and process improvements and supporting project delivery.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3h ago

Listed ten days ago

Project Engineer - Grinding

at Metso Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Perth, Perth WA(Hybrid)

6-12 month contract
Global organisation
Competitive salary

Exciting opportunity for engineers with a strong technical mindset and project delivery experience to contribute to large-scale mining projects

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Project Manager

at PARC Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Long term role
Competitive remuneration package
Professional development opportunities

we are seeking expressions of Interest from experienced Project Managers with a strong Electrical or SMP (Structural, Mechanical & Piping) background

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed ten days ago

Maintenance Planning Leaders

at Technology Enhanced Asset Management Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Lead maintenance planning across major mining operations.
Drive work management, shutdown planning and continuous improvement.
Opportunities from Superintendent and Lead through to Senior Planner roles.

Technology Enhanced Asset Management (TEAM) is seeking experienced Maintenance Planning Leaders

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

10d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer - Energy, Utilities and Sustainability

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rooty Hill, Sydney NSW

Up to $77.33 p.h.

Competitive rate of $77.33 per hour + superannuation.
Initial eight-month contract with potential extension.
Opportunity to lead meaningful renewable energy and carbon-reduction initiatives

Talent International is currently recruiting for a Project Engineer - Energy, Utilities and Sustainability to work for the Local Government.

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

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Graduate Reliability & Maintenance Engineer

at Peters Ice Cream

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mulgrave, Melbourne VIC

Iconic and successful Australian FMCG business
Training Coaching and Career development
Fixed Term 12 month Contract

Join Peters Ice Cream as a Graduate Reliability & Maintenance Engineer in Mulgrave. Exciting fixed term contract in our Engineering department!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Engineering Support -Technical Writer

at Maintenance Systems Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Hourly rate + Super Paid Weekly (See advert)

Initial 6 month+ Contract - Probable extension
M - F Roster
Front-end scope definition and technical documentation role

Engineering Support – Technical Writing role developing tender-ready scopes of work and execution-ready work packs

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

11d ago

Listed six days ago

Undergraduate Mechanical Engineer

at Downer EDI Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carrara, Gold Coast QLD

$20,000 scholarship opportunity
Gain hands-on experience on real engineering projects
Mentoring and career development with industry experts

Receive scholarship funding while gaining practical experience on real engineering projects.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed two days ago

PIF Supervisor

at UGL Services - Resources and Energy West

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

August Start
Adhoc Project Work
Attractive Hourly Rate

UGL are seeking an experienced PIF Supervisor to join our team on an casual basis working on a major Oil & Gas project.

subClassification: Oil & Gas - Engineering & MaintenanceOil & Gas - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Principal Mechanical Engineer (RPEQ)

at Resourceful Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$1200 per day

12-month contract
Possibility to convert to perm
$1200 per day

Join a leading Brisbane-based Oil & Gas owner-operator, earn a fantastic day rate with the possibility to go permanent

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Manufacturing Support Engineer

at Cochlear Limited.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

A top ASX top 50 listed company with double digit growth aspirations
A global leader in medical devices and hearing loss technologies
Located in Newstead

Cochlear is looking for a Manufacturing Support Engineer to join the Brisbane Operations team on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (starting August 2026)

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Site Engineer

at Recruitment Engineering Services Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ormeau, Gold Coast QLD

$70 – $80 per hour

Immediate Site & Project Engineer Opportunity
Major project / Immediate Opportunity
Long term contract role

Looking for Site and Project Engineers interested to assist in the delivery of major rail / infrastructure project / Immediate contract opportunity

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

10d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Project Support Engineer

at Mechanical Maintenance Solutions Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Loy Yang, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC

A Project Support Engineer required for a major upgrade outage on a large BWE machine located in a brown coal mine in the Latrobe Valley region.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Quality Engineer

at SASREO Pty Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Geelong, South West Coast VIC

Work with one of Melbourne’s leading reinforcement prefabrication businesses.
Hands-on factory-based role checking complex reinforcement cages.
2-month contract with potential to become full-time for the right candidate.

Hands-on Quality Engineer role checking complex reinforcement cages on major infrastructure, heavy civil and commercial projects.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

Listed seven days ago

EOI Civil Site & Project Engineers (Contract Role)

at Engi Advisory

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dubbo, Dubbo & Central NSW

Lead civil engineering projects in Dubbo with competitive rates, flexible work, and continuous professional development support.

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

7d ago

Listed two days ago

Stores and Technical Officer, Engineering and Automotive

at Federation University Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ballarat, Ballarat & Central Highlands VIC

$66301 - $72951 p.a. + up to 17% superannuation

Based at our SMB Campus
Full-time, fixed-term appointment until January 2027
HEW 3 - $66,301p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation

Maintain the classroom workshop's tools and equipment and set up practical student tasks and simulating industry scenarios.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer - FIFO - Site based

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

+ Super

Major resources project team site-based construction
Attractive FIFO roster of 8 days on / 6 days off, working 12-hour days.
Rates between

Experienced Project Engineer required to provide technical leadership and delivery support across multiple concurrent mining construction projects

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Lead/Principal Mine Engineer

at TSS Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$120 – $140 per hour

ASAP start
8:6 Roster
QM & SSE Required

Lead/Principal Mine Engineer to take ownership of mine planning, scheduling and technical engineering activities for an open pit iron ore operation.

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

2d ago

Listed six days ago