Chartered Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Aug 2026

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Project Engineer

at CAPS Australia Pty Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Truganina, Melbourne VIC

Work on innovative projects
Professional growth
Safety and quality focus

Seeking an Project Engineer to lead design, customisation, and management of CAPS projects.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

at CPC Labour Hire Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Work on a variety of complex minerals processing projects
Real opportunity for career progression
9 day fortnight and other great benefits

Opportunity to join our team of specialists focusing on Process Plant Design in our Perth office.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed eleven days ago

Project Engineer

at CAPS Australia Pty Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Truganina, Melbourne VIC

Work on innovative projects
Professional growth
Safety and quality focus

Seeking an Project Engineer to lead design, customisation, and management of CAPS projects.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at CPC Labour Hire Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Work on a variety of complex minerals processing projects
Real opportunity for career progression
9 day fortnight and other great benefits

Opportunity to join our team of specialists focusing on Process Plant Design in our Perth office.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed eighteen 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)

18d ago

Listed five days ago

Project Engineering (Housing Projects)

at Easy Authoring

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parramatta, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Easy Authoring is seeking a Project Engineer to lead engineering projects, deliver innovative solutions, and drive successful project outcomes.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Certification Engineer

at Austroads Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Competitive employee benefits
Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities
Finalist in the Financial Reviews Best Places to work 2026

Austroads is looking to employ a Certification Engineer to join our team providing engineering support and assistance for our Service Delivery team.

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

17d ago

Listed thirteen 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)

13d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty hours ago

Process Engineer

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newington, Sydney NSW

Hands-on process engineering role within a complex industrial environment
Drive optimisation, troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives
Heavy industry, incineration, instrumentation & PLC experience valued

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at CPC Labour Hire Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Work on a variety of complex minerals processing projects
Real opportunity for career progression
9 day fortnight and other great benefits

Opportunity to join our team of specialists focusing on Process Plant Design in our Perth office.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Completions Engineer | Major Infrastructure Project | 3 Month Contract

at CGC Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Immediate start for a Civil or Mechanical Engineer to close out works on a major Brisbane CBD Infrastructure project

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Project Engineer

at Shepherd Services Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast QLD(Hybrid)

Competitive Rate – $50–$60/hr + allowances

Hybrid role with variety across both projects and clients.
Own projects with trust, autonomy and responsibility, creating lasting impact.
Similar scope to Local Government works with less "red tape"

Join SHEPHERD as a Project Engineer in a well-supported position, delivering meaningful infrastructure projects that strengthen communities.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

Listed five days ago

Mechanical Reliability Engineer

at Maintenance Systems Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Muswellbrook, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Hourly rate + super paid weekly (See advert)

Long-term assignment with the potential to continue for up to two years
Monday to Friday day shift
Onsite in the Muswellbrook area - Local or DIDO only

Mechanical Reliability Engineer role supporting CHPP operations

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

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

Technical Building Products Engineer - Wetherill Park

at CSR Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wetherill Park, Sydney NSW

Wetherill Park, ASAP start.
Work alongside a collaborative team of senior engineers.
Opportunity to develop technical expertise across multiple systems/products.

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Technical Building Products Engineer for a 12-month fixed term contract role.

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

10d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Project Engineer

at CGC Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Project Engineer contract role for 6 months with the view to extend. $100m new build project

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed four days ago

Production Engineer

at Tecside

This is a Contract/Temp job

Welshpool, Perth WA

Yes

Ongoing opportunity with immediate start
Competitive hourly rate
Monday-Friday role with well-established industrial manufacturer

Tecside are seeking an experienced Production Engineer for an exciting position in Welshpool!

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Building Services Engineers

at CoMade

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Short and long-term project opportunities
Exposure to high-profile, technically complex projects
Competitive rates and project variety

Ready to play a key role in delivering Queensland's most significant infrastructure programs?

subClassification: Building Services EngineeringBuilding Services Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Project Engineer

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parramatta, Sydney NSW

Up to $62.18 p.h.

Deliver engineering upgrade projects.
Civil/Structural Engineering background required.
$62.18 per hour + Super

Talent International is currently recruiting a Project Engineer to work for the NSW Government, based in Parramatta.

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

27d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Booragoon, Perth WA(Hybrid)

AUD 100 - 130 per hour, Plus Superannuation

Lead mining capital projects from concept through commissioning
Strong possibility of contract extension
Great culture, Flexibility, Work from Home Days

Lead mining capital projects from concept to commissioning. Mechanical Engineer with sustaining capital experience required.

subClassification: Building Services EngineeringBuilding Services Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed seven days ago

Principal Engineer (Civil)

at Department of Transport and Main Roads

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$133,603 to $143,125 p.a.

Temporary Flexible full-time
$133,603 to $143,125 p.a.
Generous employer contributions – Flexible work options

Join TMR as a Principal Engineer (Civil) in Townsville! Shape Queensland’s future through transport planning. Temporary, full-time role

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

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Electrical Product Compliance Engineer - Fixed Term Contract

at Australia Wide Engineering Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$95,000-105,000 plus super, hybrid role

Join a collaborative technical team in a 12-month Contract Electrical Product Engineer hybrid Melbourne CBD role.

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

8d ago

Listed nine days ago

Fire Engineer PO5

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Up to $88.29 p.h. + Super

Seeking a PO5 Fire Services Engineer in Brisbane CBD. Review wet & dry fire designs, performance solutions & standards compliance. RPEQ preferred.

subClassification: Building Services EngineeringBuilding Services Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Project Engineer

at Nestlé Australia Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wahgunyah, Yarra Valley & High Country VIC

Join one of the leading FMCGs Company in Nutrition, Health, and Wellness
Drive enhancements and work with iconic brands
2 year fixed term contract

A fantastic opportunity to lead significant capital projects, influence the future of our manufacturing operations, with a leading FMCG company

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed five days ago

Reliability Engineer - Ancillary (12 month Fixed Term)

at Fortescue

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Values-driven culture drives success and empowers team members
Contribute ideas freely in a culture that values innovation
Grow professionally in an environment that values continuous learning

An exciting opportunity exists for a Reliability Engineer to join our HME team at Christmas Creek

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

5d ago

Listed seven days ago