Civil Machine Operator Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Aug 2026

Roles available for experienced operators, from general excavation through to GP
Immediate opportunities across Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast
Secure project pipelines with established civil contractors across SEQ

Skilled Excavator Operators wanted for immediate starts across Brisbane, Sunshine Coast & Gold Coast. Multiple civil projects and ongoing work!!!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Machine operator | FIFO 2/1 Roster | Weipa QLD

at CW People Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Weipa, Cairns & Far North QLD

Flat Rate $58 - $60/hour - Super ALL Hours
2/1 roster - Day Shift Only
FIFO from Brisbane or Cairns

CELOTTI WORKFORCE is currently seeking experienced Machine Operators for ongoing work in Weipa, Far North Queensland.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Civil Labourer

at Fetch Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

AUD 37 - 39 per hour, UP TO 20HRS OVERTIME

Strong pipeline of work into 2027
50 – 60 hours per week. Mon – Fri/Sat
Casual role with option for full time after probation

Chasing Labourers for work in Craigieburn, Wollert, Melton, Tarneit, Donnybrook, Geelong & more

Recruited byPhil Underdown

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

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Plant Operators

at NES Fircroft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

AUD 65 - 70 per hour

Mobile Plant Operators required for on-going work

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Civil Plant Operators | Sunshine Coast

at CW People Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sunshine Coast QLD

Full-Time Hours + Overtime Opportunities
Competitive Weekly Pay + Penalties
Immediate Start - Long-Term and Short-Term Projects Available

CELOTTI WORKFORCE is seeking multiple Civil Plant Operators for work in the Sunshine Coast.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Mobile Plant Operator

at Amalgam Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Two Rocks, Perth WA

$3100 per week Mon to Sat

50-56 hours per week
Gross up to $3100 per week (after tax estimate: $2200)
Sick of FIFO? Perth based project on minesite $$!

An excellent opportunity to join a team of experienced operators on 6 to 7 month project in Perth's outer northern suburbs

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed nine days ago

Civil Plant Operators

at Frontline Human Resources SA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

$36.50 - $60 p.h.

Immediate Starts | Adelaide & Regional SA | Ongoing Opportunities Looking for your next civil project?

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

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Civil Plant Operators

at Ironcore Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

$44 - $58 Per Hour + Penalties + Allowances
Ongoing Work
Exciting Projects North or South!

IronCore Workforce are currently on the hunt for experienced Civil Operators for various projects across Adelaide.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed seven days ago

Loader or Excavator Operator

at Rostrevor Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Epping, Melbourne VIC

$55 – $65 per hour

Operate heavy plant on diverse construction projects. Competitive rates, safety-focused team, professional development.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed four days ago

Civil Plant Operators

at Fetch Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmer, Riverland & Murray Mallee SA

AUD 40 - 49 per hour, + Travel + Meals + Penalties

Ongoing oppounities
Training and upskilling
Competitive hourly rates

Are you looking to pursue a career in the civil industry?

Recruited byLaura Millar

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Machine Op

at Cranfield Group – CCS

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pimpama, Gold Coast QLD

Roles starting from 45p/h, plus travel, plus OT, super and allowances
Excellent company culture, minimal staff turnover, team bonding events
Multiple locations, minimal travel, temp to perm roles and ongoing work

🚧 CIVIL OPERATORS WANTED - EXCAVATORS, DOZERS, GRADERS & MORE | BRISBANE & GOLD COAST 🚧

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Civil Labourers & Roller Operators

at 701 Recruitment Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Logan Reserve, Brisbane QLD

Civil Labourers & Roller Operators wanted! Immediate starts, ongoing civil/subdivision work. White Card required. Apply today!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Civil Operators, Labourers and Supervisors - Tully

at ACHIEVE Group Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tully, Cairns & Far North QLD

AUD 45 - 80 per hour

Seeking experienced civil labourers, multi plant operators and supervisors. Must be able to work away and have previous experience.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed twelve days ago

FIFO Civil Plant Operator

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

2/2 Roster | Paid Travel Time
Camp and Meals provided
FIFO - Cairns or Brisbane

We're seeking experienced Civil Plant Operators to join our client's team in Weipa, QLD.

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

12d ago

Listed eight days ago

Multi-skilled Machine Operators

at RED Appointments

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

Competitive rates + paid travel
FIFO from Cairns or Brisbane ONLY
2:1 roster | 12-hour days

Multi-Skilled Operators: lock in FIFO work through to the wet season

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Civil Excavator Operators

at Protech SEQ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kuraby, Brisbane QLD

AUD 50 - 55 per hour

Multiple openings for Skilled Excavator Operators on Civil Construction sites

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed eight days ago

FIFO Civil Plant Operator

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

2/2 Roster | Paid Travel Time
Camp and Meals provided
FIFO - Cairns or Brisbane

We're seeking experienced Civil Plant Operators to join our client's team in Weipa, QLD.

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

8d ago

Listed nine days ago

Civil Operators - Ipswich/Toowoomba/Logan/Gold Coast+Surrounds

at Core Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

AUD 42 - 48 per hour, + pens

Immediate start
Ongoing long term work available
Above award paid + plenty of overtime offered

Operators required

Recruited byMaddison Davies

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Machine Operator

at Cranfield Group – CCS

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ipswich, Brisbane QLD

Ipswich location
Civil & Subdivision Projects
Ongoing Opportunities

Civil Operators & HR Drivers - Ongoing Work | Ipswich

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed eight days ago

Multi-Skilled Machine Operators

at RED Appointments

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Competitive rates + paid travel
FIFO from Cairns or Brisbane ONLY
2:1 roster | 12-hour days

Multi-Skilled Operators: Lock in FIFO work through to the wet Season

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Civil Operators & Labourers

at Pandanus Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD

+ Camp + Meals + FIFO from Brisbane

Long-term project with immediate starts
Camp accommodation, meals and FIFO from Brisbane provided
Join a major Central Queensland infrastructure project

Experienced GPS operators and civil Labourers wanted for a major Central Queensland infrastructure project. FIFO, camp, long-term work.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Excavator Operator

at Atom Resources

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manly, Sydney NSW

$45-$50 plus overtime, penalties and allowances

Ongoing work on major projects
Consistent hours above award pay rates
Opportunity for a full time contract once proven

Excavator Operator

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

All-Rounder Plant Operator - Civil & Exploration Support

at WestLink Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

65/hour

Starting ASAP for a potentially ongoing contract.
Water Cart, Loader, Dozer, Grader, Excavator
Complete earth moving for civil and rehab works

Hiring All-Rounder Plant Operators ASAP start. Run Water Cart, Loader, Excavator & Grader

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

5d ago

Listed three days ago