Climate Action Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Indoor Environment Specialist

at CFT Building Consultants & Engineers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$135,000 – $150,000 per year

Exciting new program!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed seventeen days ago

Climate Change Technical Advisor

at Save the Children Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Remote)

Join global child rights movement making a difference in local communities
Work that actually makes a difference, for those who need it the most
Provide high-quality technical input on child-centred climate change content

Join global child rights movement making a difference in local communities
Work that actually makes a difference, for those who need it the most
Provide high-quality technical input on child-centred climate change content

Help tackle climate challenges to create lasting change for children -collaborating & solving problems as a remote Climate Change Technical Adviser.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

17d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Scientist

at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parramatta, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Ranges from $124,322 to $138,494 pa + Super

Deliver NSW water science supporting estuaries, catchments and policy impact
Shape NSW water outcomes through science, analysis and environmental policy
Influence NSW water strategy through expert estuary and catchment science

Deliver NSW water science supporting estuaries, catchments and policy impact
Shape NSW water outcomes through science, analysis and environmental policy
Influence NSW water strategy through expert estuary and catchment science

Senior Scientist delivering NSW water science, providing technical expertise and analysis to support estuaries, catchments, policy and management.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Principal Stakeholder Engagement Officer

at Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

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

Full-time temporary until 1 June 2027
$5,121.00 to $5,486.00 per fortnight
Generous superannuation

Full-time temporary until 1 June 2027
$5,121.00 to $5,486.00 per fortnight
Generous superannuation

Join DETSI as a Principal Stakeholder Engagement Officer, providing strategic advice to support delivery of key departmental priorities.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Sustainability Manager

at Fintech Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$140k - $150k + Super

ESG reporting, climate disclosures, and sustainability strategy execution
Ownership of end-to-end sustainability reporting and external submissions
Highly visible ESG role close to senior leadership and key decision-makers

ESG reporting, climate disclosures, and sustainability strategy execution
Ownership of end-to-end sustainability reporting and external submissions
Highly visible ESG role close to senior leadership and key decision-makers

Exciting Sustainability Manager role in ASX-listed org leading ESG reporting, data governance and external disclosures across a complex environment

Recruited byNick Vlotman

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

9h ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Climate Change Short Term Technical Adviser

at Tetra Tech International Development

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Remote)

Remote (with engagement across Tuvalu)
Consultancy position, up to 50 days input
Contribute to climate‑resilient education outcomes in the Pacific

Remote (with engagement across Tuvalu)
Consultancy position, up to 50 days input
Contribute to climate‑resilient education outcomes in the Pacific

An opportunity to directly support teachers and schools in a small island context facing the impacts of climate change.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Lead Climate Data Scientist (Pacific Climate Services)

at Triniti

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

attractive hourly rate

Any capital city
12 month contract - attractive hourly rate
Australian Citizens only

Any capital city
12 month contract - attractive hourly rate
Australian Citizens only

Lead Climate Data Scientist will support a highly regarded Fed Gov agency delivering important climate and ocean science services across the region.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Climate Data Scientist

at DFP Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

12-months contract with possible extension
Must be an Australian Citizen
Hybrid Working

12-months contract with possible extension
Must be an Australian Citizen
Hybrid Working

Seeking an experienced Climate Data Scientist

Recruited byHumaira Hashmi

subClassification: ConsultantsConsultants

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

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Indoor Environment Specialist

at CFT Building Consultants & Engineers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$135,000 – $150,000 per year

Exciting new program!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Environmental Advisor (Perth)

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Subiaco, Perth WA(Hybrid)

Senior Env Advisor to lead approvals, risk and compliance for major project. Drive early works readiness and construction outcomes.

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment

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

1d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Environmental Health Officer

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Caboolture, Brisbane QLD

Pay rates from $40-$55 p/h + super | paid weekly

subClassification: Environmental ServicesEnvironmental Services

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

17h ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Team Lead - Land Restoration

at Healthy Land and Water Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Annual individual professional development budget
Annual life & wellbeing reimbursement
Monthly staff social activities and events

Annual individual professional development budget
Annual life & wellbeing reimbursement
Monthly staff social activities and events

Enable Land restoration team to fulfill critical project deliverables, budget management, project accountability, coaching, mentoring team members

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

15h ago

Listed six days ago

Environmental Health Officer

at Hays | Facilities Management

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$55

Supportive team
Varied compliance work
Community impact role

Supportive team
Varied compliance work
Community impact role

Environmental Health Officer role in inspections and compliance

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Environmental Advisor

at NES Fircroft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Docklands, Melbourne VIC

Competitive

Environmental Advisor | Offshore Oil & Gas | Drive environmental compliance, EP management, audits & incident response across major offshore operation

Recruited byCameron Anderson

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment

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

6d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Senior Environmental Officer

at Quality People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Deagon, Brisbane QLD

Top $'s Paid !Contract extensions available !

Our client URGENTLY requires a Senior Environmental Officer for a 58 months + Contract in Deagon, Brisbane.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty days ago

Climate Change - Construction Advisor

at Save the Children Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Remote)

Join global child rights movement making a difference in local communities
Work that actually makes a difference, for those who need it the most
Technical leadership for construction components of Climate Change portfolio

Join global child rights movement making a difference in local communities
Work that actually makes a difference, for those who need it the most
Technical leadership for construction components of Climate Change portfolio

Apply advanced technical expertise to large-scale climate investments, influencing project design, quality, and impact across diverse contexts.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Senior Environmental Officer - Road & Transport Infrastructure

at Allstaff Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Deagon, Brisbane QLD

$78.63 - $84.56

5 year appointment
$78.63 - $84.56 p/h + super
Exposure to a multi-billion-dollar flagship infrastructure program

5 year appointment
$78.63 - $84.56 p/h + super
Exposure to a multi-billion-dollar flagship infrastructure program

5 year term. Senior Environmental Officer supporting major road projects, managing approvals, compliance and environmental risks across delivery.

Recruited bySheena Newman

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Senior Policy Officer

at Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parramatta, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$138,539 to $148,283 + super

Work on high‑impact policy projects that shape NSW’s response to climate change.
Temporary opportunity until June 2027
Parramatta office location with hybrid working supported

Work on high‑impact policy projects that shape NSW’s response to climate change.
Temporary opportunity until June 2027
Parramatta office location with hybrid working supported

A fast‑paced policy role helping deliver Net Zero outcomes for the built environment.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Environmental Compliance Officer

at Hornsby Shire Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hornsby, Sydney NSW

Enjoy working in a team environment
Work with an organisation that values a positive workplace culture
Enjoy work life balance and flexibility in your role

Enjoy working in a team environment
Work with an organisation that values a positive workplace culture
Enjoy work life balance and flexibility in your role

Great opportunity to Join our Environmental Compliance Team as an Environmental Compliance Officer!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Environmental Specialist

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Competitive Hourly Rate

12+ months contract, competitive hourly rate
Hybrid working conditions + flexible hours
Senior technical role with direct regulator engagement and influence

12+ months contract, competitive hourly rate
Hybrid working conditions + flexible hours
Senior technical role with direct regulator engagement and influence

Lead environmental approvals and compliance for major water infrastructure projects across planning design and operations.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

21d ago

Listed nine days ago

Systemic Issues & Projects Officer

at Energy & Water Ombudsman NSW

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

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Full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity
High-performing, respected organisation in Sydney CBD
Flexible hybrid working environment (3 days working from home)

Full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity
High-performing, respected organisation in Sydney CBD
Flexible hybrid working environment (3 days working from home)

Investigate systemic issues, analyse complaints data and support EWON's policy and reporting work

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

9d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Environmental Specialist

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Leederville, Perth WA

Competitive

Provide expert environmental compliance advice and regulator engagement
Influence planning, design and delivery teams to manage environmental risk early
Must have Australian working rights

Provide expert environmental compliance advice and regulator engagement
Influence planning, design and delivery teams to manage environmental risk early
Must have Australian working rights

Senior Environmental Specialist leading State and Commonwealth approvals and compliance for major water infrastructure projects.

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment

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

22d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Senior Environmental Officer

at APG Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Deagon, Brisbane QLD

Deagon QLD
Government Role
$84.56/hr + super

Deagon QLD
Government Role
$84.56/hr + super

Senior Environmental Officer - $84.56/hr + super. Major infrastructure project. Site-based Deagon. EPBC, compliance & sustainability focus.

subClassification: Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed four hours ago

Research Associate

at Curtin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$104,917 - $112,487 (ALA.6 - ALA.8) + 17% super

4-year fixed term, full-time contract until 31 Dec 2030 (+ possible extension)
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse team fostering inclusivity, innovation, collaboration & sustainability

4-year fixed term, full-time contract until 31 Dec 2030 (+ possible extension)
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse team fostering inclusivity, innovation, collaboration & sustainability

Advance climate‑positive solutions by decoding how native plants, microbes and minerals stabilise soil carbon.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4h ago•Expiring

Listed twenty one days ago

Environmental Advisor

at Airswift

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Excellent hourly rates

Experienced Offshore Environmental Advisor needed for a 6‑month contract to drive compliance and environmental performance across offshore assets.

subClassification: Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Assistant Project Officer

at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dubbo, Dubbo & Central NSW(Hybrid)

Ranges from $99,938 pa base to $110,271 pa + super

Join a supportive & collaborative team with meaningful project impact
Help protect nature, wildlife and Aboriginal heritage across NSW
Build project skills in a rewarding role with diverse stakeholders

Join a supportive & collaborative team with meaningful project impact
Help protect nature, wildlife and Aboriginal heritage across NSW
Build project skills in a rewarding role with diverse stakeholders

Assistant Project Officer role supporting NSW National Parks projects to protect nature, wildlife and Aboriginal heritage!

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Change Analyst

at Charles Sturt University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Macquarie, Port Macquarie & Mid North Coast NSW(Hybrid)

$101,421 to $110,819 pa (plus 17% superannuation)

Competitive salary and benefits including 17% super
Support transformation that impacts students, staff and future generations
Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance

Competitive salary and benefits including 17% super
Support transformation that impacts students, staff and future generations
Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance

Be part of a first-tier initiative redefining how future students learn, engage and succeed across every mode of study.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

Listed nine days ago

Brown Hill and Keswick Creeks Stormwater Board Member

at Brown Hill and Keswick Creeks Stormwater Board

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

Join a highly regarded, productive, efficient and professional Board and team
Help improve the standard of flood protection for homes, businesses & facilities
Approximately 11 meetings per year, normally 5 in person and the rest online

Join a highly regarded, productive, efficient and professional Board and team
Help improve the standard of flood protection for homes, businesses & facilities
Approximately 11 meetings per year, normally 5 in person and the rest online

Join the Brown Hill and Keswick Creeks Stormwater Board who are responsible for delivering a capital works program to improve Stormwater Management.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

9d ago

Listed twenty two days ago