Climate Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed two days ago

Climate Change Technical Advisor

This is a Contract/Temp job

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)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Climate Change Short Term Technical Adviser

at Tetra Tech International Development

Be an early applicant

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)

1d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Environmental Sustainability Analyst

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Competitive hourly rate

Short‑term contract with autonomy, influence and visibility
Deliver meaningful work in a complex, public‑sector environment
Immediate Start - Parramatta Location - 3 Month Assignment

Short‑term contract with autonomy, influence and visibility
Deliver meaningful work in a complex, public‑sector environment
Immediate Start - Parramatta Location - 3 Month Assignment

Short-term contractor delivering climate and sustainability initiatives, compliance, risk assessments and advice during transition.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Resilient Hills and Coast Coordinator

at Regional Development Australia Incorporated Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Islandc

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA(Remote)

$5,835 per month

Drive bold regional climate action—connect leaders, secure funding, and build a more resilient Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and KI.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

13d ago

Listed five 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)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Environmental Graduate

at DBP

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Central Perth CBD office accessible to public transport
New Graduate position within AGIG
Supportive team environment

Central Perth CBD office accessible to public transport
New Graduate position within AGIG
Supportive team environment

Seeking a new position within AGIG as an Environmental Graduate. Work with a supportive manager to grow your career.

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment

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

1d ago

Listed five 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)

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Sustainable Environment Officer

at City of Swan

This is a Contract/Temp job

Midland, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$94,386.53 - $112,499.22 per annum pro rata

Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17%
Flexible hours, allowing employees to accommodate personal commitments
Comprehensive employee wellness program

Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17%
Flexible hours, allowing employees to accommodate personal commitments
Comprehensive employee wellness program

We are looking for a Sustainable Environment Officer to join the Strategic Planning team on a flexible, part-time basis (up to 30 hours per fortnight)

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

12d ago

Listed one hour ago

Site Environmental Advisor

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Boddington, Mandurah & Peel WA

Site-based environment leadership | Major WA mining project | Boddington
End-to-end compliance, risk & contractor assurance | Early works to execution

Site-based environment leadership | Major WA mining project | Boddington
End-to-end compliance, risk & contractor assurance | Early works to execution

Site-based Environment Advisor needed for a major mining construction project in Boddington. Critical compliance leadership role.

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment

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

1h ago

Listed twenty days ago

Environmental Advisor

at PC Gold

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT(Hybrid)

$130,000 – $150,000 per year

Environmental Advisor Darwin or Perth based | 12-Month Contract | $130,000 – $150,000 + Super

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment

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

20d ago

Listed six days ago

Environmental Specialist

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Leederville, Perth WA

$85.84 p.h plus 12% Super

Contract opportunity until 30th June 2027 based in Leederville
Salary: $85.84 p.h plus 12% Super
Lead environmental approvals across major infrastructure projects

Contract opportunity until 30th June 2027 based in Leederville
Salary: $85.84 p.h plus 12% Super
Lead environmental approvals across major infrastructure projects

We are partnered with a well-known utilities company for the recruitment of a new Environment Specialist.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Manager Environment and Sustainability (12 month maternity leave)

at C3Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Brisbane based with travel across Queensland
Flexible working environment
Agricultural industry focus

Brisbane based with travel across Queensland
Flexible working environment
Agricultural industry focus

Are you an exceptional strong people leader who brings focus, momentum and direction to a technically capable team - 12 month maternity leave contract

Recruited byBrendan Logue

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Project Manager (Soil)

at Climate Friendly

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Deliver high‑integrity soil carbon projects with real environmental impact.
This is a 12 month fixed-term opportunity, covering a period of parental leave.

Deliver high‑integrity soil carbon projects with real environmental impact.
This is a 12 month fixed-term opportunity, covering a period of parental leave.

Help landholders deliver high integrity soil carbon projects, combining practical soil expertise and genuine stakeholder care.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

7d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Climate Change and Renewable Energy Engagement Coordinator

at Yorta Yorta Nation Aboriginal Corporation

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Echuca, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley VIC

Full-Time, Fixed-Term opportunity (12 months)
Shepparton Location (travel required)
Indigenous Only” role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010 Section 12

Full-Time, Fixed-Term opportunity (12 months)
Shepparton Location (travel required)
Indigenous Only” role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010 Section 12

Provide an important "bridge" and act as a connector between high-level strategic governance and practical, on-ground community empowerment.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

AFWI Research/Senior Fellow, Climate-Smart Forestry Lead

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Burnley, Melbourne VIC

$124656 - $172613 p.a. + plus 17% super

National Indigenous research leadership in climate-smart forestry
Lead Indigenous-centred climate-smart forestry research
Benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs

National Indigenous research leadership in climate-smart forestry
Lead Indigenous-centred climate-smart forestry research
Benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs

Designing and deliver a coordinated research programme that embeds Indigenous knowledge and values across Centre activities.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

Climate Change and Renewable Energy Engagement Coordinator

at Yorta Yorta Nation Aboriginal Corporation

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Shepparton, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley VIC

Full-Time, Fixed-Term opportunity (12 months)
Shepparton Location (travel required)
Indigenous Only” role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010 Section 12

Full-Time, Fixed-Term opportunity (12 months)
Shepparton Location (travel required)
Indigenous Only” role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010 Section 12

Provide an important "bridge" and act as a connector between high-level strategic governance and practical, on-ground community empowerment.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Senior Environmental Officer

at Quality People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nerang, Gold Coast QLD

Top $'s Paid ! Contract extensions available !

Our client URGENTLY requires a Senior Environmental Officer for 24 months + Contract in Nerang.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago