Conservation Analyst Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Vaccine Research & Development Analyst (Maternity Cover)

This is a Contract/Temp job

$70,000 – $80,000 per year

Help care for the animals that care for our planet. Grow your career at a certified Great Place to Work® with flexibility, heart, and purpose.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

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Archaeologists

at Yulur Heritage

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Redcliffe, Perth WA

Working closely with Traditional Owners on their priority projects
Flexible casual and short term contract engagement
Variety of archaeological projects and workstreams

Working closely with Traditional Owners on their priority projects
Flexible casual and short term contract engagement
Variety of archaeological projects and workstreams

The role assists preserving and managing Muntulgura Guruma cultural heritage, working on field and office based projects.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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Listed five days ago

Ranger

at Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rockhampton, Rockhampton & Capricorn Coast QLD

$94,704 - $99,582 p.a.

Temporary full time position
$94,704 - $99,582 p.a.
Ongoing training, career development

Temporary full time position
$94,704 - $99,582 p.a.
Ongoing training, career development

OO6 Ranger, Pest Management Temporary. Contribute to a Regional team supporting and delivering best practice pest management.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

5d ago

Listed six hours ago

Water Quality Scientist

at Seqwater

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Landsborough, Sunshine Coast QLD

Protect SEQ water quality through hands-on scientific fieldwork
Work outdoors across stunning SEQ locations and waterways
Drive innovation in environmental monitoring and water science

Protect SEQ water quality through hands-on scientific fieldwork
Work outdoors across stunning SEQ locations and waterways
Drive innovation in environmental monitoring and water science

Field role collecting and analysing water quality data to support Seqwater’s environmental and operational standards.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6h ago

Listed five 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)

5d ago

Listed five 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)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Bushland Field Officer

at Wingecarribee Shire Council

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Moss Vale, Southern Highlands & Tablelands NSW

$72,898.54 – $84,719.70 per year + 12 Super

Temporary full-time position offering 38-hours a week until October 2027
Enjoy a Rostered day off every fortnight, Salary Packaging Options and More!
Learning and Development Opportunities, including Tertiary Assistance

Temporary full-time position offering 38-hours a week until October 2027
Enjoy a Rostered day off every fortnight, Salary Packaging Options and More!
Learning and Development Opportunities, including Tertiary Assistance

Make a difference where it counts! Restore and care for Wingecarribee’s beautiful bushland, working alongside a passionate team and community.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

9d ago

Listed five days ago

Associate Ecologist

at Epic Environmental

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Formerly Epic Environmental, Onterris Australia is a leading environmental consultancy that prioritises not just our clients but our amazing employees

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed two days ago

Environmental Officer

at Seqwater

This is a Contract/Temp job

Joyner, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Interested in “doing good work, with great people in beautiful places”?
Flexible hybrid working to support work/life balance
Support safe, compliant environmental outcomes across Seqwater assets

Interested in “doing good work, with great people in beautiful places”?
Flexible hybrid working to support work/life balance
Support safe, compliant environmental outcomes across Seqwater assets

Support Seqwater’s environmental programs through compliance, monitoring and advice to deliver strong environmental outcomes, based at North Pine WTP.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Compliance Coordinator

at Department of Primary Industries

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$104,722 - $113,618 per annum

Fixed term temporary until 30 June 2029
$104,722 - $113,618 per annum
Generous superannuation

Fixed term temporary until 30 June 2029
$104,722 - $113,618 per annum
Generous superannuation

As our Compliance Coordinator, you will provide investigative and risk management skills to help manage the impacts of invasive plants and animals.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Vaccine Research & Development Analyst (Maternity Cover)

at Virbac Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrith, Sydney NSW

$70,000 – $80,000 per year

Help care for the animals that care for our planet. Grow your career at a certified Great Place to Work® with flexibility, heart, and purpose.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Ranger

at Parks Victoria

This is a Contract/Temp job

Abbotsford, Melbourne VIC

$59,511 - $79,626 + super

Supportive team culture with strong collaboration, integrity, and shared purpose
Healthy work-life balance with varied outdoor work in a stunning park setting
Make a real impact managing conservation, visitors, and assets in an iconic park

Supportive team culture with strong collaboration, integrity, and shared purpose
Healthy work-life balance with varied outdoor work in a stunning park setting
Make a real impact managing conservation, visitors, and assets in an iconic park

Hands-on Ranger role managing iconic parks, protecting nature, engaging visitors, and working with partners to deliver memorable outdoor experiences.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

12d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Research Officer - Offshore Fieldwork Specialist

at Curtin University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$106,094 - $113,913 (G07) + 17% superannuation

Three-year fixed term, full-time contract
Generous leave entitlements
Based at the Bentley Campus, Perth; regular offshore fieldwork requirement

Three-year fixed term, full-time contract
Generous leave entitlements
Based at the Bentley Campus, Perth; regular offshore fieldwork requirement

Ready for adventure? Join CMST's offshore team and lead fieldwork, manage equipment, analyse data, and help protect our oceans for a better tomorrow!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Research Associate or Research Fellow (Quantitative and Spatial Ecologist)

at Murdoch University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murdoch, Perth WA

$79915 - $134148 p.a. + 17% super

Apply advanced spatial and quantitative ecology to real world challenges
Work with industry and regulators on high impact biodiversity outcomes
Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team shaping evidence based decisions

Apply advanced spatial and quantitative ecology to real world challenges
Work with industry and regulators on high impact biodiversity outcomes
Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team shaping evidence based decisions

A dynamic research role delivering applied, industry focused ecology research to inform biodiversity management and environmental decision making.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Scientist (Data Analytics/GIS)

at Department of Primary Industries

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$118,197 - $127,941 per annum

Fixed term temporary until 30 June 2029
$118,967 - $127,941 per annum
Generous Superannuation

Fixed term temporary until 30 June 2029
$118,967 - $127,941 per annum
Generous Superannuation

As a Senior Scientist you will provide data analytics/GIS, deliver strategic scientific advice, NEAEP reporting, and guide stakeholders to manage risk

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed one day ago