Defect Manager Mechanical Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Supervisor Commissioning Mechanical

at Kinetiq Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Myaree, Perth WA

$120 per hour

A roster to suit you!
Casual and full time positions
Training and upskilling opportunities

A roster to suit you!
Casual and full time positions
Training and upskilling opportunities

We are looking for Mechanical Supervisors!

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

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This is a featured job

Senior Project Manager

at Drac Mechanical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

$200,000 – $220,000 per year

Own delivery of a complex, high-risk project
$200–220K + super + potential performance bonus
High autonomy, high accountability, real impact

Own delivery of a complex, high-risk project
$200–220K + super + potential performance bonus
High autonomy, high accountability, real impact

Take full control of a high-stakes project. Built for SPMs who deliver, not delegate.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed twenty one hours ago

Reliability Engineer - HME

at AAMG

This is a Contract/Temp job

Moranbah, Mackay & Coalfields QLD

FIFO Brisbane | 4/3 Roster
Collaborative Team Culture
Opportunity to make a real impact on site performance

FIFO Brisbane | 4/3 Roster
Collaborative Team Culture
Opportunity to make a real impact on site performance

Reliability Engineer to support the equipment reliability and performance across the Moranbah region. FIFO Brisbane 4/3 roster available.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21h ago

Listed four days ago

Operations Manager

at Maintenance Systems Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carlisle, Perth WA

Hourly rate + Super Paid Weekly (See advert)

Initial 6 month Contract - Possible FTE
Lead operational delivery across field and workshop teams
Perth based with site travel

Initial 6 month Contract - Possible FTE
Lead operational delivery across field and workshop teams
Perth based with site travel

Operations Manager role leading delivery of mining communications projects | Perth based.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Quality Manager

at Thiess

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Max Term Contract through to October 2027

2:1 FIFO roster or Monday - Friday for local arrangements
Be part of an exciting new Thiess project
Work with an industry leader that supports your growth

2:1 FIFO roster or Monday - Friday for local arrangements
Be part of an exciting new Thiess project
Work with an industry leader that supports your growth

Thiess is seeking a Quality Manager to join our high-performing team at the Eva Copper Mine Project in the Cloncurry region of Queensland, Australia.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Quality Coordinator

at Blakemere Engineering Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kewdale, Perth WA

Hands-on site presence at a major Henderson fabrication yard
Take real ownership of the role, have your contribution be visible and valued
Work on genuinely interesting projects that deliver creative subsea solutions

Hands-on site presence at a major Henderson fabrication yard
Take real ownership of the role, have your contribution be visible and valued
Work on genuinely interesting projects that deliver creative subsea solutions

Own the day-to-day execution of inspection and test plans on a high-profile subsea fabrication project.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Fixed Plant Maintenance Manager

at Xenco Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Competitive

On-site
FIFO or Residential
ABN or PAYG options

On-site
FIFO or Residential
ABN or PAYG options

We are seeking an experienced Fixed Plant Maintenance Manager

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Reliability Engineer

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 250000 per annum

Work with a Tier 1 Iron Ore Miner
5/2 & 4/3 FIFO Perth Roster
Commence in May

Work with a Tier 1 Iron Ore Miner
5/2 & 4/3 FIFO Perth Roster
Commence in May

We are looking for a Reliability Engineer to join our client's MP&E team to enhance asset performance by optimising shutdowns

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

4d ago

Listed six days ago

Manufacturing Inspector

at Alstom

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dandenong, Melbourne VIC

Join a stable, global rail leader with excellent benefits
Benefit from our investment in your development through award winning learning
Contribute to innovative projects shaping the future of mobility

Join a stable, global rail leader with excellent benefits
Benefit from our investment in your development through award winning learning
Contribute to innovative projects shaping the future of mobility

Unique opportunity to join a world leader in the field of transportation.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Fixed Plant Reliability Engineer - CHPP

at COSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Monday to Friday Roster
Long Term Contract
Major Mining Operation

Monday to Friday Roster
Long Term Contract
Major Mining Operation

COSOL is partnering with a leading coal mining operation in the Hunter Valley to recruit an experienced Reliability Engineer.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

16h ago

Listed five days ago

Process Improvement Engineer

at Liebherr Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Top earning capacity
Fast paced challenging environment with a diverse scope of work
Great team environment!

Top earning capacity
Fast paced challenging environment with a diverse scope of work
Great team environment!

Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement across national mining support operations with a global OEM leader.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Process Improvement Engineer

at Liebherr Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Top earning capacity
Fast paced challenging environment with a diverse scope of work
Great team environment!

Top earning capacity
Fast paced challenging environment with a diverse scope of work
Great team environment!

Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement across national mining support operations with a global OEM leader.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

Quality & Compliance Manager

at Downer EDI Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

We currently have an opportunity for a Quality & Compliance Manager.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed five days ago

Process Improvement Engineer

at Liebherr Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Top earning capacity
Fast paced challenging environment with a diverse scope of work
Great team environment!

Top earning capacity
Fast paced challenging environment with a diverse scope of work
Great team environment!

Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement across national mining support operations with a global OEM leader.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Mechanical Shutdown Superintendents and Supervisors

at Warrikal Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Multiple Supervisory and Superintendent roles available
Interstate flight packages available
Deliver diverse shutdown and maintenance projects for tier one clients

Multiple Supervisory and Superintendent roles available
Interstate flight packages available
Deliver diverse shutdown and maintenance projects for tier one clients

Warrikal is seeking experienced Mechanical Supervisors and Superintendents with S26 to join our shutdown and maintenance team

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

27d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Mechanical Shutdown Superintendents and Supervisors

at Warrikal Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Multiple Supervisory and Superintendent roles available
Interstate flight package available
Deliver diverse shutdown and maintenance projects for tier one clients

Multiple Supervisory and Superintendent roles available
Interstate flight package available
Deliver diverse shutdown and maintenance projects for tier one clients

Warrikal is seeking experienced Mechanical Supervisors and Superintendents with S26 to join our shutdown and maintenance team

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

27d ago

Listed eight days ago

Project Manager ( 9 month fixed term contract)

at Trojan Recruitment Group - Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Minto, Sydney NSW

$160,000 per annum prorated

9 month Fixed Term contract - ASAP start
Client side project
$160k plus Super per annum (prorated)

9 month Fixed Term contract - ASAP start
Client side project
$160k plus Super per annum (prorated)

Project Manager ( 9 month fixed term contract) Manufacturing exp. decommissioning of machinery, relocation and reconfiguration. A great opportunity

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Project Manager - Mechanical

at Bayside Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lucas Heights, Sydney NSW

Long Term Contract Role
Government Organisation
Mechanical Upgrades and Design Improvements

Long Term Contract Role
Government Organisation
Mechanical Upgrades and Design Improvements

Long-term contract role within a government research organisation focused on delivering leading-edge research for Australian science.

Recruited byAlen Skaro

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

21d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Field Service Supervisor

at WesTrac Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Great perks and employee rewards

Lead a safe, high‑performing field service team
Manage work orders and deliver strong customer outcomes
Build capability through coaching and clear direction

Lead a safe, high‑performing field service team
Manage work orders and deliver strong customer outcomes
Build capability through coaching and clear direction

Field service leader overseeing safety, team performance, work orders and customer service

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

11d ago

Listed eight days ago

Supervisor Commissioning Mechanical

at Kinetiq Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Myaree, Perth WA

$120 per hour

A roster to suit you!
Casual and full time positions
Training and upskilling opportunities

A roster to suit you!
Casual and full time positions
Training and upskilling opportunities

We are looking for Mechanical Supervisors!

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Mechanical Shutdown Superintendents and Supervisors

at Warrikal Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Multiple Supervisory and Superintendent roles available
Interstate flight package available
Deliver diverse shutdown and maintenance projects for tier one clients

Multiple Supervisory and Superintendent roles available
Interstate flight package available
Deliver diverse shutdown and maintenance projects for tier one clients

Warrikal is seeking experienced Mechanical Supervisors and Superintendents with S26 to join our shutdown and maintenance team

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

27d ago

Listed seven days ago

Project Manager/Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical)

at Blackbook Executive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Frankston, Melbourne VIC

12-month contract opportunity with potential extension based on project pipeline
Hands-on role from design through installation and commissioning.
Deliver mechanical upgrades across major industrial capital projects.

12-month contract opportunity with potential extension based on project pipeline
Hands-on role from design through installation and commissioning.
Deliver mechanical upgrades across major industrial capital projects.

Contract opportunity for a Mechanical Project Engineer delivering equipment upgrades and piping systems across major industrial projects.

Recruited byEimear Hunt

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

148 defect manager mechanical jobs in Australia - Contract Temp

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Supervisor Commissioning Mechanical

Senior Project Manager

Reliability Engineer - HME

Operations Manager

Quality Manager

Project Quality Coordinator

Fixed Plant Maintenance Manager

Reliability Engineer

Manufacturing Inspector

Fixed Plant Reliability Engineer - CHPP

Process Improvement Engineer

Process Improvement Engineer

Quality & Compliance Manager

Process Improvement Engineer

Mechanical Shutdown Superintendents and Supervisors

Mechanical Shutdown Superintendents and Supervisors

Project Manager ( 9 month fixed term contract)

Project Manager - Mechanical

Field Service Supervisor

Supervisor Commissioning Mechanical

Mechanical Shutdown Superintendents and Supervisors

Project Manager/Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical)

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