Defect Manager Mechanical Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Nov 2026

12 months with 12 months extension likely
Provide technical leadership across the management of critical production assets
Join a supportive team and work with a range of stakeholders

12 month fixed term contract based from Parramatta with hybrid working available – possibility of 12 month term extension.

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Deployment Manager

at Trapeze Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Play a key role in one of NSW's largest public transport technology programs
Lead a complex, state-wide deployment from planning through operational handover
Work with stakeholders across transport, technology and field operations

Help deliver the next chapter of public transport in NSW by leading the deployment of critical onboard technology.

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Service & Warranty Site Manager

at Metricon Homes

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bremer, Brisbane QLD

Career with Australia's Number 1 New Home Builder 11 years in a Row
$$$ + Car + Fuel Card +Ipad + Mobile
Supportive workplace and great culture that you can be yourself!!!

Bring your highly-developed trade knowledge and passion, managing at a senior level all the works required in the warranty period. Come for a Care...

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Facilities Supervisor

at National Workforce Tuggerah

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tuggerah, Gosford & Central Coast NSW

$95k - $110k p.h. + Super + Co Bonus

Reclaim your afternoons within a collaborative, high energy environment
Ideal for trade qualified professionals with vendor management experience
Drive continuous improvement and optimise facility maintenance routines

Lead asset strategy and site safety at a thriving Tuggerah distribution centre. Take true ownership of the facility and ditch the long commute.

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wayville, Adelaide SA

Competitive Contractor Rates

Balanced FIFO 8:6 Roster High-Impact 7.5Mtpa Ramp-Up | 6-month initial contract with strong view to extend Mechanical Focus | 2x Mechanical Specialist

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

Electrical Technician

at Hyundai Rotem Company

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kangy Angy, Gosford & Central Coast NSW

Tackle Complex Technical Challenges
Make a Real Impact on Fleet Reliability
Work on Advanced Rail Technology

Play a key role in keeping trains safe, compliant and operational through fleet inspections, engineering modifications and high-quality repairs.

7d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Operations Admin Support & QA Manager

at Freedom Tyres Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carole Park, Brisbane QLD

High variety of administration, customer service, operations and QA tasks
Potential to be considered for other open roles locally or in other states
Dynamic and growing industry

Operations Support & QA Manager providing parental leave coverage in a manufacturing environment.

22d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Project Manager

at Duratec Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

2 year contract + local Canning Vale role

Major Fuel Facilities Defence project in northern WA
Australian Citizenship (requirement for Defence project)
Demonstrated experience delivering structural, mechanical, & piping construction

Deliver a major Defence and resources fuel infrastructure project near Exmouth, leading SMP works from Canning Vale on a 2-year contract.

23d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Mechanical Reliability Engineer

at Maintenance Systems Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Muswellbrook, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Hourly rate + super paid weekly (See advert)

Long-term assignment with the potential to continue for up to two years
Monday to Friday day shift
Onsite in the Muswellbrook area - Local or DIDO only

Mechanical Reliability Engineer role supporting CHPP operations

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Maintenance Planner - Fixed Term role

at Fire Rescue Victoria

This is a Contract/Temp job

Thornbury, Melbourne VIC

$99,163.46 – $111,492.73 per year

Career role
Excellent experience opportunity
Busy workshop environment

Get off the tools and into leadership

8d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Lead Mechanical Engineer

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Lead the mechanical discipline across major mining and brownfield projects
Strong focus on materials handling and sustaining capital delivery
Senior Perth-based role across a strong portfolio of mining projects

Lead Mechanical Engineer role delivering major mining and brownfield projects, with strong materials handling and team leadership focus

16d ago

Listed four days ago

Senior/ Lead Mechanical Engineer

at NES Fircroft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Highly comptetivie daily rates

Senior/Lead Mechanical Engineer roles in Brisbane, delivering mechanical design across mining and mineral processing projects.

4d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Lead Mechanical Engineer

at Titan Recruitment Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive

Lead a high-performing mechanical engineering team
Deliver major projects and brownfield upgrades
Strong pipeline of projects

Step into a key leadership role managing the mechanical team and setting the standard for engineering delivery across major resources projects.

16d ago

Listed two days ago

Continuous Improvement Senior Advisors

at Brunel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

rates inclsuive of super

Global Oil & Gas Business
12 Month Contract | 2:2 FIFO
Darwin Preferred | Perth Candidates Considered

Drive continuous improvement across complex operations, coaching teams, implementing Lean Six Sigma and delivering measurable business improvements.

2d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

8:6 day roster on a major Pilbara operation
Hands-on RCA, defect elimination & reliability improvement
Fixed plant, shutdown & maintenance engineering focus

Fixed plant Mechanical Engineer wanted in the Pilbara. 8:6 days, contract. Fix defects, lift reliability, and shape future expansion projects.

13d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Asset Management Lead

at Xenco Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Competitive

Join Xenco, trusted by mining operations here and overseas
International assignments, with travel and accommodation support
Moving from a permanent role into consulting? Let’s talk

Xenco partners with mining and processing operations in Australia and overseas to lift performance. We’re after strong fixed plant leaders.

23d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty eight days ago

Mechanical Supervisors

at WestLink Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Various Projects
Good rates on offer
Great teams

Seeking experienced mechanical, maintenance and fabrication Leadership for our projects and shutdowns

28d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty one days ago

Services Manager - Data Centre

at Kapitol

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Lead services delivery on a major live Data Centre fitout
12-month contract with immediate start
Complex Electrical, Mechanical, Fire, Controls and critical plant scope

12-month contract leading services delivery on a major live Data Centre fitout across Electrical, Mechanical, Fire and Controls.

21d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Continuous Improvement Advisor x 2

at NES Fircroft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive

2 roles available
2/2 roster out of Perth > Darwin or Offshore
Great opportunity to join a Global Operator

We are currently recruiting 2 x Senior Continuous Improvement Advisors to support a Global Oil & Gas Operator on an initial 12-month contract.

2d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Maintenance Supervisor

at Unite Resourcing

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$160k - $180k

Up to $180k/year
Home every night (Perth Local)
Company vehicle provided

We're looking for the top Maintenance Supervisors in WA

Recruited byDavid Crocker

16d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Asset Management Lead

at Xenco Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive

Join Xenco, trusted by mining operations here and overseas
International assignments, with travel and accommodation support
Moving from a permanent role into consulting? Let’s talk

Xenco partners with mining and processing operations in Australia and overseas to lift performance. We’re after strong fixed plant leaders.

23d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty eight days ago

Maintenance TES Specialist

at NES Fircroft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

$900 - $1000 per day + Super

Serve as an SME for fixed and processing plant workstreams, supporting deployment of optimised maintenance strategies for a major mining operation.

28d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Quality Manager, Veteran Services

at RSL LifeCare

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Sydney, Sydney NSW

12 Month Maternity Leave Contract | 3 - 4 days per Week
Open to location | Head office based in North Sydney
Eligible for NFP Salary Packaging Benefit - $15,900 Tax Free & $2,650 Meal Card

You will be responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining the governance and quality framework that underpins Veteran Services.

10d ago

Listed eight days ago

Technical Officer Mechanical

at Snowy Hydro Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Join a 100% Australian owned and operated renewable energy company
Snowy Hydro is ranked 4th in Time Australia's Best Employers List for 2025
14/7 FIFO Roster, flying from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne!

A great opportunity to work with Snowy 2.0's Owners Team!

8d ago

Listed three days ago

Mechanical Fitter

at Fuse Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pallara, Brisbane QLD

Competitive

Up to $45/hr assembling oil & gas components.
Need 2+ years mfg exp & mechanical qualifications.
High safety standards, hands-on variety & CI projects.

Hiring Mech Fitters in Willawong! Up to $45/hr. 2+ yrs mfg exp, assembly & troubleshooting focus. Contact Mat: mjannenga@fuserecruitment.com

Recruited byRR Maliwat

3d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Commissioning Mechanical Technician (FIFO 14/7)

at AQYR

This is a Contract/Temp job

Karratha, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

Commission and test fixed-plant equipment on a major Karratha infrastructure project, ensuring safe handover in WA's resource sector.

17d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Electrical Project Manager

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

$90 - $110 p.h.

Are you a multi disciplined Project Manager looking to deliver a range of projects? Apply today to find out more.

16d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

National Technical Manager - Workers Compensation

at Zenergy Safety Health and Wellbeing

This is a Contract/Temp job

Norwest, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

National Role - Sydney Based
3/2 Working Format
Credible Principal SME Role

The National Technical Lead, Workers' Compensation Governance serves as the principal subject-matter expert in workers' compensation

29d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Technical Officer Mechanical

at Snowy Hydro Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Join a 100% Australian owned and operated renewable energy company
Snowy Hydro is ranked 4th in Time Australia's Best Employers List for 2025
14/7 FIFO Roster, flying from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne!

A great opportunity to work with Snowy 2.0's Owners Team!

8d ago

43 defect manager mechanical jobs in Australia - Contract Temp

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Reliability Engineer

Reliability Manager

Reliability Engineer

Reliability Engineer

Deployment Manager

Service & Warranty Site Manager

Facilities Supervisor

Mechanical Engineer

Electrical Technician

Operations Admin Support & QA Manager

Project Manager

Mechanical Reliability Engineer

Maintenance Planner - Fixed Term role

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Senior/ Lead Mechanical Engineer

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Continuous Improvement Senior Advisors

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Asset Management Lead

Mechanical Supervisors

Services Manager - Data Centre

Senior Continuous Improvement Advisor x 2

Maintenance Supervisor

Asset Management Lead

Maintenance TES Specialist

Quality Manager, Veteran Services

Technical Officer Mechanical

Mechanical Fitter

Commissioning Mechanical Technician (FIFO 14/7)

Electrical Project Manager

National Technical Manager - Workers Compensation

Technical Officer Mechanical

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